RedBird Capital Partners

RedBird Capital Partners is a private equity firm based in New York, with additional offices in Dallas and other locations. Established in 2013, it focuses on providing flexible, long-term capital to support growth-oriented, entrepreneur-led businesses, particularly those that are family-owned. The firm seeks to invest in a variety of sectors, including media and entertainment, sports, hospitality, industrial services, energy, and consumer goods. RedBird typically invests between $30 million and $80 million in companies with earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) ranging from $25 million to $50 million. With a commitment to shared-control investments, it aims to provide transformational capital to help business founders achieve their strategic objectives. Since its inception, RedBird has invested approximately $2.5 billion in equity to empower its platforms and foster operational and financial growth.

Tyler Alexander

Partner

Alex Balleza

Senior Associate

Alexander Blankfein

Managing Director

Gerry Cardinale

Founder and Managing Partner

Gerald Cardinale

Founder, Chief Investment Officer and Managing Partner

David Castelblanco

Partner

Jake Cohen

Senior Associate

Dana Covo

Vice President

David Dingman

Vice President

Mark Dowley

COO

Beau Duncan

Vice President

Taylor Elliott

Vice President

Eric Greenstein

Associate

Jeff Hirsh

Associate

Stephon Ho

Managing Director, Capital Partnerships

Zlatan Ibrahimović

Operating Partner

Jason Kao

Associate

Irene Keskinen

Principal

Robert Klein

Partner

Kevin Laforce

Managing Director

Andrew Lauck

Partner

Kyle Law

Senior Associate

Toby Lee

Vice President

Oscar Lin

Associate

Pravin Manglani

Partner

Katherine Maxwell

Vice President

Cade McNown

Managing Director, Capital Partnerships

Elizabeth Owen

Associate

Dean Pacinelli

Senior Associate

Michael Procaccino

Associate

Matt Robinson

Vice President

Noah Scholnick

Associate

Chase Shea

Associate

Brandon Snow

Managing Director

Dan Swift

Partner

Nelson Urdaneta

Associate

Dillon West

Vice President

Julia Wittlin

Partner

Marc Younan

Principal, Capital Partnerships

Michael J. Zabik

Partner

Past deals in Sports

Fenway Sports Group

Private Equity Round in 2021
Fenway Sports Group (FSG) is a global platform involved in sports, marketing, media, entertainment, and real estate, primarily recognized for owning the Boston Red Sox and Liverpool Football Club. The company operates as a sports and marketing entity, representing prominent brands and athletes. FSG specializes in various aspects of sports marketing, including partnership sales and consulting, while also focusing on creating memorable events and experiences for fans. Through its diverse portfolio and strategic initiatives, FSG aims to enhance the engagement of visitors and supporters with live sporting events.

Toulouse Football Club

Acquisition in 2020
Toulouse Football Club is a professional football club.

Nifty Games

Series A in 2020
Nifty Games Inc. specializes in designing and developing mobile-based sports games, focusing on delivering head-to-head, free-to-play experiences. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, the company targets the rapidly growing segment of mobile gaming by offering classic sports competitions that can be completed in just a few minutes. Nifty Games aims to provide fun and competitive gaming experiences through quick-session arcade-style gameplay, appealing to a diverse global audience of sports enthusiasts. Its commitment to innovation in mobile sports gaming positions it as a key player in this dynamic industry.

XFL

Venture Round in 2020
XFL Football League offers fast-paced games with fewer play stoppages and simpler rules. The league will launch with eight teams, 40-man active rosters, and a 10-week regular season schedule, with a postseason consisting of two semifinal playoff games and a championship game. Each contest will be a high profile event with tens of thousands of fans, featuring innovative elements that bring them closer to the players and the game they love. The XFL will also establish a health, wellness and safety program that meets the needs of today’s athletes.

One Team Partners

Private Equity Round in 2019
One Team Partners is a company to help athletes maximize the value of their name, image and likeness rights.

YES Network

Private Equity Round in 2019
The YES Network, the most-watched regional sports network in the country the past 10 years, features the 27-time World Champion New York Yankees and the Brooklyn Nets. YES, which has earned 300 Emmy Award nominations and 67 Emmy Awards since launch, also televises original biography, interview and magazine programs, inaddition to college sports. All programming produced by YES is in HD.

On Location Experiences

Venture Round in 2015
On Location Experiences is a prominent player in the premium experiential hospitality sector, specializing in providing tailored experiences for major sporting and entertainment events. The company collaborates with over 150 rightsholders, including the NFL, NCAA, PGA of America, and the United States Tennis Association, to offer official access and curated hospitality services for high-profile events such as the Super Bowl, NFL Draft, and NCAA Final Four. In addition to sports, On Location also partners with various artists and music festivals through its CID Entertainment division, enhancing the live music experience for fans. The company's operations encompass several key entities, including Anthony Travel, which focuses on collegiate sports travel management, and PrimeSport, known for direct access to significant sports and entertainment events. Other divisions like Kreate Inc. and Future Beat contribute to its comprehensive approach to customer experience in live events. Overall, On Location Experiences is dedicated to delivering immersive and memorable experiences across a wide range of entertainment platforms.
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