M&a Science

Viral Patel, CEO of Blackstone Private Equity Strategies Viral Patel unpacks how the firm is reshaping private equity for the next era. From launching new fund structures to leading thematic investments in sectors like electrification and AI infrastructure, Viral shares how Blackstone builds enduring value—and why alignment, data, and management fit are key to every deal. He also breaks down the cultural values that drive Blackstone’s success and why individual investors are the future of private capital. Things you will learn: How Blackstone’s investment philosophy is built on long-term secular trends What makes a management team the right fit—and why talent diligence is critical Why Blackstone created perpetual funds and how they work How data, scale, and operating resources become a strategic advantage post-close       ________________________ Sponsored by DealRoom—where M&A chaos meets its match. Still stuck in spreadsheet hell? DealRoom helps corporate development teams take control—stream