The IVCA Foundation presents
IVCA Invitational 2027
June 14, 2027 | Rich Harvest Farms
Supporting the next generation of private capital leaders through the IVCA Foundation.
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The Foundation's premier fundraising event
The Invitational brings together investors, limited partners, lenders, advisors, and industry partners committed to strengthening Illinois's investment ecosystem and supporting the next generation of industry leaders.
Rich Harvest Farms, host of the 2009 Solheim Cup.
Firms across private equity, venture capital, private credit and advisory sponsored in 2026.
Investment firms fielded their own foursomes at the 2026 Invitational.
The Foundation's premier fundraising event. Proceeds support the IVCA Scholars Program.
Why it matters
Every foursome opens a door for a student
Invitational proceeds fund the IVCA Foundation's work to increase access to careers in private equity and venture capital, particularly for talented students with limited exposure to the industry.
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IVCA Scholars Program
Industry education for students entering private markets.
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Mentorship
Guidance from Illinois investors and advisors.
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Internships
Hands-on exposure inside private capital firms.
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Networking
Professional connections across the community.
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Career access
A stronger, more inclusive talent pipeline for Illinois's investment community.
Looking back on 2026
A memorable day at historic Olympia Fields
Leaders from Illinois's private equity, venture capital, private credit, and advisory communities came together for a day of networking, competition, and philanthropy.
We extend our sincere appreciation to our sponsors, golfer participants, volunteers, and Golf Committee members whose dedication and support made the event a tremendous success.
Thank you to our 2026 Invitational sponsors
The firms that made 2026 possible
Sponsorship opportunities for 2027 will be shared soon. Join the interest list to hear first.
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SponsorsSupporter
SponsorMentor
24 sponsors- Alvarez & Marsal
- Antares Capital
- Arbor Investments / The Purcell Company
- BakerHostetler
- BCG
- BMO
- Deloitte
- Eaton Partners
- EY
- Goldman Sachs
- Houlihan Lokey
- Katten
- Kayne Anderson
- Kirkland & Ellis
- Lockton
- McDermott Will & Schulte
- Monroe Capital
- OCA Ventures
- OceanM19
- O2 Sponsor Finance
- Plante Moran
- PPC
- Twin Brook Capital Partners
- Vokal
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SponsorThank you to our 2026 investor foursomes
The investment firms on the course
A special thank you to the investment firms that participated in the 2026 Invitational.
- 50 South Capital
- ARCH Venture Partners
- Avathon Capital
- Baird Capital
- CIBC
- Frontenac
- Listen Ventures
- May River Capital
- Mid Oaks Investments
- Prairie Capital
- Sandbox Industries
- Shore Capital Partners
- Thoma Bravo
- The Vistria Group
- Water Street Healthcare Partners
Your participation helped make the Invitational a premier gathering of Illinois's private markets community while supporting the mission of the IVCA Foundation.
Thank you to the 2026 Golf Committee
The leadership behind the day
The success of the 2026 Invitational would not have been possible without the leadership, planning, and enthusiasm of our Golf Committee. We are grateful for their commitment to the Foundation and our mission.
Chair
Kaitlyn Desai
PPC
Walter Florence
Frontenac
Chris Killackey
Prairie Capital
Adam Kleffner
The Vistria Group
Rocco Martino
OceanM19
Jeff Piper
Semper Fi Partners
Christie Pruyn
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Shoshana Vernick
Avathon Capital
Investing in the future
The IVCA Scholars Program
Through the IVCA Scholars Program, the Foundation provides students with industry education, mentorship, professional networking opportunities, and hands-on exposure to careers in private markets, helping build a stronger and more inclusive talent pipeline for Illinois's investment community.
Source: IVCA alumni directory, employment reviewed February 2026.
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Thank you to everyone who helped make the 2026 IVCA Invitational such a success. We are grateful for your support and look forward to seeing you at Rich Harvest Farms on June 14, 2027.