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Richard Parsons

New York Founded 1995
Cheque Size$1M to $50M
Stages10
Industries15
Markets20
Stated Portfolio19
Operating Since1995 (31y)

About Richard Parsons

Richard Parsons was a distinguished American business executive who held prominent leadership positions in major corporations, including serving as Chairman and CEO of Time Warner and Chairman of Citigroup. His career spanned various sectors, reflecting his versatility and strategic acumen. In addition to his corporate roles, Parsons was involved in diverse investment activities, engaging in private equity, venture capital, real estate, infrastructure, hedge funds, commodities, fixed income, distressed and special situations, ESG and impact investing, crypto, and collectibles and art. His investments spanned multiple stages, from seed to distressed situations, and focused on a wide geographical range, including the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France, China, India, Japan, Brazil, Canada, Australia, South Korea, Mexico, Italy, Spain, Russia, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Singapore, and Hong Kong. The industries he invested in were equally diverse, encompassing technology, healthcare, real estate, financial services, media, entertainment, telecommunications, consumer goods, energy, utilities, transportation, education, retail, hospitality, and manufacturing. Parsons' investment approach was characterized by a commitment to strategic growth and value creation across various sectors and stages. His leadership in both corporate and investment domains underscored his ability to navigate complex business landscapes and drive substantial organizational and financial success. Parsons passed away on December 26, 2024, at the age of 76, leaving behind a legacy of significant contributions to the business and investment communities.

Geographical Focus

African markets1

Other stated markets19

United StatesUnited KingdomCanadaGermanyHong KongJapanAustraliaSingaporeChinaIndiaBrazilFranceItalyUnited Arab EmiratesSpainMexicoSouth KoreaSaudi ArabiaRussia

Requirements

Strong management teams, Scalable business models, Clear growth strategies, Competitive market positioning, Potential for significant returns

Stated Portfolio19

Warner Music Group Corp.Investor profile
Citigroup
Los Angeles Clippers
Lazard
AOL
Estée Lauder
Providence Equity Partners
Imagination Capital
Apollo Theater Foundation
Jazz Foundation of America
Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
American Museum of Natural History
Museum of Modern Art
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Union University's Albany Law School
Dime Bancorp
Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler
Nelson Rockefeller
Gerald Ford

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TypeOther
CityNew York
Founded1995
Minimum Cheque$1M
Maximum Cheque$50M