Kohlberg Kravis Roberts is a prominent global investment firm that specializes in managing a diverse range of alternative asset classes, including private equity, energy, infrastructure, real estate, and credit, as well as hedge funds through strategic partnerships. Founded in 1976, the firm focuses on generating attractive investment returns by employing a disciplined and patient investment approach. KKR is committed to driving growth and value creation in its portfolio companies while aligning its interests with those of its investment partners. The firm also provides comprehensive human resources services to enhance operational effectiveness. With a presence in multiple countries, including India and Japan, KKR continues to leverage its extensive expertise and industry knowledge to deliver value across its investment strategies.
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Taski Ahmed
Principal, KKR Prisma
Mustapha Angwa
CEO
Anne Arlinghaus
Managing Director
Joe Bae
Co-President and Co-COO
David Biener
VP Finance
Todd Builione
Member, President of KKR Credit
Jim Burns
Partner
Daniel Celeghin
Managing Director, Client and Partner Group
Spencer Chavez
Principal
Mukul Chawla
Partner, Head of Asia Pacific Growth Equity
Steve Codispoti
Director, Finance
Benjamin Conner
Managing Director
Kendra Decious
Director, Finance
Patrick Devine
Director
Brian Dillard
Partner and Head of Asia Credit
Brandon Donnenfeld
Director
Jamison Ely
Director
Mark Ennis
Director
Len Fliegel
Director
Marco Fontana
Managing Director
Brandon Freiman
Partner, Head of North American Infrastructure
Philipp Freise
Co-Head of European Private Equity
Terence Gallagher
Managing Director
Travers Garvin
Director, Public Affairs
Felix Gernburd
Managing Director
Alan Grant
Principal, KKR Capstone
Elizabeth Hammond
Managing Director
Chris Harrington
Partner
Erich Heintzen
Director
Jill Henn
Managing Director, Human Capital
Sota Horiuchi
Principal, Private Equity
Jeff Van Horn
Managing Director, Credit
Paul Horwood
CFO, European Operations
Mark Hunt
Director, Capital Management Group
Johannes P. Huth
Managing Director and Head of KKR EMEA
Hisao Iijima
Principal, Private Equity
Gary H. Jacobs
Managing Director, Capital Management Group
Zhen Ji
Managing Director, China
Franziska Kayser
Managing Director
Kazuyuki Kido
Managing Director
Philip Kim
Managing Director
Thomas Kim
Managing Director and Global Risk Manager
Daan Knottenbelt
Partner
Rie Koike
Principal, Client and Partner Group
Joan Lacagnina
Managing Director, Finance
Jeremiah Lane
Principal
Dashiell Lane
Director, Energy and Infrastructure
David Lang
Partner
Joshua Lederman
Principal and Associate
Elissa Leechawengwongs
Principal, Private Equity
Vincent Letteri
Managing Director, TMT Growth Equity
Robert Lewin
Partner
Xiang Li
Managing Director, Private Equity
Frances Lim
Managing Director, Global Macro and Asset Allocation and Portfolio Mgt of Strategic Partnerships
Max Lin
Partner and Director, Private Equity
Lucy Liu
Director, Client and Partner Group
Ming Lu
Partner and Co-Head of Asia Private Equity Business
Rony Ma
Director
Blaine MacDougald
Director and Co-head of Credit Research, Credit
Emily Mason
Principal, KKR Prisma
Kyle Matter
Director
Patrick Mattson
Managing Director
Kevin McMahon
Managing Director
Hilary McNamara
Director, Business Operations
David McNellis
Managing Director, Global Macro and Asset Allocation
Henry McVey
Partner and Head of Global Macro and Asset Allocation, CIO of KKR Balance Sheet
Ken Mehlman
Partner and Global Head of Public Affairs; Co-head KKR Global Impact
Jimmy Miele
Principal
George Mueller
Managing Director
Katherine T. B. de Mul
Director, Operations and Client Services
Narender Nanchary
Principal, Hedge Funds
Sanjay Nayar
CEO
William Needham
Managing Director
Sean Nelson
Director
Lesley Nurse
Director, Client and Partner Group
Scott Nuttall
Co-CEO
Ted Oberwager
Principal, Private Equity
Christian Ollig
Director, Private Equity
Timotheus Osnabrug
Director, Private Equity
John Park
Director, Private Equity
Chung Ho Park
Director, Private Equity
Vishal Patel
Managing Director
Clayton Perry
Managing Director, Client and Partner Group
Daniel Pietrzak
Partner
Samuel Plotner
Director
Jaka Prasetya
Partner
Sharath Reddy
Director, Credit
John Reed
Director, Credit
Janice Cook Roberts
Director, Client and Partner Group
Paul Roberts
Managing Director, KKR Prisma
James Rudy
Director, Principal Activities
Jean -Pierre Saad
Director, Private Equity
Matt Salem
Partner and Head of RE Credit
Kaveh Samie
Managing Director, Client and Partner Group
Richard Sarnoff
Managing Director
Kugan Sathiyanandarajah
Managing Director and Head of Healthcare Strategic Growth in Europe
Jeffrey Schachter
Managing Director
Lucian Schönefelder
Partner
Vance Serchuk
Managing Director, Americas Private Equity, Industrials Team
Stephen Shanley
Partner
Peggy Shaughnessy
Managing Director, Business Operations
Blake Shorthouse
Managing Director
Rob Siegel
Director, Information Technology
Tashwinder Singh
Director, Capital Markets
Duncan Smith
Principal, Credit
Pete Stavros
Co-Head of Global Private Equity
Chris Sun
Partner, Private Equity
Karan Swani
Director, Private Equity
Marta Szczerba
Director
Waldemar Szlezak
Managing Director
Weiyu Tan
Managing Director
Nate Taylor
Co-Head of Americas Private Equity
Paige Thacher
Principal
Cade Thompson
Partner, Capital Markets
Gaurav Trehan
Head of Asia Private Equity
Cecilio Velasco
Managing Director
Steven Wang
Principal, Private Equity
Douglas Watt
Managing Director
Joshua T. Weisenbeck
Partner
Dave Welsh
Partner and Head of Technology Growth Equity
Ryan L.G. Wilson
Managing Director
Alisa A. Wood
Partner
Angela Yang
Principal, Credit
Annie Yangeksakul
Principal, Hedge Funds
Eiji Yatagawa
Partner
Past deals in Automotive
Dawsongroup
Acquisition in 2025
Dawsongroup is a truck and trailer rental company.
