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Rizvi Traverse Management
RIZVI TRAVERSE MANAGEMENT, LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser in WEST PALM BEACH, FL, registered since 2012.
Rizvi Traverse Management
RIZVI TRAVERSE MANAGEMENT, LLC is an SEC-registered investment adviser in WEST PALM BEACH, FL, registered since 2012. The firm manages approximately $1.3 billion in assets. It has 9 employees and 6 investment advisers.
General information
Firm type
Asset Manager
Year founded
1995
AUM
$1B - $5B (Altss estimate)
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
West Palm Beach
Corporate office
New York, NY, United States
Principals
Moez Kaba
Co-Founder and Managing Partner
John C. Rizvi
Co-Founder and Managing Partner
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Rizvi Traverse Management?
Moez Kaba and John C. Rizvi co-founded the firm in 1995 and serve as Managing Partners, overseeing all investment decisions. The firm does not publicly list additional investment committee members.
How does Rizvi Traverse Management source proprietary deal flow?
The firm leverages its long-standing relationships in media, technology, and finance to source direct deals, often taking control positions or serving as a lead investor. Its credit arm sources through sponsor relationships and direct outreach to mid-market companies.
Is Rizvi Traverse Management a single family office or an asset manager?
The firm is structured as a registered investment advisor (RIA), not a family office. It manages capital from a limited number of institutional and high-net-worth clients, though the underlying wealth origin is not publicly disclosed.
What investment stages does Rizvi Traverse Management typically target?
The firm invests across stages, from growth equity in venture-backed companies to buyouts and distressed debt. It also provides mezzanine debt and direct lending to middle-market firms.
Does Rizvi Traverse Management invest outside of North America?
Yes, while its primary focus is North America, the firm has made select investments in Europe and Asia, particularly in media and technology sectors.
What sectors does Rizvi Traverse Management explicitly avoid?
The firm does not publicly disclose any sectors it explicitly avoids, but its known portfolio is concentrated in media, technology, and real estate, with no public exposure to energy or healthcare services.
How is Rizvi Traverse Management related to Rizvi family interests?
John C. Rizvi is a member of the Rizvi family, which founded Rizvi Traverse Management. The firm is professionally managed and operates as an independent asset manager, not a single-family office for the Rizvi family.
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