RSE Ventures

RSE Ventures is a prominent private investment firm co-founded by Stephen Ross, the billionaire real estate developer and owner of the Miami Dolphins, and Matt Higgins, a former executive at the Miami Dolphins and Related Companies. Established in 2012, the firm strategically focuses its investments across four key sectors: sports & entertainment, media & marketing, food & lifestyle, and technology. RSE Ventures distinguishes itself by targeting disruptive businesses with strong brand potential and a clear path to scalability, often leveraging its deep network within the sports, entertainment, and real estate industries.

The firm typically engages with companies that have moved beyond the earliest stages of development, preferring to invest in growth-stage and later-stage ventures. RSE Ventures aims to take significant minority stakes, providing not just capital but also strategic guidance, operational expertise, and access to a vast ecosystem of partners and resources. Their investment philosophy emphasizes long-term value creation, supporting founders in building enduring businesses that can redefine their respective markets.

Among its diverse portfolio, RSE Ventures has made notable investments in high-profile companies. For instance, the firm made a significant $20 million investment in Momofuku, the acclaimed culinary brand, demonstrating its commitment to the food & lifestyle sector. Similarly, RSE Ventures led a $20 million Series B funding round for the Drone Racing League, showcasing its interest in innovative sports and entertainment technologies. Other key investments include stakes in Equinox, VaynerMedia, Resy (acquired by American Express), Milk Bar, Fuku, and an early investment in Fanatics, underscoring their focus on market leaders and innovators across their target verticals.