Toronto, ON | February 10, 2026 | 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

toronto private CAPITAL pop-up

Part of the Kayo Pop-Up Series

*This event is closed to Canadian law firms

50+ INFLUENTIAL WOMEN

Feel comfortable within the small scale, focused environment - a Kayo signature benefit.

LOCAL CONNECTIONS

Build meaningful relationships with professionals right in your own city and community of Toronto.

2+ HOURS OF NETWORKING

Be introduced to the people
you want to connect with most - uniquely.

MARKET INTEL,
LOCAL CONNECTIONS

Today’s private equity market calls for sharp strategic insight and flawless execution, but achieving both in a capital-limited, highly competitive environment is no small task.

The Kayo Toronto Private Capital Pop-Up will bring together women investors, dealmakers, and advisors for smart capital introductionsstrategic networking, and content that bridges investment and transactional perspectives. Over the afternoon, you’ll engage in candid conversations on deal flow, market dynamics, and capital raising — all with leading women in private capital who understand the challenges you face. 

agenda

Hear from leaders and connect with peers.

Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Registration & Connection Café3:00 PM
Welcome Remarks3:15 PM
Private Markets Outlook: What’s Ahead for 20263:30 PM
Fireside Chat: Fundraising Trends4:30 PM
Networking Reception5:00 PM

Confirmed speakers

2026 Speaker Line Up

SUGANYA THARMALINGAM
Vice President,
Kilmer Group

LISA SARTOR
Director,
Kensington Capital Partners

CHARISSA LAI
Director,
Fidelity

MEGAN LINDHE
Managing Director,
CPP Investments

PROUDLY SPONSORED BY

VENUE

bLAKE, cASSELS & gRAYDON llp

Located in the heart of the financial district, our Toronto office provides full-service legal advice and business solutions to clients in Canada and around the world. With leading and internationally recognized practices in every area of business law, we customize solutions by coordinating our legal teams and upholding the highest standards of specialized advice. Toronto was the location of the first Blakes office more than 160 years ago, and we are proud of the legacy we continue to build today in commercial centres across Canada and abroad. 

The Blake, Cassels & Graydon office is conveniently located about 10 minutes from Billy Bishop Airport and 30 minues fromToronto Pearson International Airport. Easily accessible by car, taxi, or public transit, the office is just steps from major public transportation and a short ride from any of the city’s major airports.

 

"I returned to the office armed with not only knowledge, but a network of powerful women, a reminder that our voices, or talents, and our ambitions are not just valid but vital in shaping the future of finance."

Tracie Kelly, Director of Marketing, Excellere Partners