Mission Statement

Our mission is to deliver superior returns by buying successful, niche-leading companies and taking them to the next level. We will accomplish this by partnering with management teams to improve operations, support organic growth initiatives, and complete add-on acquisitions. We will create value for all stakeholders by building companies that are not just bigger, but are qualitatively better and more well-positioned strategically by the time we realize our investment.

Guiding Principles

1

Work hard, always do the right thing, and consistently follow through by doing what we say we are going to do.

2

Meet challenges head on. Acknowledge problems so that they may be dealt with in a timely manner.

3

Treat our portfolio company management teams as partners in the value creation process.

4

Ensure that our portfolio company employees are treated fairly.

5

Ensure that both we and our companies are fully compliant in legal, tax, regulatory and environmental matters.

6

Treat our own employees with respect and provide them with opportunities for professional development and advancement.

7

Encourage teamwork and the exchange of differing viewpoints while building consensus.

8

Strive for continuous improvement in every aspect of our business and our portfolio companies’ businesses.

9

Take the High Road in everything that we do.

10

Always stay positive and never give up. Ever.