Alpha Summit Americas by Allocator One
Alpha Summit Americas, hosted by Allocator One, will be held on 28 May 2026 in San Francisco. This exclusive, invitation-only gathering brings together leading global investors, ambitious emerging fund managers, and visionary founders from across the Americas.
Designed as a high-impact platform for discovery, strategy, and long-term partnership building, the Summit serves as a gateway into one of the world’s most dynamic investment landscapes. Attendance is limited to 100 guests, including 20 GPs and a select group of LPs, family offices, and founders. Every interaction is engineered for meaningful outcomes within a carefully curated community.
Positioned at the intersection of private equity, venture capital, and emerging asset classes, Alpha Summit U.S. offers forward-looking insights, efficient deal flow exposure, and bespoke connections — all within a premium setting that reflects a true “top 3% approach.”
Interested in partnering with us or getting more involved? Contact Megan at megan@allocator.one for more info!
Allocator One is an asset manager aimed on backing the top 3% of high-performing, first and second-time fund managers globally. We provide an initial anchoring investment, accelerating fund launches with proprietary infrastructure and a robust technology platform. Allocator One has invested in 30 specialized fund managers in the past 2 years.
Our investor base spans 25+ countries and includes family offices, leading corporations, funds of funds, unicorn founders, billion-dollar fund managers, and board members. With the largest deal flow globally, we assess approximately 80% of first and second-time fund managers globally.
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Allocator One backs the top 3% of emerging fund managers globally. Felix has successfully built and exited several companies and is passionate about supporting new fund talent and high-potential ventures. His extensive network and experience in scaling businesses make him a valuable contributor to the investment community.
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Michael Ströck is the co-founder and managing partner of Allocator One, a firm focused on supporting first-time venture capital fund managers globally. With extensive experience in tech and entrepreneurship, Michael has co-founded multiple companies and venture funds, including Candidately (YC S17), First Circle Capital and Calm/Storm Ventures.
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IIliana Oris Valiente is the Managing Director and North America Innovation Hubs Lead at Accenture. A seasoned CPA and strategist, Iliana has built a reputation as a global thought leader in emerging technologies, particularly in AI and Web3. She is an active startup advisor and investor, lending her expertise to support innovative ventures. Iliana is also a frequent speaker and published author, and serves on several boards of directors including at Sunnybrook Hospital. Iliana advocates for the future of work, and for the integration of cutting-edge technologies in business — ensuring companies stay competitive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
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Allocator One backs the top 3% of emerging fund managers globally. Felix has successfully built and exited several companies and is passionate about supporting new fund talent and high-potential ventures. His extensive network and experience in scaling businesses make him a valuable contributor to the investment community.
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Michael Ströck is the co-founder and managing partner of Allocator One, a firm focused on supporting first-time venture capital fund managers globally. With extensive experience in tech and entrepreneurship, Michael has co-founded multiple companies and venture funds, including Candidately (YC S17), First Circle Capital and Calm/Storm Ventures.
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IIliana Oris Valiente is the Managing Director and North America Innovation Hubs Lead at Accenture. A seasoned CPA and strategist, Iliana has built a reputation as a global thought leader in emerging technologies, particularly in AI and Web3. She is an active startup advisor and investor, lending her expertise to support innovative ventures. Iliana is also a frequent speaker and published author, and serves on several boards of directors including at Sunnybrook Hospital. Iliana advocates for the future of work, and for the integration of cutting-edge technologies in business — ensuring companies stay competitive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
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Jens Hilgers is a pioneer in the gaming and esports industry, currently serving as the Founding General Partner at BITKRAFT Ventures, a global investment platform with $830 million in assets under management, focusing on gaming, esports, and Web3 technologies. He co-founded ESL (Electronic Sports League), G2 Esports, and Bayes, and is known for his role in leading the first unicorn exit in Germany’s gaming industry, with ESL’s acquisition by Saudi Arabia’s SAVVY Games Group for $1.05 billion. Through BITKRAFT, Hilgers continues to invest in and shape the future of gaming and interactive entertainment.
