RedBird Capital Partners

RedBird Capital Partners LLC is a private equity firm based in New York and Dallas, specializing in growth equity and providing flexible, long-term capital to support entrepreneurs and family-owned businesses. Founded by Gerald Cardinale, the firm focuses on carveout, buyouts, growth capital, and structured equity investments, primarily in sectors such as media and entertainment, sports, leisure, hospitality, industrial services, business and financial services, communications infrastructure, energy, consumer goods, and gaming. RedBird typically invests between $30 million and $80 million in companies with EBITDA ranging from $25 million to $50 million, with total investments per platform reaching up to $150 million. The firm aims to make shared-control investments and is committed to connecting patient capital with founder-led businesses to enhance their operational and financial performance. Since its establishment in 2013, RedBird has deployed approximately $2.5 billion in equity, leveraging its extensive investor network and strategic relationships to help business owners achieve their goals.

Tyler Alexander

Vice President

Lyle Ayes

Operating Partner

Alex Balleza

Associate

Alexander Blankfein

Principal

Gerry Cardinale

Founder and Managing Partner

Gerald Cardinale

Founder, Chief Investment Officer & Managing Partner

Hunter Carpenter

Partner

Jake Cohen

Associate

Kyle Coots

Vice President

Dana Covo

Senior Associate

David Dingman

Vice President

Mark Dowley

COO

Madyn Field

Associate

Alex Goheen

Senior Associate

Andy Gordon

Partner

Max Green

Associate

David Grochow

CFO

Isaac Halyard

Senior Associate

Will Heyburn

Senior Associate

Bradley Hicks

Associate

Michael Kaplan

Associate

Katherine Kapnick

Senior Associate

Robert Klein

Partner

Kevin Laforce

Managing Director

Andrew Lauck

Partner

Kyle Law

Associate

Toby Lee

Associate

Steven Loh

VP

Nicole Musicco

Partner

William Norcross

Associate

Mary Nosa

Associate

Dean Pacinelli

Associate

Alec Scheiner

Partner

Niraj Shah

Senior Associate

Gavin Springer

Associate

Brent Stehlik

Operating Partner

Sam Stein

Senior Associate

Dan Swift

Partner

Dillon West

Senior Associate

Michael J. Zabik

Partner

29 past transactions

Air Mail

Series B in 2021
AIr Mail is a digital weekly newspaper.

Mythical Games

Series C in 2021
Mythical Games Inc. is a gaming studio based in Sherman Oaks, California, with an additional office in Seattle, Washington. Founded in 2018, the company develops blockchain-based games for personal computers, mobile devices, and consoles. Its flagship product, Blankos, is a casual multiplayer game that allows players to buy, trade, and sell their custom designs. Mythical Games also provides tools that enable content creators and brands to customize and retain ownership of game assets, fostering a new economy centered on digital ownership and verifiable scarcity. The studio aims to drive consumer adoption of distributed ledger technology through innovative gaming experiences, leveraging a team of experienced game and platform developers.

SpringHill Entertainment

Venture Round in 2021
SpringHill Entertainment creates compelling stories for television, features, and digital. SpringHill pride ourselves on incubating, developing, and producing work that speaks to a cross-cultural audience.

EquipmentShare

Series D in 2021
EquipmentShare provides online construction equipment rental services, catering primarily to contractors. The company offers a wide range of equipment, including aerial work platforms, power tools, vehicles and trailers, and various specialized machinery for agriculture, landscaping, and construction tasks. Founded in 2014 and based in Columbia, Missouri, EquipmentShare has expanded its presence with additional locations in the United States and New Zealand. The company also develops proprietary technology to enhance productivity in the commercial construction sector, providing tools for fleet management that include insurance verification, background checks, and payment processing. This technology enables contractors to make informed decisions about equipment and fleet management, promoting a more connected and efficient job site.

Beta Technologies

Series A in 2021
Beta Technologies specializes in the design and development of electric aircraft including advanced flight control and electric propulsion systems, with a focus on clean aviation technology.

