Avenue Capital Group

We are pleased to announce our agreement to sell  the Avenue Golden Continuation Fund assets of energy transition-focused assets to Partners Group in a $2.2 billion transaction. The Avenue Golden Fund portfolio being sold to Partners Group includes 11 critical natural gas-fired power plants, including nine simple-cycle peaking facilities and two combined-cycle gas turbine plants. Middle River Power, who operates and manages the assets, is also part of the transaction.   The realization of our Avenue Golden Fund - Middle River investment represents a landmark transaction for the Avenue Energy team and a strong outcome for our fund investors. We entered California in 2016 with the view that the core natural gas-fired generating fleet was fundamental to achieving the state's ambitious carbon goals. Our thesis then was the same as it is now: namely, that properly positioned, well-maintained natural gas-fired power plants would remain grid-critical throughout the energy transition." – Marc Lasry, Co-Founder and CEO of Avenue Capital Group https://lnkd.in/eqBbmQ7W

I really enjoyed sharing the stage with Eli and David at iConnections Global Alts Miami. We discussed the evolving sports investment landscape and the asset class’ many emerging opportunities. Check it out here:

Our Chairman, CEO and Co-Founder Marc Lasry joined iCapital’s Anastasia Amoroso to discuss the growth and future of sports investments. Tune in to hear his personal stories as well as predictions for opportunities in the space. https://lnkd.in/eDJ_NyvW

We’re proud to announce that Avenue Sports has made a significant investment in Mercury/13, marking a transformative step forward in our mission to build the world’s leading multi-club ownership group in women’s football. This new partnership will empower us to acquire top women’s football franchises in Europe and accelerate their commercial growth. Adding to the excitement: USWNT legend, two-time Olympic gold medalist, and FIFA Women’s World Cup champion Lauren Holiday will join Mercury/13’s Board of Directors. Her unparalleled expertise and leadership will be invaluable as we move into this next phase of growth. We are a small but mighty founding team, and we couldn’t ask for a better partner than Avenue Sports to support us in this ambitious journey. With Avenue’s proven track record in sports and its world-class team, we are confident that we can achieve great things together. A huge thank you to Todd Marcy, Brian Lasky, and Julia Morena for their trust, support, and belief in our vision. Onwards to building a brighter future for women’s football in Europe and beyond! 🌍⚽ https://lnkd.in/dX9V6WQG

Thrilled to announce that Avenue Capital Group has led a significant investment in Mercury/13 as we continue pursuing our mission to build a category-defining multi-club ownership group for women’s football. In connection with the investment, USWNT legend, 2x Olympic gold medalist, and FIFA Women’s WC champion Lauren Holiday will be joining our Board 🔥 Since co-founding Mercury/13, Victoire H. Cogevina Reynal & I have sought partners who share our belief in the growth potential of women’s football and our deep conviction that women’s football teams across Europe are commercial forces in the making. We’re looking forward to working closely with Todd Marcy, Lauren Holiday, Brian Lasky and Julia Morena, and the rest of the Avenue team. Tremendously grateful to our early investors, day one advisors, and above all, to the team that has been working non-stop to make this a reality – Hannah Haynes, Andy Gowland, Alejandra S Depalma, Ebru Koksal, CFA, Luis Vicente, Michael Broughton, Eniola Aluko MBE, Brigit Lee, Nancy Hensley, Arianna Criscione. We’re still at our starting line 🚀 https://lnkd.in/gDMzcZzV

Exciting news in women's sports! We are thrilled to share that we have closed a landmark $28M Series A investment round! Led by the Berman Family, this round brings together an impressive group of investors, including: - Giannis Antetokounmpo and Build Your Legacy Ventures - Linda Henry, Co-Owner/CEO of Boston Globe Media and Partner at Fenway Sports Group - Avenue Sports Fund and Marc Lasry - Michael Phelps and Nicole Phelps - Dawn Staley, 3-time NCAA Champion Head Coach - Warner Bros. Discovery - JuJu Watkins, Sophomore Guard at USC This investment is a game-changer for women's basketball, demonstrating unprecedented support for the league and its mission. With a total capital raise of $35M, Unrivaled is poised to make a lasting impact on the sports landscape. Let's celebrate this milestone and the incredible women who are shaping the future of sports! #LinkedInSports

The Bay Golf Club is redefining what it means to play golf. And are having fun while doing it. As one of the founding teams of TGL, our team partnered with the creative minds at Flower Shop to craft a campaign that communicates the irreverence, wit, and infectious energy of our team’s brand. Showcasing our players - Wyndham Clark, Shane Lowry, Min Woo Lee and Ludvig Aberg - in these spots is key as we are excited for the fun, yet fierce competition that will come from TGL’s team-based format. Catch The Bay Golf Club in action during the first-ever TGL match on January 7th, live on ESPN and ESPN+.

A note from Marc Lasry, Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Avenue Capital Group: I am heartbroken at the passing of my mentor and great friend, David Bonderman. He was a legend whose intellect was obvious the moment you met him. While he always was the smartest person in the room, he was kind and generous with his time and always available to me when I needed help or advice. David had a love for life and a passion for adventure. I first met him when I was 29, and some of my most treasured memories are the times we traveled together. He called me one day asking if I wanted to have dinner with him and he asked me to bring my passport. Little did I know we were going to Marrakech, the city where I was born. He had a meeting and wanted company for the day. After his meeting, we had dinner and were back in New York, all within 24 hours. I was very close to my father, who was the kindest person in the world and my hero. David was almost a second father to me and I will be forever grateful for his friendship and extraordinary support. If it wasn’t for David, I would not be where I am today. I loved him. 𝘈𝘴 𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘬𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥: In 1989, David hired Marc Lasry and Sonia Gardner to manage capital for a partnership affiliated with the Robert M. Bass Group, where David was then chief operating officer. In 1997, David and TPG helped Avenue launch its first locked up institutional Avenue US Fund. David’s extraordinary support has been key to Avenue’s success.

CNBC Financial Advisor Summit | Exploring Every Avenue with Marc Lasry