With more than 30 years of private equity experience, Kirtland Capital Partners maintains one of the most knowledgeable investment teams in the industry. Our team has acquired, managed and sold investments through varying economic conditions, including three recessionary periods. From finance and accounting to operations and consulting, this diverse blend of professionals is well equipped to execute all phases of the investment process.

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JOHN NESTOR SENIOR MANAGING PARTNER	31	1986	Continental Illinois
TOM LITTMAN SENIOR MANAGING PARTNER	22	1995	Jones Day
MIKE DEGRANDIS MANAGING PARTNER & CFO	22	1988	Ernst & Young
BOB FINES MANAGING PARTNER	15	2005	Avery Dennison General Electric
JIM FOLEY PARTNER	13	2000	PriceWaterhouse Coopers Key Bank
DAVID MENNING DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT	16	2006	Globe Metallurgical Key Bank
CORRINE MENARY VICE PRESIDENT	9	2005	National City
JOHN HECKMAN TREASURER	5	2006	KPMG Peat Marwick

JACK TURBEN, the founder of Kirtland Capital Partners, has more than 45 years of investment experience and remains a general partner of the firm.

Kirtland’s internal talent and expertise is further enhanced by its operating professionals– external senior executives and experienced managers who serve on our Operating Resource Team or part of our Operating Council.

With extensive experience in our target areas of manufacturing, distribution and business services, our network of consultants, many of whom are former CEOs, provide valuable expertise in efficient business operations. Additionally, Kirtland’s network of investors and advisory board members also provide valuable insights, contacts and other resources.