Manhattan West
Overview
Manhattan West is a global strategic investment firm headquartered in Los Angeles, providing an integrated platform of investments and services designed to deliver results for clients, partners, and shareholders. The firm offers proprietary alternative investments across multiple asset classes, including private equity, venture capital, real estate, private debt, and traditional equity and fixed income portfolios, as well as financial services such as business management, tax, insurance, and estate planning. As of December 2024, Manhattan West manages assets exceeding $1 billion, serving a diverse clientele that includes high-net-worth individuals, families, endowments, foundations, and institutional investors across 35 U.S. states and 21 countries. The firm's private equity fund focuses on deploying capital in high-growth sectors with large addressable markets, including the experiential economy, global sports marketplace, and evolving media landscape. Notable investments include a majority stake in the first-of-its-kind Formula 1 Exhibition, a management buyout of the premier live entertainment company Round Room Live, and a strategic growth investment in Vino Vault, a leading wine storage and value-added services provider. These investments reflect Manhattan West's commitment to identifying and capitalizing on opportunities in underserved sectors. Manhattan West's approach combines tailored wealth management with exclusive private investments, aiming to amplify financial growth for its clients. The firm's integrated platform leverages its expertise in various asset classes and financial services to provide comprehensive solutions that align with clients' unique financial goals and objectives. This holistic approach underscores Manhattan West's dedication to delivering value and fostering long-term relationships with its clients.
Investment Focus
- High-net-worth individuals
- Families
- Endowments
- Foundations
- Institutional investors
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Manhattan West invest in?
Manhattan West invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods and Real Estate, and is based in Los Angeles, United States. Manhattan West is listed as a private investment firm in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Manhattan West invest at?
Manhattan West backs companies at Growth, Late Stage, Pre-IPO, Buyout, Turnaround and Distressed, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.
Which regions does Manhattan West invest in?
Manhattan West invests across United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, Japan and Australia.
Who are the partners at Manhattan West?
Team members listed for Manhattan West include Lorenzo Esparza (CEO, Founding Principal) and Bill Ryan (Chief Compliance Officer).
What companies has Manhattan West invested in?
Manhattan West's portfolio includes Formula 1 Exhibition, Round Room Live and Vino Vault.
How do I contact Manhattan West?
Manhattan West's contact details — including phone and LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
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