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The NVPE Private Equity Dinners

Lee McCabe

03 Nov 2025 — 1 min read

The Not Very Private Equity Dinner Series brings together a curated mix of private equity investors, operating partners, and founders for candid, off-the-record conversations.

Hosted monthly in New York and Los Angeles, these dinners take place in some of the cities’ most exclusive private dining rooms and members clubs. Each evening is designed to move beyond surface networking. Small groups, no agenda, and honest discussion about what’s really happening behind the IRRs.

What to Expect

An intimate setting. Each dinner is limited to a small group of senior leaders to ensure meaningful dialogue and genuine connection.

Real conversation. No panels, presentations, or press. Just private, unfiltered discussion about the state of the market, portfolio operations, and the realities of value creation today.

A curated table. Attendees are selectively invited to maintain diversity of perspective, across fund size, strategy, and experience.

Exceptional hospitality. Each evening features a multi-course dinner and wine pairing, hosted at one of New York or Los Angeles’ top venues.

A growing community. Over time, the dinners have evolved into a trusted circle of investors and operators who share ideas, opportunities, and perspective, without the posturing.

Participation is by invitation only. To express interest in attending a future dinner, please sign up for the NVPE newsletter and [request an invitation →]

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