The wrestling world’s most polarizing figure is making moves outside the squared circle. Vince McMahon has officially launched his private investment firm, signaling that the former WWE kingpin isn’t ready to fade into retirement despite his controversial exit from sports entertainment’s biggest stage.
McMahon’s Investment Triple Threat: The 14TH & I Empire
September 20, 2024 marked a significant date in McMahon’s post-WWE journey. Three separate limited liability companies were registered under the 14TH & I banner in Connecticut, according to WrestleNomics reporting. The trio consists of 14TH & I Holdings LLC, 14TH & I Investments LLC, and 14TH & I Management LLC.
All three entities call Stamford, Connecticut home—the same city that housed WWE’s headquarters during McMahon’s decades-long reign. The wrestling mogul serves as managing member for at least two of these companies, maintaining his hands-on approach to business operations.
A Name Steeped in Wrestling History
The “14TH & I” moniker isn’t just corporate branding—it’s a direct homage to wrestling’s golden era. This specific address references the intersection of 14th and I Streets in Washington D.C., where Capitol Wrestling Corporation once operated.
Capitol Wrestling Corporation served as WWE’s predecessor during the 1950s and 1960s under the leadership of Vincent J. McMahon, Vince’s father. By choosing this name, McMahon has created a bridge connecting his family’s wrestling legacy to his future business ambitions.
Brad Blum Takes the Helm as President
Former WWE executive Brad Blum has stepped into the president role at 14TH & I, bringing insider knowledge of McMahon’s business philosophy. Blum outlined the firm’s mission in clear terms, focusing on strategic investments across multiple entertainment sectors.
“14th & I is a private investment firm focused on the sports, media, & entertainment sectors,” Blum explained. “We seek to partner with and empower exceptional management teams, providing deep expertise, capability, and relationships to help drive significant long-term value.”
The investment strategy appears flexible, targeting both majority control opportunities and minority growth investments. Blum specifically mentioned “buyouts/majority deals, as well as selective growth-oriented minority investments” as areas of focus.
Trademark Filings Signal Serious Intent
McMahon’s team has filed trademark applications with the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office for both “14TH&I” and “14TH & I.” These filings cover private equity fund investments and entertainment production, suggesting the firm plans to operate across multiple business verticals.
The trademark strategy mirrors McMahon’s approach during his WWE tenure, where intellectual property protection played a crucial role in building the company’s value. This attention to legal details demonstrates that 14TH & I represents more than just a casual business venture.
Legal Storm Clouds Remain
McMahon’s business expansion occurs against a backdrop of ongoing legal challenges. Multiple lawsuits continue to follow the former WWE chairman, including allegations of sexual misconduct that contributed to his departure from WWE leadership.
A shareholder lawsuit related to WWE’s merger with UFC and the subsequent creation of TKO Group also remains active. Despite maintaining a significant stake in TKO, McMahon’s legal troubles have created uncertainty around his public-facing business activities.
The Next Chapter in McMahon’s Business Evolution
This investment firm launch represents McMahon’s latest attempt to leverage his entertainment industry connections and financial resources. His track record of identifying market opportunities—from wrestling’s national expansion to mainstream entertainment crossovers—suggests 14TH & I could become a significant player in the investment space.
With decades of relationship-building across sports, media, and entertainment, McMahon possesses the network necessary for successful deal-making. Whether he can separate his business acumen from his legal controversies will likely determine 14TH & I’s long-term success.
Will McMahon’s new investment venture prove that his business genius transcends the wrestling industry, or are his legal battles too significant an obstacle to overcome? The sports entertainment world will be watching closely as this next chapter unfolds.
