Where Builders, Funders & Operators Align
A flagship hybrid summit hosted by Venture Philanthropy Blueprint and N-X Venture Studio, powered by Gropl.io—the event management platform built for ecosystem builders.
About Conference X
Conference X is a live, immersive experience designed to activate capital, capacity, and community. Each summit convenes founders, funders, operators, and ecosystem allies to reimagine how we scale impact. Built on real-time infrastructure, every workflow is powered by Gropl.io, reducing manual effort by 80% and driving 2x higher registration conversions through automated workflows.
March 20-23, 2026 - New York City & Virtual
More than a conference—a movement and a model.
Join a curated community of change agents and decision-makers exploring how capital, culture, and innovation can drive lasting impact.
3 Days | 40+ Speakers | 500+ Attendees
Hybrid Format: NYC + Virtual Access
Sessions, Panels, Founder Showcases, and Masterclasses
What You’ll Experience
Main Stage Conversations — with leaders in venture philanthropy, AI, and ecosystem building
Founder Pitches — real-time funding opportunities and startup showcases
Growth Clinics — interactive workshops led by Gropl.io operators
Connection Lounges — curated networking and peer circles
Who Should Attend
Founders
Get exposure, community, and growth systems.
Funders
Discover pipeline and mission-aligned deal flow.
Ecosystem Leaders
Learn how to scale convenings with tech + purpose.
Registration Tiers
Ticket type
General Admission
VIP Experience
Virtual Pass
Access
In-person & virtual sessions
All-access + speaker dinner
Live stream + replays
Price
$149
$499
$49
Ticket type / Access / Price
General Admission / In-person & virtual sessions / $149
VIP Experience / All-access + speaker dinner / $499
Virtual Pass / Live stream + replays / $49
Spots Are Limited. Join the Movement.
New York City | March 20, 2026
Our Sponsors
Featured Speakers
Amara Kingsley - Founder, Melanin Metrics
A data equity advocate helping health systems and researchers design more inclusive research pipelines for communities of color.
Danielle Moore - Author & Host, “Reclaiming Capital” Podcast
Danielle weaves together storytelling and systems change. Her work amplifies how women of color are rewriting the rules of business.
Dr. Nia Wallace - Founder & CEO, CivicCode Labs
A digital equity strategist working at the intersection of civic tech and community resilience. Nia leads national efforts to bring underrepresented voices into smart city development.
Jack Wilson - Operator-in-Residence, Gropl.io
A former engineer turned growth operator, Wilson specializes in helping SaaS companies build no-fluff, high-velocity revenue engines.
Elijah Monroe - Managing Partner, Fund Forward Ventures
Elijah is a mission-driven investor focused on scaling Black- and Brown-led startups. His work centers on redefining capital allocation to drive generational wealth.
Kwame Mbaye - Director of Innovation, OpenSource Impact Labs
Kwame leads open-source technology pilots across Africa and the Caribbean to democratize access to digital tools and infrastructure.
Richard Hunter - Cybersecurity Lead, BlackSec Global
Richard brings 15+ years of leadership in securing digital identities for underrepresented entrepreneurs and social ventures.
Sasha Li - Program Officer, Equity Capital Initiative at BlueSky Philanthropy
Sasha directs catalytic capital to early-stage founders tackling root causes of poverty, health disparity, and education gaps.
Tanya S. Joseph - Chief Sustainability Officer, ReGen Urban Systems
Tanya bridges environmental science with economic justice, leading urban regeneration projects from Detroit to Nairobi.
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"Conference X was a game-changer. The tools, people, and mindset I gained were worth 10x the ticket." - Past Attendee
POWER BRUNCH
Redefining Venture Philanthropy
New York City | April 17, 2025
Event Title:
VPB Power Brunch: Redefining Venture Philanthropy
Event Description:
Join us for an exclusive Power Brunch hosted by Alain Leroy and co-hosted by visionary leaders Adam de Delva (DTR) and Marie Patterson (InfinityPath Ventures), as we soft-launch the Venture Philanthropy Blueprint (VPB) —a bold new platform designed to fund, build, and scale high-impact ventures at the intersection of capital, innovation, and social change.
This dynamic event brings together a curated group of investors, entrepreneurs, ecosystem builders, and Growth Operators to connect, collaborate, and co-create the future of sustainable impact.
What To Expect:
An insider look at the VPB platform and upcoming digital ecosystem
Candid conversation with movement-builders and tech innovators
Opportunities to partner, sponsor, and shape the VPB Handbook launch
Live networking with 25 in-person guests and virtual participants
Invitation to join the VPB Growth Operator Network directory
Audience:
Impact investors, social entrepreneurs, philanthropy leaders, ecosystem organizations, and execution-focused advisors.
Date & Time:
Thursday, April 17, 2025
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM ET
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET Virtual Program
Location:
In-Person (New York City) & Virtual
REQUEST INVITE for exact location and virtual link.
Reserve your spot now and be part of a new era in venture philanthropy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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