Elena Park
Managing Partner · CalderwynElena leads the firm’s healthcare and enterprise software investments. Before Calderwyn, she spent a decade building and advising growth-stage operating teams.
A note from the firm
Welcome
We look forward to bringing our partnership together for a candid review of the year behind us and the work ahead. The programme balances portfolio perspective with time for direct conversation among peers. We have kept the gathering deliberately focused, and hope you will leave with a clear view of both our progress and our priorities.
— Elena Park, Managing Partner
Programme
Two considered days
All sessions take place in the Garden Room unless noted. Coffee is available from 8:00 each morning.
Thursday, October 15
State of the partnership
Elena Park and Daniel Cho review Fund II performance and firm priorities.
Operating through uneven demand
Elena Park moderates a portfolio leadership discussion.
Working lunch
Small-table discussions grouped by investment theme.
Portfolio sessions
Three concise company reviews with time for partner questions.
Friday, October 16
Market perspective
Guest economist Priya Menon on capital, labour, and the 2027 outlook.
Breakout conversations
Governance, liquidity planning, and responsible AI adoption.
Closing lunch
Reflections and next steps; programme concludes at 1:30.
Speakers
Perspectives in the room
Firm leadership, portfolio operators, and one outside voice on the year ahead.
Daniel Cho
Partner · CalderwynDaniel oversees portfolio operations and works closely with management teams on commercial strategy, organisational design, and long-range planning.
Priya Menon
Chief Economist · Alderhall InstitutePriya studies how capital markets and demographic change shape private investment. Her work is regularly briefed to boards and policy leaders.
Venue & logistics
The Conservatory
28 East 28th Street, New York, NY 10016. Enter through the garden courtyard on 28th Street.
Arrival
Registration opens at 8:00. Please bring government-issued photo identification. Valet parking begins at 7:45; nearby garages are listed in the guest confirmation.
Dress
Business attire on Thursday. Business casual on Friday.
Travel
Plan your stay
We recommend arriving Wednesday evening. The firm will arrange ground transport for Thursday dinner.
| Hotel | Distance | Booking code |
|---|---|---|
| The NoMad House | 4-minute walk | [MERIDIAN26] |
| Park South Hotel | 7-minute walk | [MRPAGM] |
| The Evelyn | 8-minute walk | [INSERT CODE] |
Airports
LaGuardia is typically 30–50 minutes by car. Newark and JFK are 45–75 minutes depending on traffic.
Ground transport
Car-service reimbursements are available. Penn Station is a 15-minute walk or short taxi ride.
Questions
Before you arrive
May I bring a guest?
Guests are welcome at Thursday dinner only. Please share their name with the events team by September 25.
How are dietary requirements handled?
Reply to your Gatsby confirmation with any allergy or dietary details; the venue will prepare an equivalent menu.
Will materials be distributed in advance?
The annual review and portfolio summaries will be sent securely one week before the meeting.
Will sessions be recorded?
No. Slides approved for circulation will be included in the post-meeting packet.
What should I bring?
A photo ID and a device for the digital materials. Printed packets will be available by request.
Who can help with travel changes?
Contact partners@calderwyn.example for hotel and transport support.