The Chaos Playbook: The Briefing Serious Operators Don’t Skip

The Headlines Say “Crisis.”

We Say: Competitive Advantage.

Tariffs. Layoffs. Budget freezes. Contract cancellations.
If you're building anything right now, it feels like the world is in freefall.

But for serious operators, this chaos is a signal; not just noise.

This isn’t a panel for panels’ sake.
It’s a real-time pulse check — and a strategy sprint for what’s next.

Agenda at a Glance

5:30 PM – Registration, refreshments, networking

6:20 PM – Opening remarks: Ybet Villacorta, Partner, Foley

6:30 PM – Tactical Briefings:

• Contracting Chaos
• VC in a Hype Cycle
• Tariff Whiplash

7:30 PM – Open Q&A

7:50 PM – Rooftop networking and reception

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Our Instant Expert Events deliver high-signal briefings for people building, funding, and shaping what’s next.

At this event, we’ll announce our invite-only membership for active members in our community, offering exclusive access to a network of operators, investors, and insiders at the intersection of innovation, defense, and deep tech.

This event is your first chance to get in.