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Key people at TIGER 21.
TIGER 21 operates as an exclusive, global peer advisory network designed for ultra-high-net-worth individuals. The organization facilitates confidential group discussions where members share insights and strategies on complex financial and personal matters, effectively serving as a personal board of directors. This approach helps members navigate wealth preservation, family dynamics, and legacy planning through collective intelligence and shared experiences.
The company was founded in 1999 by Michael W. Sonnenfeldt, a seasoned entrepreneur. His initial insight stemmed from his own experience after a significant liquidity event, when he sought objective advice on managing his new wealth. Sonnenfeldt assembled a small group of peers facing similar challenges, recognizing the profound value in a trusted forum for discussing investment strategies, philanthropy, and personal fulfillment.
TIGER 21’s membership comprises accomplished wealth creators, investors, and executives who join through an invitation and qualification process. The network's core vision is to empower its members to achieve more meaningful, impactful, and enduring success. It aims to equip them with the resources and perspectives needed to steward their wealth across generations with clarity and purpose.
Key people at TIGER 21.
TIGER 21 (The Investment Group for Enhanced Results in the 21st Century) is an exclusive peer membership organization for ultra-high-net-worth individuals, primarily entrepreneurs and investors, focused on wealth preservation, growth, and personal fulfillment. Its mission is to provide a confidential platform where members share investment strategies, personal challenges, and family governance issues to manage and steward wealth effectively across generations. TIGER 21’s investment philosophy emphasizes capital preservation, bold diversification—especially into alternative assets like private equity and real estate—and collaborative peer learning. The network collectively manages over $200 billion in assets and allocates portfolios heavily toward private equity (28%), real estate (28%), and public equities (24%). Beyond investments, TIGER 21 influences the startup ecosystem by fostering direct private equity investments and supporting entrepreneurial wealth creators[1][2][3].
Founded in 1999 by Michael W. Sonnenfeldt, a real estate entrepreneur, TIGER 21 began as a small group of six entrepreneurs in New York City who had recently sold their businesses and sought peer advice on preserving their newfound wealth. Sonnenfeldt recognized a gap: ultra-wealthy individuals lacked a trusted community to discuss the unique challenges of managing large fortunes, including legacy and family issues. Over time, TIGER 21 expanded globally to over 1,700 members in 59 cities, evolving from purely financial discussions to addressing broader personal and philanthropic concerns. Key leaders include CEO Timothy Daniels and CFO Michael Cooke, who help scale the organization’s strategic and operational impact[1][3][4].
TIGER 21 rides the trend of ultra-wealthy investors seeking sophisticated, peer-driven wealth management beyond traditional advisory models. Its timing is critical as wealth creation increasingly involves entrepreneurial exits and complex asset diversification, including private equity stakes in startups and tech ventures. By facilitating direct private investments and sharing best practices, TIGER 21 influences the startup ecosystem by channeling significant capital and strategic insights into emerging companies. The group’s focus on legacy and family governance also shapes how wealth is preserved and deployed in innovation ecosystems, promoting sustainable, long-term impact[1][2][4].
Looking ahead, TIGER 21 is poised to deepen its influence by expanding thematic networks around emerging investment themes like climate tech and digital assets, reflecting evolving member interests. As wealth shifts toward younger generations, the organization’s role in educating and guiding members on family governance and impact investing will grow. The peer-driven model may also inspire similar networks globally, reinforcing the value of collective wisdom in managing complex wealth. TIGER 21’s blend of exclusivity, collaboration, and holistic wealth stewardship positions it to remain a premier forum for ultra-high-net-worth individuals navigating the challenges of the 21st century[3][6].
