Studio Building
Click here
Who We Are
9point8 exists to make venture creation a disciplined, repeatable, and globally accessible process.
We envision a world where venture studios are the default way new companies are built — recognized as an investable asset class that powers innovation, prosperity, and resilience.
Our mission is to empower innovators, institutions, and regions to design, launch, and scale world-class studios. We do this through advisory services, managed builds, and software platforms that bring structure, speed, and confidence to venture creation.
Our Culture
Our culture shapes how we work with partners and how we lead in the ecosystem
Your Mission First
Your mission and outcomes define success.
Rigor & Discipline
We bring clarity, precision, and follow-through to every engagement.
Bold & Pioneering
We think big and set the standard for what studios can achieve.
Collaborative by Design
We work side-by-side with your team and empower them to succeed long after we step back.
Transparent & Principled
We operate with integrity, always.
Our Team
We're a team of builders, economists, and operators who have led venture studios inside global corporations, advised top innovation ecosystems, and advanced standards for the entire category.
Evan Allen
General Partner & Co-Founder
Venture builder and AI workflow innovator, creating and scaling high-impact venture studios through data and technology.
JT Benton
General Partner & Co-Founder
Partnerships expert and venture builder with a track record in revenue growth, fundraising, and scaling businesses.
Matt Burris
Partner
Recognized expert on venture studio frameworks, with global experience advising builds and publishing findings.
Neal Ghosh
General Partner & Co-Founder
Venture studio strategy expert, PhD economist, and machine learning leader, advancing studios through AI and data.
Blair Merlino
General Partner & Co-Founder
Venture studio leader and AI workflow innovator, bringing military precision and operational expertise to studio design.
Join Us in Shaping the Future of Venture Creation.
© 2025 9point8 Collective. All rights reserved.