J.F. Lehman

110 East 59TH Street
New York, NY 10022

Website: jflpartners.com

Firm Size

  • Assets Under Management (AUM):$6.3 Billion
  • Number of Funds:20
  • Employees:44
  • Firm Type:Private Equity
  • Focus Areas: Software & Technology
    Manufacturing
    Services


Description

J.F. Lehman and Company LLC is a private equity investment firm based in New York, NY. The company specializes in the aerospace, defense, maritime, and industrial sectors. It was founded in 1992 by John F. Lehman, a former U.S. Secretary of the Navy. J.F. Lehman and Company focuses on acquiring middle-market businesses and supporting their growth and development. Their investment strategy typically involves purchasing companies with strong management teams, attractive market positions, and significant growth potential. They aim to enhance the value of their portfolio companies through strategic guidance, operational improvements, and add-on acquisitions. The firm has a long history of successfully investing in the defense and maritime sectors. They have a deep understanding of the industry's unique dynamics, including complex regulatory environments and long product development cycles. This expertise allows them to identify attractive investment opportunities and create value for their investors. J.F. Lehman and Company has a diverse portfolio of companies operating in various sub-sectors, including shipbuilding, defense services, aerospace manufacturing, and industrial technology. They actively work with their portfolio companies to develop long-term growth strategies, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen their market positions. Overall, J.F. Lehman and Company is a well-established private equity firm that focuses on investing in the aerospace, defense, maritime, and industrial sectors. With their industry expertise and hands-on approach, they strive to generate long-term value for their investors and portfolio companies.

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Mar 14, 2024: J.F. Lehman & Company Completes Acquisition of Mission Microwave
J.F. Lehman & Company ("JFLCO"), a leading middle-market private equity firm focused exclusively on the aerospace, defense, maritime, government and environmental sectors, is pleased to announce that an investment affiliate has acquired Mission Microwave Technologies, LLC ("Mission" or the "Company").

Feb 15, 2024: J.F. Lehman & Company Announces Recent Promotions and New Hires
J.F. Lehman & Company ("JFLCO"), a leading middle-market private equity firm focused exclusively on the aerospace, defense, maritime, government and environmental sectors, is pleased to announce several promotions and new hires.

Feb 12, 2024: ZACHARY MATTLER JOINS WHITE MOUNTAINS PARTNERS AS PRINCIPAL
White Mountains Partners announced today that Zachary ("Zack") Mattler has joined its founding team as a Principal.

Oct 17, 2023: J.F. Lehman & Company Completes Acquisition of Crystal Clean
Heritage-Crystal Clean, Inc. ("Crystal Clean" or the "Company"), a leading provider of parts cleaning, hazardous and non-hazardous waste services, used oil re-refining, antifreeze recycling, industrial and field services, and emergency and spill response services, today announced that an investment affiliate of J.F. Lehman & Company ("J.F. Lehman") has completed its previously announced acquisition of the Company.

Sep 18, 2023: ENTACT Enhances Sediment Capabilities, Acquires White Lake Dock & Dredge
ENTACT, LLC ("ENTACT"), a leading provider of environmental remediation and geotechnical services and a portfolio company of investment affiliates of J.F. Lehman & Company ("JFLCO"), announced today that it has completed the acquisition of White Lake Dock & Dredge, Inc. ("White Lake" or the "Company").

Aug 25, 2023: Shareholder Alert: Ademi LLP investigates whether Heritage-Crystal Clean, Inc. has obtained a Fair Price in its transaction with J.F. Lehman & Company after the Expiration of the 35-day "go-shop"
Ademi LLP is investigating Crystal Clean (Nasdaq: HCCI) for possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law in its transaction with J.F. Lehman & Company now that the "go-shop" period has expired.. 

Aug 22, 2023: SHAREHOLDER INVESTIGATION: Halper Sadeh LLC Investigates HCCI, CCF, SCU, NLTX
Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the following companies for potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties to shareholders relating to:

Aug 10, 2023: SHAREHOLDER INVESTIGATION: Halper Sadeh LLC Investigates HCCI, EQRX, CFMS
 Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the following companies for potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties to shareholders relating to:

Aug 09, 2023: HERITAGE-CRYSTAL CLEAN SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Kaskela Law LLC Announces Investigation into Fairness of $45.50 Per Share Buyout Agreement - HCCI
Kaskela Law LLC announces that it is investigating the fairness of the proposed buyout of Heritage-Crystal Clean, Inc. (Nasdaq: HCCI) ("Crystal Clean") shareholders by private equity firm J.F. Lehman & Company (" Lehman ") at $45.50 per share .

Jun 20, 2023: Trident Maritime Systems Acquires Assets of Custom Alloy Corporation
Trident Maritime Systems ("Trident"), a leading maritime systems and solutions provider and portfolio company of investment affiliates of J.F. Lehman & Company ("JFLCO"), announced today that it has acquired the assets of Custom Alloy Corporation ("CAC") through one of its subsidiaries.  CAC is a leading, vertically integrated provider of highly specialized alloyed forgings, fittings, and pipe to defense and industrial end users. With a strong reputation for complexity, quality, and on-time delivery, CAC is a critical supplier to the U.S. Navy on key programs, including nuclear submarines and aircraft carriers. Trident was the prevailing bidder in a Section 363 bankruptcy auction for the assets of CAC.

Apr 24, 2023: J.F. Lehman & Company Announces New Hires
J.F. Lehman & Company ("JFLCO"), a leading middle-market private equity firm focused exclusively on the aerospace, defense, maritime, government and environmental industries, is pleased to announce several new hires.  The firm recently welcomed Evan S. Lederman , Lionel Jolivot , Peter C. Kuper and Winfield S. Browning to the Investment Team and Ravi Patel and Mokhtar Akhtari to the Finance & Administration Team.