April 17-19, 2024 | The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain
Equity Summit is an invitation-only gathering that brings together thought leading LPs and GPs for intimate, off-the-record conversations that drive industry change, resulting in more investments in women and under-represented minority GPs and founders.
Participants in Equity Summit are a diverse set of LPs with perspectives representing endowments, foundations, funds of funds and family offices — and GPs that represent the leading new firms, as well as existing funds.
Equity Summit 2024 will take place April 17-19, 2024 at the Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain.
Organizers
Equity Summit was founded by three accomplished women who have lived and worked in technology for the past decade — as engineers, heads of product, and as founders.
As they began their investment careers, they observed that women and under-represented minority partners have not had the same access to the venture capital ecosystem as men. Collectively, they determined that the best way to change that, was to create a high level forum for discussion, to address these issues, and begin to forge important relationships between GPs and LPs.
Mar Hershenson
Managing Partner
Pear VC
Katie Rae
CEO and Managing Partner
The Engine
Charles Hudson
Managing Partner
Precursor Ventures
Agenda
Wednesday, April 17
2:00 pm Registration & Arrival Reception
6:00 pm Welcome dinner & drinks
Thursday, April 18
7:00 am Rise & Shine Activity
8:00 am Breakfast
9:30 am Team Building Activity
12:00 pm Lunch & Presentation
1:30 pm Unconference Conversations
7:00 pm Dinner & Drinks
Friday, April 19
7:00 am Rise & Shine Activities
8:00 am Breakfast
9:30 am Unconference Conversations
11:30 am Closing Lunch
Hotel Information
The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain
15000 north Secret springs DRIVE, marana, AZ 85658
P: 1.520.572.3000
GUEST ROOM TYPES
Ridge View:
Ridge View
One king bed or two double beds
Luxurious marble bathroom
430 sq. ft. (39 m2)
Resort View King:
Resort View
One king bed
Luxurious marble bathroom
430 sq. ft. (39 m2)
Resort View Queen:
Resort View
One Queen bed
Luxurious marble bathroom
430 sq. ft. (39 m2)
Canyon View King:
Canyon View
One king bed
Luxurious marble bathroom
430 sq. ft. (39 m2)
Fireside Mountain View King:
Canyon View
Furnished patio with fireplace
Luxurious marble bathroom
450 (42 m2)
Rates for guest rooms range from $454-$604 per night.
SUITE TYPES
Executive Suite King:
Panoramas of the Tortolita Mountains
One bedroom suite with a King Bed
Separate living area with room to entertain
917 (86 m2)
Rates for suites are $704 per night.
Invited participants can make hotel reservations through the online registration form.
AMENITIES
All Suites and Casitas feature the following amenities:
Luxurious feather beds with down duvets
100% goose down and non-allergenic foam pillows
Balcony with sunset views
Plush terry robes for your comfort
Exclusive premium bath essentials by Asprey
High-speed wireless Internet access
Twice-daily housekeeping, including evening turndown
Complimentary morning newspaper
A $30 daily resort fee for guest rooms and suites includes:
24-hour use of computer and printing services in our Business Center
24-hour access to Fitness Center and Movement Studio
Daily fitness classes located in Movement Studio (i.e. yoga/pilates)
Recreational Activities: Guided morning walk, desert friends experience, bocce ball, horseshoes, and more
Daily experiential mixology class
Access to The Golf Club driving range and putting green utilizing complimentary Callaway Clubs
Use of tennis courts and balls
Use of road bikes
Use of specialized mountain bikes
RESORT FEE
Travel
AIR TRAVEL
Tucson International Airport
The closest airport to The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain is the Tucson International Airport (TUS), which is located approximately 30 miles and a 40 minute drive to the resort.
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
The Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), is an alternative, offering more direct flights into Arizona. It is located approximately 100 miles and 90 minute drive to the resort.
Car Rentals:
Tucson International Airport
The Tucson International Airport offers all major car rental companies. Please follow the following link for more information: https://www.flytucson.com/transportation/car-rental/
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport offers all major car rental companies. For further information, you may contact the City of Phoenix Rental Car Center Information Desk at 1.602.683.3741, open from 8:30 am - 5:00 pm (MST), Monday - Friday (except holidays).
Taxi Service:
Tucson International Airport
VIP Taxi and Yellow Cab are under contract with the Tucson Airport Authority (TAA) to meet arriving flights. To reach the cab stand, exit Baggage Claim on the lower level and cross the first two roadways. Taxis should be to your left on the second island.
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
VIP Taxi, Yellow Cab, and Mayflower Cab are under contract with the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to meet arriving flights. The cab stand is located on the north curb, outside Terminal 3 and 4.
Ride Share:
Tucson International Airport
Arriving passengers who have requested a ride through either the Lyft or Uber app meet their driver and car in front of the main terminal. Follow the signs for ground transportation or ‘App Rides’. Exit baggage claim toward the main parking lot and cross the first roadway. Your driver will arrive to your left on the first island.
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Terminal pick-up locations for ride share service providers are as follows:
Terminal 3: South outer curb, west end between doors #2 and #4
Terminal 4: Level 1, north outer curb, far west end outside door #1
Terminal 4: Level 1, south outer curb east end outside door #6 or door #8
Due to the remote location of The Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain, we encourage you to plan ahead for your departure by scheduling ride shares ahead of time.
Limousines & Shuttle Services:
The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain concierge (1. 520.572.3000) can arrange car transfers to and from the airport for you. Book a limousine or stretch limousine for your airport transfer.
Driving Directions:
You can find directions to The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain from Tucson International Airport at: https://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/arizona/dove-mountain/hotel-overview/directions.
Resort Parking:
Self-parking at the resort is covered in your $30/day resort fee if staying on property.
GROUND TRANSPORTATION
WEATHER
April is a pleasantly warm month in Arizona, with high temperatures averaging 87°F and low temperatures averaging 58°F.
Dress for Equity Summit is casual. No need for a suit or sports coat, although a light sweater or jacket is recommended for any evening outdoor activities.
Dress Code
2024 sponsors
Platinum Sponsor
Gold Sponsor
Silver Sponsors
Founding Partners
To become a sponsor contact sponsor@equitysummit.co