BAM | VC Comms Con 2027

Event Schedule

Tuesday, Feb. 2

Dinner & Welcome

4:00–6:00 pm: TBD
Per tradition, we’ll savor a yummy meal together and kick things off with our community at our happy hour.

Wednesday, Feb. 3

Museum Of Contemorpary Art La Jolla (MCASD)

Our main day is at the beautiful MCASD (700 Prospect St, La Jolla, CA 92037).

8:00 am: Registration & Breakfast

Come on into our magical space for the day. Grab your breakfast and coffee, pick up your badge, and explore the current installations.

8:45–10 am: Welcome and Power Panel
Overview of the day, introduction of the “pick your own adventure” format, and a candid conversation on how to ace the ever powerful role of comms and marketing in venture funds (see bios of our panelists coming soon).

10:00–10:40 am: Session 1 Breakouts

11:00–11:40 am: Session 2 Breakouts

12:00–1:00 pm: Lunch

Lunch together with fresh California cuisine.

1:15–1:55 pm: Session 3 Breakouts

2:15–2:50 pm: The Art Studio

Join our media panel, sponsorship panel, or do some custom art to take home.

3:10–3:45 pm: Gallery Tour & Smoothie Station

Enjoy a refreshing mid-day smoothie with an ocean view or take a docent-led tour of the current art exhibits at the gallery.

3:45–4:30 pm: Session 4 Breakouts

4:30–6:00 pm: Happy Hour

Grab a drink and toast your new friends and colleagues.

Thursday, Feb. 4

Yoga Deck & Breakfast

9:00–9:50 am: Yoga

Start your morning with some energetic yoga at Yoga Deck, our favorite outdoor yoga space in Bankers Hill.

9:00–11:00 am: Coffee & Breakfast at Beck's
Stop by for breakfast at Beck's, a 5-minute walk from yoga, to close out the week and say goodbye to your new friends.

New to San Diego? You will love it! Here's a quick snapshot:

WHERE TO STAY

This year's VC Comms Con is at the Museum of Contemporary Art in La Jolla, located in the heart of the Village and just steps from the coast.

We recommend staying at the Orli La Jolla if you'd like a boutique, design-forward experience. It's just a short walk to the museum, as well as La Jolla's best restaurants, coffee shops, and galleries. The Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton and The La Jolla Shores Hotel offer a more modern hotel experience with ocean views (and access) and are about a 5-10 minute drive from the museum.

If you prefer city vibes, stay in Downtown San Diego or Bankers Hill, which are each less than 30 minutes away.

Note: We never do hotel blocks for VC Comms Con because stale conference rooms and "same old" isn't our vibe with hotels as venues.

WHAT TO EAT

Everything! Mexican food and craft beer are San Diego staples. We'll also feature local flavors at our event.

For meals outside of VC Comms Con, here’s a great guide on the best bites.

WHAT TO WEAR

San Diego is super casual and consistently sunny, with mild temperatures in February. We encourage "California Casual" at our events, which means dressing in what "sharp, but comfortable" means to you so you can focus on learning and connecting.

FAQs

What should I tell my GPs about this VC Comms Con thing in order for them to give me the budget to attend?

Oh, we love those GPs, too! Here's what we suggest: "Hey GP-I'd like to attend 8th VC Comms Con from Feb 2th-4th, 2027. It's the only gathering of comms and marketing leaders of 120 VC and PE funds and is also sponsored by VC Platform, the global non-profit of thousands of funds. In addition to the tactical playbooks I'll get my hands on, I'll get to meet 10+ media one on one who cover venture funds and port cos. You can check out the speakers thus far announced here."

Will all of the content be recorded or captured in some way?

Per our tradition, we won’t be recording the content nor will it be distributed afterward. We want our speakers to be as frank as possible and enjoy the magic of in-person connection. Come hang out with us in person.

What does my ticket include?

Your ticket includes all the events listed on the schedule above. Your ticket does not include travel and accommodations.

How do I get an invite to VC Comms Con?

We keep our gathering invite-only to ensure that all attendees are full-time comms and marketing professionals at a VC fund. Plus, we know everyone in this community, and it’s important to keep our 'No Assholes' rule in place. If you’re a full-time comms and marketing professional at a VC fund who’d like to attend, drop us a line: vccommscon@bambybig.agency

How will I get in touch with everybody I meet at the event?

We have an Airtable we’ll share a few weeks before the event, so you can see who's coming. Shout out to Bommy Lee from our community who made us Airtable converts!

Which airport should I fly into?

San Diego International Airport (SAN) is your best bet. This airport is about a 20-minute drive to La Jolla (where our Tuesday and Wednesday events will be held) and just 15 minutes or so from Balboa Park (where the yoga and breakfast at Beck’s will be).

Are discounts available for the ticket?

Sadly, no. Our tickets simply cover the cost of this event and are not a revenue stream for BAM. Given the limit of 120 attendees, full ticket prices are what we have to stick with.

I’m really excited! How many people are coming to this event?

We purposefully cap registration at 120 attendees. We find this intimate event allows for the best connection. Plus, VC Comms Con is very much a reunion for many in our community.

One of my colleagues wants to attend. Can I send that person instead of me?

Send us an email (vccommscon@bambybig.agency) so we can determine if your colleague is a good substitute. Keep in mind: this conference is just for full-time people in marketing or comms roles at venture capital firms. Thus, an analyst, fellow, or operations head would probably not get value out of our event.

What should I wear for San Diego?

San Diego is a pretty casual place. See the San Diego tips above.

If I have any logistics questions or other needs during my time in San Diego who should I call?

Drop us an email for now, and we’ll have a number to text during the event as a concierge: vccommscon@bambybig.agency.