RedTape Ventures

RedTape Ventures functions as a venture capital firm, making early-stage investments across entertainment, cannabis, and technology sectors. The firm identifies and cultivates synergistic opportunities, offering capital and strategic support to its portfolio companies. Its philosophy focuses on building a connected ecosystem of innovative businesses.

Michael Tanzer co-founded RedTape Ventures in February 1997. His founding insight stemmed from recognizing the nascent, interconnected potential within the cannabis industry, alongside promising ventures in entertainment and technology. This vision established a firm committed to funding and developing companies for growth and impact in these evolving markets.

The firm partners with early-stage businesses in its chosen domains, providing resources and strategic acumen. RedTape Ventures’ long-term vision is to unite talented entrepreneurs with capital and expertise, fostering a collaborative environment where innovative ideas achieve success and create a robust network of complementary ventures.