Raising funds in an emerging market comes with a unique set of challenges. While the opportunities are clear, convincing investors to commit capital often requires more than just a strong thesis. This session brings together fund managers and investors with hands-on experience navigating early fundraising hurdles—building credibility, managing expectations, and demonstrating traction in markets where track records may be thin and local capital limited. The discussion will offer candid insights into what it really takes to move from initial interest to actual commitments, and how to build long-term trust with LPs in complex environments.