Kinderhook Industries, LLC

Kinderhook Industries, LLC is a private equity firm founded in 2003, focusing on middle-market businesses with defensible niche market positions in healthcare services, environmental services, and automotive/light manufacturing sectors. The firm has raised over $5 billion in committed capital and has made more than 400 investments and follow-on acquisitions since its inception. Its investment philosophy centers on partnering with strong management teams to build market leaders through targeted growth opportunities.

The firm's strategy involves acquiring companies with defensible niche market positions and partnering with management to build market leaders through targeted growth opportunities. Kinderhook Industries has a track record of successfully and consistently building industry leaders in its focus sectors. The firm has been recognized for its commitment to responsible ownership and its portfolio companies' efforts to innovate and create value.

Kinderhook Industries has been recognized for its commitment to responsible ownership and its portfolio companies' efforts to innovate and create value. The firm has been named to Inc. Magazine's annual Founder Friendly Investors list for five consecutive years, highlighting its dedication to supporting founder-led companies. This recognition reflects Kinderhook's unique investment approach, emphasizing a straightforward approach, treating people fairly, and a strong work ethic, which align with the guiding principles of successful entrepreneurs.