RedBird Capital Partners

General contacts

Investor type

PE / VC

Founded

2014

AUM

$14 000 M

Location

New York, New York, United States

Investment Ticket

$10-50 m

Investment Stage

Pre-seed Seed Series A Series B Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

Europe North America Asia

Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026

Profile

RedBird Capital Partners is a private equity firm based in New York, founded in 2014 by Gerry Cardinale. The firm manages $14 billion in assets and employs a team of 61 professionals. RedBird is known for its strategic partnerships with leading entrepreneurs and holders of iconic intellectual property, focusing on creating enduring value through a combination of private equity investment and operational expertise.

RedBird invests across all stages of the company lifecycle, with a focus on sectors such as sports, media and entertainment, and financial services. The firm provides flexible capital solutions, including strategic, operational, and financial advisory services. RedBird's portfolio includes notable companies like Dream Sports, SeatGeek, and Paramount, reflecting its diverse investment strategy.

Notable investments by RedBird Capital Partners include Dream Sports - a fantasy sports platform, SeatGeek - a ticketing platform, and Paramount - a major entertainment company. These investments highlight RedBird's commitment to building high-growth companies in its core sectors.

Industry

Technology Consumer Products Energy Sports/SportsTech Software Media and Entertainment Fintech Financial Services

RedBird Capital Partners Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
RedBird Capital Partners Fund IV	Private Equity (PE)	Financial Services Fintech Media and Entertainment Sports/SportsTech	Series B Late Stage (Series C+)	North America	$5-10 m	$1560 M	May 2023

Contacts

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Massimo Calvelli CEO International, RedBird Development Group | Operating Partner

CEO International, RedBird Development Group | Operating Partner

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Gerry Cardinale Founder & Managing Partner

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FAQs about RedBird Capital Partners

Is RedBird Capital Partners a venture capital or private equity firm?

RedBird Capital Partners is a venture capital and private equity firm. It backs companies at Pre-seed, Seed, Series A, Series B and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $10-50 m.

Where is RedBird Capital Partners located?

RedBird Capital Partners is located in New York, New York, United States.

When was RedBird Capital Partners founded?

RedBird Capital Partners was founded in 2014.

What sectors and industries does RedBird Capital Partners invest in?

RedBird Capital Partners invests in companies and startups in Technology, Consumer Products, Energy, Sports/SportsTech, Software, Media and Entertainment, Fintech, Financial Services.

What is RedBird Capital Partners geographical focus of investments?

RedBird Capital Partners invests in companies and startups in Europe, North America, Asia.

At what stages of companies and startups does RedBird Capital Partners typically invest in?

RedBird Capital Partners invests in companies and startups at Pre-seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Late Stage (Series C+).

What is the usual amount of RedBird Capital Partners investment?

RedBird Capital Partners usually invests $10-50 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for RedBird Capital Partners?

RedBird Capital Partners has around $14 000m assets under management.

When was RedBird Capital Partners last fund created?

RedBird Capital Partners last fund was created/launched in 2023-05-05

What are the contacts of RedBird Capital Partners?

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