Key Topics
- Venture capital opportunities in the current market
- An update on StepStone Secondaries Fund V
The years emerging from the GFC were some of the best vintages in VC history. The current market correction is a healthy recalibration for the current venture ecosystem and one that may present a compelling opportunity set for experienced VCs who can successfully navigate challenging market environments.
Guests speakers

Adair Newhall
Mr. Newhall is a member of the Stepstone Group private equity team, focusing on venture capital and growth equity investments. Prior to StepStone, Mr. Newhall was a partner at Greenspring Associates, a venture capital and growth equity investment firm that merged with StepStone in 2021. Mr. Newhall received his MBA from the Darden Graduate School of Business Administration at the University of Virginia and his undergraduate degree from the University of Pennsylvania.

Brett Depenbrock
Mr. Depenbrock is a member of the private equity team, focusing on venture capital and growth equity investments. Prior to joining StepStone, Mr. Depenbrock was a vice president with Greenspring Associates, a venture capital and growth equity investment firm that merged with StepStone in 2021.

Phil Cummins
Mr. Cummins is a member of the private equity team, focusing on venture capital and growth equity investments. Prior to StepStone, Mr. Cummins was a venture partner with Greenspring Associates, a venture capital and growth equity investment firm that merged with StepStone in 2021. Mr. Cummins holds a Bachelor of Commerce. He is also a Chartered Financial Analyst and a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.