American Industrial Partners (“AIP”) is an operationally-oriented middle market private equity firm which makes control investments in North American based industrial businesses that serve domestic and global markets. We invest where we can significantly impact business value through the implementation of an Operating Agenda developed in collaboration with the company’s management team. We are committed to supporting talented management teams in building their businesses. We do not play a role in the daily operations of portfolio companies, but rather form a true partnership with management to drive growth. AIP has deep roots in the industrial economy and has been active in private equity investing since 1989. To date, we have completed over 95 platform and add-on acquisitions and are currently managing $7.0 billion of private equity capital. INVESTMENT CRITERIA -Industrial manufacturing or industrial service businesses with significant operations in the US or Canada -Global revenue opportunities in emerging markets or protected domestic businesses -Opportunity to drive value through operational improvements -Opportunity for control or material governance rights