Ben Hart: How Investors Can Use Value-Add to Win Deals

Join us for an exclusive Family Office List MasterClass hosted by Danielle Patterson, CEO of FamilyOfficeList.org, and featuring special guest Ben Hart, Founder and CEO of Relay. This engaging session will explore how value-add strategies employed by top venture funds drive deal success and portfolio growth. Ben Hart is a seasoned leader in venture secondaries, offering liquidity solutions for VCs, family offices, and founding teams. With experience as a Director at Insight Partners—one of the largest multi-stage investment firms with $80 billion AUM—Ben brings deep expertise to the discussion. He has also worked with early-stage ventures at Plug & Play VC and mentored startups through Endeavor, helping founders refine their growth strategies and connect with investors. What You’ll Learn:

• Effective value-add strategies used by leading venture funds to win deals.
• Insights into growing portfolio companies and scaling ventures.
• Practical tips for family offices to collaborate with VCs and enhance investment outcomes.
• How secondaries can serve as a high-impact strategy for investors.

Who Will Benefit: This session is tailored for family offices, VCs, and investors looking to gain a competitive edge in deal-making and asset growth. Whether you're new to value-add or seeking advanced insights, this MasterClass will deliver actionable takeaways. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry leaders and elevate your investment strategies! This session will include a presentation followed by an interactive Q&A—be sure to bring your questions and join the conversation.