Hamilton Lane, a leading global private markets investment management firm, announced the final closing of its Venture Access Fund (VAF), raising $615.3 million, surpassing its $500 million target by 23%. The fund focuses on high-performing venture funds and companies, leveraging Hamilton Lane’s nearly 30 years of investment experience. Its structure of primary and secondary transactions aims to accelerate returns and reduce the J-curve for investors. The successful fundraising attracted diverse investors, highlighting strong demand in the venture capital market. Key executives emphasized the unique opportunities VAF offers, particularly in the evolving VC landscape driven by AI and disruptive technologies.