Kohlberg

111 Radio Circle
Mount Kisco, NY 10549

Website: kohlberg.com

Firm Size

  • Assets Under Management (AUM):$13.9 Billion
  • Number of Funds:26
  • Employees:85
  • Firm Type:Private Equity
  • Focus Areas: Manufacturing
    Services
    Healthcare
    Consumer


Description

Kohlberg & Company is a private equity firm based in Mount Kisco, New York. Founded in 1987 by Jerome Kohlberg Jr., one of the pioneers of the private equity industry, the firm specializes in middle-market investments and leveraged recapitalizations. Kohlberg & Company seeks to partner with established companies that have strong management teams and growth potential. They aim to provide strategic guidance, operational support, and capital to drive business growth and create value. The firm focuses on a wide range of industries, including industrial manufacturing, consumer products, healthcare, and business services. The investment approach of Kohlberg & Company revolves around building long-term partnerships with their portfolio companies. They typically acquire a majority stake in the companies they invest in and work closely with management to implement strategic initiatives, improve operational performance, and drive profitability. With a team of experienced professionals and a proven track record, Kohlberg & Company has successfully executed numerous investments and value creation strategies. They have a deep understanding of the middle-market landscape and the challenges and opportunities that companies in this segment face. Overall, Kohlberg & Company is a reputable private equity firm that focuses on middle-market investments, partnering with management teams to drive growth and create value in various industries. Their expertise and collaborative approach make them a trusted partner for companies seeking strategic investment and support.

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Oct 13, 2023: Kisco and Balfour Announce a Transaction
Balfour Senior Living, based in Louisville, Colorado and Kisco Senior Living based in Carlsbad, California , announced today their transaction wherein Balfour becomes an affiliate of Kisco. Andy Kohlberg, the CEO and Founder of Kisco and Michael Schonbrun, the CEO and Founder of Balfour along with Co-Founder and General Counsel Susan Juroe, broke the news in a joint statement today.

Oct 06, 2023: Allied Valve Inc., Allied Instrumentation, and Valve Sales Inc. Partner with AUMA Actuators, Inc.


Aug 07, 2023: NEUBERGER BERMAN ALTERNATIVES TO ACQUIRE SIGNIFICANT MINORITY STAKE IN ENTRUST SOLUTIONS GROUP; KOHLBERG & COMPANY RETAINS MAJORITY STAKE
Neuberger Berman, a private, independent, employee-owned investment manager, announced that Neuberger Berman Alternatives has agreed to acquire a significant minority stake in ENTRUST Solutions Group ("ENTRUST" or the "Company"). Neuberger Berman Alternatives will join existing investor Kohlberg & Company, a leading private equity firm based in Mount Kisco, NY , who will retain a majority stake in ENTRUST. 

Aug 02, 2023: AWP SAFETY, BACKED BY KOHLBERG & CO., ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC ACQUISITION OF RHV CAPITAL'S TRAFFIC CONTROL GROUP
AWP Safety, North America's leading provider of safety and traffic control solutions, has announced its strategic acquisition of RHV Capital's Traffic Control Group, which is comprised of three regional entities, and Texas Traffic and Barricade. The acquisition further expands AWP Safety's position as the leading traffic control safety company to the North American utility, broadband and infrastructure end-markets. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. AWP Safety is majority-owned by Kohlberg & Company, a leading private equity firm based in Mount Kisco, NY .

Jun 21, 2023: U.S. Retirement & Benefits Partners Announces Partnership with The Vistria Group, LP
U.S. Retirement & Benefits Partners (USRBP), a leading national provider of employee benefits and retirement planning services, announced today a strategic partnership with The Vistria Group, LP (The Vistria Group) to acquire the company. Kohlberg & Company (Kohlberg), the previous majority investor, will remain as a minority investor and partner with The Vistria Group to further accelerate the growth of USRBP. Megan Schneider will continue to lead USRBP as its Chief Executive Officer.

Jun 21, 2023: The Vistria Group and Kohlberg & Company Announce Strategic Partnership with U.S. Retirement & Benefits Partners
 The Vistria Group, LP ("The Vistria Group") and Kohlberg & Company, LLC ("Kohlberg") today announced a strategic partnership with U.S. Retirement & Benefits Partners ("USRBP" or "the Company"). Under the arrangement, Kohlberg will remain a minority investor and partner with The Vistria Group to further accelerate the growth of USRBP.

May 04, 2023: [solidcore] Receives New Strategic Investment to Fuel Future Growth and Expansion, and Announces Opening of 100th Studio
[solidcore] celebrated a major milestone today -- opening its 100 th studio in Santa Monica, CA -- on the heels of securing new strategic funding from leading private equity firm Kohlberg & Company ("Kohlberg"). This investment, coupled with the continued support of existing investors VMG Partners and Peterson Partners, will catapult [solidcore] across the map to expand in new cities.

Apr 18, 2023: [solidcore] Founder Anne Mahlum Sells her Company, Shares Millions with Employees
 [solidcore] today announced that Anne Mahlum , who founded the company in 2013, is selling all of her shares to Kohlberg & Company for an undisclosed amount.  Over the years, Mahlum has raised substantial capital from private equity firms Peterson Partners, Kohlberg & Company, and VMG Partners, who are now the majority owners in the company.