Fenway Sports Group

Private Equity Round in 2021
Fenway Sports Group (FSG) is a global sports, marketing, media, entertainment, and real estate platform anchored by two iconic clubs, the Boston Red Sox and Liverpool Football Club (LFC).

Aquarian Holdings

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Aquarian Holdings Investment Management LLC is a principal investment firm. The firm seeks to invest in high-potential companies across a range of industries, with a focus on insurance and financial services. Aquarian Holdings LLC is based in New York, New York.

Aquarian Holdings

Private Equity Round in 2020
Aquarian Holdings Investment Management LLC is a principal investment firm. The firm seeks to invest in high-potential companies across a range of industries, with a focus on insurance and financial services. Aquarian Holdings LLC is based in New York, New York.

Toulouse Football Club

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

Constellation Affiliated Partners

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Constellation is an insurance distribution platform operating seven managing general agents (MGAs) and program managers.

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 Football League

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.

TierPoint

Private Equity Round in 2020
TierPoint, LLC is a prominent provider of information technology and data center services, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. Established in 2010, the company emerged from the strategic combination of several respected data centers and IT solution providers. TierPoint offers a diverse range of services, including Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) through TierPoint Cloud, which supports public, private, multi-tenant, and hybrid deployments. Additionally, the company provides colocation, managed IT services, disaster recovery, and backup solutions. Its offerings are designed to meet the needs of various industries, including education, healthcare, finance, and technology. TierPoint operates multiple locations across the United States, delivering secure and reliable connectivity options for businesses. The company also features Connect Point, an online platform that enhances accessibility to its services and capabilities.

Skydance

Funding Round in 2020
Skydance Productions, LLC is a diversified media company founded in 2010 by David Ellison and based in Santa Monica, California. The company focuses on producing high-quality, event-level entertainment for global audiences across multiple platforms, including feature films, television, interactive media, and gaming. Skydance has developed a significant presence in the animation sector, having established an animation division in 2017 in collaboration with Spain’s Ilion Animation Studios. Additionally, Skydance Television was launched in 2013, further expanding the company's reach in the television industry. With a commitment to creating immersive stories and original content, Skydance has achieved both commercial and critical success in its various entertainment endeavors.

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.

Vida Capital

Private Equity Round in 2019
Vida Capital ("Vida") is a vertically integrated asset management company providing longevity contingent investment solutions to investors. Vida was formed and funded in 2009 by Jeff Serra and Austin Ventures, a venture capital firm with approximately $4 billion of assets under management. Vida specializes in the structuring, servicing, financing and management of life settlement funds, asset-backed securities, and customized portfolios. Vida's value proposition includes vertical integration, an established institutional banking network, and a management team with over 60 years of capital markets and insurance industry experience. Our structure allows us to align our interests with those of our partners while maintaining transparency, risk management and process control.

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.

Tally Energy

Venture Round in 2017
Tally Energy Services is a de-novo oil field services technology company focused on delivering fit-for-purpose solutions for North America shale producers. The partnership represents a buy-and-build strategy to build an integrated portfolio of technical oilfield products and services with opportunities for growth, consolidation, and differentiation.

Compass Datacenters

Private Equity Round in 2017
Compass Datacenters specializes in the development and operation of modular data centers tailored to meet the specific needs of enterprise clients, cloud computing providers, and software as a service (SaaS) businesses. Their innovative Truly Modular™ solution employs a standardized approach, utilizing four modular designs to create dedicated, hardened, Tier III certified, and LEED Gold facilities. This design allows Compass Datacenters to deliver cost-effective solutions across much of the country that is typically underserved by traditional data center offerings. By streamlining the complexities associated with data center development and operations, the company provides a user-friendly alternative that emphasizes easy planning, implementation, and scalability. This focus on customization and efficiency enables clients to address their unique requirements while benefiting from a low cost of ownership and rapid deployment.

