Wesley Edens
Chairman and Founder at Fortress Investment Group
New York City, New York
Wesley Edens, Chairman and Founder at Fortress Investment Group is an active investor based in New York City, New York. This profile covers what Wesley Edens backs, at which stage, and how founders can reach out in 2026.
Mr. Wesley Edens is a Co-Founder and serves as Chairman at Fortress Investment Group. Mr. Edens is the Founder & Co-Owner of Brightline Trains Florida. He served as Chairman at Mapeley. He is a Co-Owner of the Milwaukee Bucks. Mr. Edens is responsible for the Company's private equity and publicly traded alternative investment businesses. He serves as chairman of the board at Drive Shack. Prior to co-founding Fortress in 1998, Mr. Edens was a partner and managing director of BlackRock Financial Management Inc., where he headed BlackRock Asset Investors, a private equity fund. In addition, Mr. Edens was formerly a partner and managing director of Lehman Brothers. Mr. Edens received a B.S. in Finance from Oregon State University. He serves as a Board Member at TouchCare.
- Investor type
- AngelVCPEInvestment PartnerHedge Fund
- Stages
- Pre SeedSeedSeries ASeries BLate Stage Venture
- Invests in
- Manufacturing & IndustrialSports & FitnessPropTech & Real EstateGaming & Entertainment
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Typical check
- $1M
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Wesley Edens invest in?
Wesley Edens invests in Manufacturing & Industrial, Sports & Fitness, PropTech & Real Estate and Gaming & Entertainment, typically at Pre Seed, Seed, Series A and Series B. Match your sector and stage, then reach out with a personalized pitch.
What stage does Wesley Edens invest at?
Wesley Edens typically invests at Pre Seed, Seed, Series A and Series B. Lead with traction that fits the stage when you reach out.
What is Wesley Edens's typical check size?
Wesley Edens typically writes checks around $1M. Use it as a signal for whether your raise fits their stage.
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