March 12 - 13, 2026 | MIAMI

Independent Sponsor Summit & Awards

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500 +

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1X1 Networking Meetings

40 +

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More Meetings. More Content. Maximum Impact.

Join us March 12–13 for the Independent Sponsor Summit in Miami, the premier gathering for independent sponsors and capital providers, featuring our most expansive program yet.

This year, we’re focused on delivering more of what matters: 26 one-on-one meetings, curated networking blocks, and enhanced content covering the entire deal life cycle, from sourcing and capital formation to structuring, value creation, and exit.

Participate in confidential peer to peer discussions and interactive roundtables led by industry leaders, and walk away with insights and opportunities you can put into action.

With 500+ attendees and 2,000+ networking meetings, this summit offers unparalleled opportunities to accelerate your deal pipeline and build lasting connections.

NEW for 2026! This year’s event will be co-located with the Value Creation Summit, a two-day forum bringing together leading investors, operators, and dealmakers who are shaping the future of value creation. Gain actionable strategies for driving growth, enhancing portfolio performance, and maximizing post-deal value — insights designed to help you excel long after the deal closes.

What’s New for 2026

Double the Number of 1:1 Meetings

With twice as many 1:1 meetings as last year, you’ll have even more opportunities to connect with the right partners to accelerate your deal pipeline.

Expanded Deal Life Cycle Content

More sessions and more expertise, with full coverage of sourcing, capital, structuring, value creation, and exit strategies.

Level Up as An Emerging Independent Sponsor

A half-day workshop on building credibility, designing an effective sourcing engine, tracking KPIs, and securing capital. Tailored specifically for emerging independent sponsors.

Thematic 1:1 Meeting Blocks

Engage in one-on-one meetings organized around specific themes, ensuring that interactions are intentional and aligned with your interests.

Why Attend?

Meet the Full Deal Ecosystem

Network with everyone who matters from across the entire deal lifecycle, including founders, independent sponsors, investment banks, capital providers, and operating partners.

Achieve Game-Changing Results

These numbers don't lie! 95% of our attendees report meeting new prospects or securing new deals at our events. You'll leave with invaluable new relationships to fuel your pipeline.

Identify the Right Partners

Meet over 500 top Independent Sponsors and Capital Providers, all focused on finding the right partners for their deals. Effectively match opportunities to maximize success.

Independent Sponsor Awards

Celebrate the movers and shakers in the Independent Sponsor space, highlighting the innovative work that brings together some of the most unique middle-market deals in the industry.

Value Creation Summit - Co-Located with the Independent Sponsor Summit

Join us at the co-located Value Creation Summit, bringing together the entire deal ecosystem from private equity and growth investors to operators and advisors driving post-deal success. Dive into strategies that maximize portfolio performance, operational excellence, and sustainable growth.

Key Topics Covered

Deal Sourcing & Origination
Capital Strategies & Structuring
Deal Packaging & Acceleration
Leadership & Firm Management
Post-Close Operations & Value Creation
Exit Planning & Outcomes

Network With Leading

Independent Sponsors
Private Equity Firms
Family Offices
Mezzanine Lenders
Hedge Funds
Institutional Investors
High Net Worth Individuals
MBA Intermediaries/Advisors

What Our Attendees Are Saying

An efficient, affordable way for independent sponsors and capital providers to build meaningful relationships and learn about industry developments

Paul ShufroPrincipal, Greyrock Capital Group

The great turnout always leaves me with new value-add relationships so I can grow my deal flow

Douglas LanceyManaging Director, Tamarix Capital Partners

The well-structured sessions and networking consistently uncover potential partners, making this event a valuable platform for our business development

Paul OrisSenior Associate, Tecum Capital

This is one of the few forums where everyone can come together in one spot

Nick BarkerPartner, Longhouse Partners

This conference has been eye-opening

Tarrus RichardsonCEO, IMB Development Corporation

Is a really good mix of Capital Providers and independent sponsors. Interesting topics but also high-quality attendee base

Nikolas MillerDirector, Prudential Private Capital

We’ve met some interesting people who we hope to transact with, and we’ve also met some potential investors

Ahmed FattouhFounder and CEO, Interprivate

This is a great forum to meet both independent sponsors but also more so capital providers

Lenore KopkoManaging Director, Artemis Capital

It’s a central meeting place where people are coming from a variety of locations

Ahmed FattouhFounder and CEO, Interprivate

There’s a lot of really significant players who are actively doing deals in the industry. Being top of mind and seeing them is really valuable for us as a law firm

Chase StuartPartner, Ice Miller

Everything from accounting firms to the lawyers, to the private equity firms and independent sponsors, it’s a really great place for you to meet some folks who are within your ecosystem. The content here at this conference is really super, I think the presenters are really super

Nanette HeidePartner, Duane Morris

I would absolutely tell people to come particularly folks in my shoes that are trying to develop their network of capital providers and also trying to meet other independent sponsors

Nick Barker Partner, Longhouse Partners

I have been here for all eight years. What I come back for is just the quality of people who I meet

David Acharya

I will continue to be a repeat participant in iglobal but mostly because it’s got the right people

Tarrus RichardsonCEO, IMB Development Corporation

We love this conference, we will be back next year. I tell them that every year, it’s been really phenomenal

Sylvie GadantPartner, Citrin Cooperman

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