Kohlberg & Company, L.L.C. is a leading U.S. private equity firm which acquires "middle market" companies (valued from $100 to $150 million). Since its inception in 1987, the firm has organized six private equity funds, through which it has raised $3.7 billion of committed capital. The firm’s objective has been to realize substantial capital gains through control investments in a diversified portfolio of companies. Kohlberg & Company invests in companies where it can work in partnership with senior management to identify growth opportunities and implement fundamental operating and strategic changes, resulting in substantial increases in revenue and cash flow. The firm’s use of moderate amounts of debt financing in acquiring companies affords them the financial flexibility necessary to attain these corporate objectives.

Kohlberg & Company has been highly successful in achieving attractive financial returns by helping managers to build better businesses and create long-term value. The firm has completed approximately 100 platform and add-on acquisitions, with an aggregate value in excess of $6 billion. Kohlberg & Company invests in both stable companies with consistent cash flow, and in underperforming companies with operational deficiencies. While the firm has made a large number of investments in traditional manufacturing businesses, Kohlberg & Company has also focused on food, healthcare, service and other businesses where it perceives substantial opportunities for improved performance.

The core investment team of Kohlberg & Company has worked together at the firm for more than a decade, having successfully invested four private equity funds prior to the current fund under management. This team has invested in a broad range of industries, has confronted many business issues and has experienced complete economic cycles. As a result, the investment team has learned the importance that due diligence, planning and patience play in achieving operating and financial objectives.