Four Corners Petroleum

Venture Round in 2016
Four Corners Petroleum is an independent oil and gas company based in Colorado, specializing in the acquisition, operation, and development of crude oil and natural gas assets, primarily in the Permian Basin. The company is staffed by a team of experienced industry professionals who are skilled in identifying and efficiently developing high-impact projects. Four Corners Petroleum focuses on creating value through technical excellence, leveraging its expertise in managing a diverse range of assets, including conventional and unconventional resources, as well as enhanced oil recovery. The company aims to optimize production, stabilize declines, and enhance economic efficiencies for its partners.

TierPoint

Private Equity Round in 2016
TierPoint, LLC is a prominent provider of information technology and data center services, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. Established in 2010, the company emerged from the strategic combination of several respected data centers and IT solution providers. TierPoint offers a diverse range of services, including Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) through TierPoint Cloud, which supports public, private, multi-tenant, and hybrid deployments. Additionally, the company provides colocation, managed IT services, disaster recovery, and backup solutions. Its offerings are designed to meet the needs of various industries, including education, healthcare, finance, and technology. TierPoint operates multiple locations across the United States, delivering secure and reliable connectivity options for businesses. The company also features Connect Point, an online platform that enhances accessibility to its services and capabilities.

N3

Venture Round in 2015
N3 is an outsourced, integrated sales, and marketing execution firm. N3 leverages a scalable, technology-enabled sales framework supported by integrating Digital Marketing, Inside Sales, and Custom Analytics. At N3, they accelerate adoption by converting digital interest into long-term consumption through a customer-centric, solution-based selling approach. N3 is headquartered in Atlanta with offices in Bogota; Dublin; Fargo; Fort Lauderdale; London; San Jose, Costa Rica; Sao Paulo; Seattle; and Singapore.

Majority Strategies

Venture Round in 2015
Majority Strategies LLC is a political consulting firm based in Jacksonville, Florida, with over two decades of experience in marketing services. Founded in 1995, the firm specializes in direct mail and mobile advertising, providing comprehensive solutions that include the creation, design, printing, and distribution of mail projects. Majority Strategies serves a diverse clientele, including political candidates, state parties, national committees, trade associations, and corporate brands, focusing on awareness, persuasion, and voter motivation. The firm utilizes advanced data analytics to identify key audiences and craft emotionally impactful advertising across various media platforms, including television, radio, digital, and mobile. By integrating technology into its services, Majority Strategies aims to help clients achieve their desired outcomes in campaigns and advocacy initiatives throughout the United States.

Lifeline Capital Management

Venture Round in 2015
The Lifeline Program® is a life settlement provider in Tucker, Georgia. Founded in 1989, our company assists seniors and their families by purchasing unwanted or underperforming life insurance policies for a cash settlement. The Lifeline Program® actively partners with insurance agencies and broker dealers to establish life settlement business lines.

Zenith Shipping

Venture Round in 2015
Zenith Shipping is a shipping platform investing on a ship-by-ship basis in product tankers and dry bulk vessels in partnership with a shipping industry veteran with whom RedBird has maintained a 30+ year relationship at multiple levels.

Aethon I

Venture Round in 2015
Aethon Energy is a private investment firm with a focus on direct investments in North American onshore oil & gas assets. Since its inception in 1990, Aethon has maintained a focus on acquiring under appreciated assets, where opportunities exist to add value through lower risk development, operational enhancements, and Aethon’s proprietary technical knowledge. Aethon’s 25-year track record spans multiple energy cycles and has consistently provided compelling returns through disciplined buying and value creation. Aethon is one of the four horses of ancient Greek mythology that pulls the chariot of Helios, the Sun, across the sky.

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.

TierPoint

Private Equity Round in 2014
TierPoint, LLC is a prominent provider of information technology and data center services, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. Established in 2010, the company emerged from the strategic combination of several respected data centers and IT solution providers. TierPoint offers a diverse range of services, including Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) through TierPoint Cloud, which supports public, private, multi-tenant, and hybrid deployments. Additionally, the company provides colocation, managed IT services, disaster recovery, and backup solutions. Its offerings are designed to meet the needs of various industries, including education, healthcare, finance, and technology. TierPoint operates multiple locations across the United States, delivering secure and reliable connectivity options for businesses. The company also features Connect Point, an online platform that enhances accessibility to its services and capabilities.
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