Max Pog is leading numerous online conferences in venture capital and private equity, recently sharing compelling fundraising statistics on LinkedIn. His team published a significant 2024 venture studio study analyzing 3,452 deals and 1,107 studios, revealing that closures now outpace new launches, suggesting an industry inflection point. Key insights from Pog’s conference indicate that successful fund managers are adapting to a rapidly changing landscape by focusing on differentiation, strong LP relationships, and co-investment opportunities. The study emphasizes the importance of operational expertise, as newer studios face higher failure rates, while operator-led funds outperform traditional models.