Venture firms are operating in a more demanding environment, where liquidity outcomes take longer to realize, fund structures keep evolving, and stakeholder expectations are higher across the board. In that setting, legal is increasingly central to how firms maintain alignment, move quickly, and protect trust.
The VCGC role has expanded well beyond “legal coverage.” Today’s VCGCs are strategic operators who help partners make disciplined decisions, coordinate across fundraising and firm operations, and navigate the gray areas that come with speed, competition, and scrutiny.
Join us at the 2026 VCGC Conference in Newport Beach for candid, closed-door conversation with peers. The program is built for real discussion, practical takeaways, and the relationships senior legal leaders rely on when the next hard call lands.
The Conference will take place at The Resort at Pelican Hill in Newport, CA.
We have negotiated a discounted nightly rate starting at $550 + taxes and fees. The room block will close on Friday, October 2, 2026, or when sold out, whichever happens first. The booking link will be sent in your confirmation email.
Cancellation Policy
The full cost of the room, including room rate, taxes, and fees, will be charged at the time of booking. Reservations can be canceled or modified until Monday, October 5, 2026. Please note that all payments become non-refundable and non-transferable as of this date. Cancellations made after Monday, October 5, 2026 will not be eligible for a refund.
Getting to and from The Resort at Pelican Hill
John Wayne Airport (SNA) is the closest airport to the venue (approximately 15 minutes away), though Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is also an option for extended flight paths (approximately 45–60 minutes depending on traffic).
We highly recommend booking ground transportation to the hotel:
-Ride share services operate smoothly throughout the Newport Beach and Orange County areas.
-Taxis are readily available in the arrivals and baggage claim levels of the airport terminals.
-To pre-book a private car or shuttle service, please contact the resort concierge directly at +1 949-467-6800.
Can I arrive earlier or stay later at the hotel?
YES! We have secured our heavily discounted rates at The Resort at Pelican Hill for three days pre and post this Conference, and we'd love to see our members take advantage of this discount. See hotel information in your registration confirmation email for how to book extra nights.
How do I get to and from the hotel?
To get to The Resort at Pelican Hill from John Wayne Airport (SNA), which is the closest airport (~15 minutes away), we recommend using a ride-share service like Uber or Lyft, or taking a taxi from the arrivals level. If you are flying into Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), the drive is approximately 45–60 minutes depending on traffic. You can also pre-book a private car or shuttle service by contacting the resort concierge directly at +1 949-467-6800.
TechGC is a private, invitation-only community for General Counsel, Chief Legal Officers, and Heads of Legal at high-growth tech companies—from venture-backed startups to public tech companies and venture capital firms. Founded to solve a simple problem—that no one teaches you how to be a GC at a scaling company—TechGC was built by GCs, for GCs. What started as a small group of startup GCs sharing advice has grown into the leading network for legal leaders in technology.
TechGC is part of The L Suite, a broader community for in-house legal executives across industries. Within The L Suite, there are also dedicated communities for General Counsel of large enterprises (EnterpriseGC), as well as highly curated experiences for DeputyGCs, senior in-house counsel, and legal operations leaders.
As a TechGC member, you get the best of both worlds—a deeply curated, tech-only network of peers facing the same challenges as you, along with access to the broader L Suite community, events, and resources.
