Brentwood Associates

Leonard Green & Partners is a private equity firm with more than $3 billion in equity capital under management. Founded in 1989, the firm has invested in more than 30 companies with aggregate value of more than $18 billion. Located in Los Angeles, LG&P invests in established companies that are leaders in their markets. It works with investment bankers, business brokers and other intermediaries to source investment opportunities. It also partners with management through operational improvements, acquisitions, financial engineering and other strategic initiatives. The company structures transactions to meet the needs of all parties involved. Types of investments that it has completed in the past include public-to-private transactions, recapitalizations of privately held businesses, growth capital, equity capital to facilitate acquisitions, turnarounds and restructuring investments and acquisitions of divisions and assets from large corporations.

Kayne Anderson Investment Management, founded in 1984, is a prominent investment firm based in Los Angeles, managing approximately $37 billion in assets across the US and Europe. The firm employs a vertically integrated team of around 350 professionals, including 150 investment experts, focusing on a range of strategies in real estate, credit, energy, and private equity. With a disciplined yet opportunistic approach to investing, Kayne Anderson aims to deliver strong risk-adjusted returns while actively managing risk. The company is recognized as one of the largest and most respected investors in the energy infrastructure sector and has a commitment to empowering the communities in which it operates through the Kayne Anderson Foundation. Generated from the website

Meruelo Enterprises Inc. (MEI) is a prominent leader in the utility construction industry, offering integrated construction planning, engineering design, and management solutions. Operating through a portfolio of six independent companies, MEI delivers high-quality infrastructure projects across various sectors, including gas, electric, and water utilities, as well as transportation and telecommunications. With a strong commitment to safety, integrity, and quality, MEI values a diverse workforce and adherence to best practices in project execution. Recognized as a certified Latino-Owned Minority Business Enterprise, MEI actively participates in community outreach initiatives, emphasizing corporate social responsibility and dedication to improving the communities it serves. Generated from the website