Trinseo
Post in 2024
Trinseo focuses on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to help our customers create products that are intrinsic to how we live – products that touch lives every day across a wide range of end-markets. Trinseo is a new company built on seven decades of technology leadership. A company positioned to push the envelope for our customers and push great ideas as far as possible.
REVEL
Venture Round in 2024
REVEL is a digital native car leasing company that specializes in flexible car leasing services for individuals.
REVEL
Debt Financing in 2023
REVEL is a digital native car leasing company that specializes in flexible car leasing services for individuals.
Zenobe Energy
Private Equity Round in 2023
Zenobe Energy Limited specializes in the design and manufacture of battery storage assets primarily for electric bus operators, utilities, and industrial and commercial enterprises. Established in 2016 and headquartered in London, the company provides grid-connected energy storage solutions, frequency balancing services, and second-life battery services, which involve repurposing batteries after their initial use. Additionally, Zenobe Energy offers charging services to support its clients in managing their energy needs and reducing their environmental impact. Formerly known as Battery Energy Storage Solutions Limited, the company rebranded in March 2019 to reflect its broader focus on energy storage and sustainability.
Chase
Acquisition in 2023
Chase Corporation is a manufacturer of specialty chemicals that serves various sectors, including automotive, construction, medical, military, and energy. The company operates across four primary segments: adhesives, sealants, and additives; industrial tapes; corrosion protection; and waterproofing. The industrial tapes segment is the largest contributor to the company's sales and includes a range of products such as traditional wire and cable materials, specialty tapes, and laminated and coated goods. By providing a diverse portfolio of chemical solutions, Chase Corporation aims to deliver safe and cost-effective products to its clients.
Hitachi Transport System
Acquisition in 2022
Hitachi Transport System provides logistics and transportation services. Hitachi Transport System was founded in February 1950 and is located in Tokyo, Japan.
Probe CX
Acquisition in 2021
Probe CX is a global provider of business automation consulting and outsourcing services, focusing on enhancing customer experience (CX) across various industries, including automotive, healthcare, retail, banking, and utilities. With a workforce of over 19,000 employees across Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines, the United States, and India, the company combines advanced technology with human expertise to deliver comprehensive end-to-end customer operations solutions. Probe CX specializes in areas such as data analytics, customer journey mapping, workforce optimization, and customer sentiment analysis, enabling clients to improve efficiency and operational performance. By creating innovative and contemporary digital solutions infused with a human touch, Probe CX helps organizations unlock value and build sustainable, service-led strategies in an increasingly competitive landscape.
Ritchies Transport
Acquisition in 2021
Ritchies Transport is a privately owned and family-operated transport company that provides a comprehensive range of bus services across Australia. The company operates a nationwide network of branches, each functioning autonomously. Ritchies offers public transport services alongside school bus services, inter-regional long-haul, charter, and tour bus services. Their fleet is equipped with modern amenities such as USB charging points, air conditioning, bike racks, wheelchair access, and Wi-Fi, catering to the needs of passengers and drivers. By focusing on efficiency and comfort, Ritchies aims to deliver reliable transport solutions to government entities, local councils, and private customers.
Marelli
Private Equity Round in 2021
Marelli is a prominent global independent automotive supplier based in Saitama, Japan, formed from the merger of Calsonic Kansei and Magneti Marelli. The company specializes in manufacturing a diverse range of automotive components, including cockpit systems, climate control systems, exhaust systems, and advanced electronic products. Marelli is committed to developing automotive-grade electronics solutions, offering flexible products for human-machine interfaces, telematics, infotainment, body electronics, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS). The company emphasizes safety and cybersecurity in its offerings, ensuring compliance with industry standards while addressing the evolving needs of the automotive sector.
Ornikar
Series C in 2021
Ornikar SAS is an online driving school based in Paris, France, established in 2014. The company specializes in providing an affordable and streamlined approach to obtaining a driving license, catering to the needs of current and future generations. Ornikar offers a platform where candidates can learn and practice traffic laws, supported by a network of state-qualified instructors who deliver mobile driving lessons at reduced prices. In addition to facilitating access to driving licenses, Ornikar also provides tailored options for first-time car buyers and young driver insurance, enhancing the overall learning experience and promoting automotive mobility.
Sintex-BAPL
Debt Financing in 2018
Sintex-BAPL Limited is a manufacturer and supplier of custom molded plastic products, primarily serving the automotive industry. Based in Pune, India, the company produces a wide range of components, including exterior systems like front and rear bumpers, overhead and side wall systems, and various hood systems such as air dams and radiator fan blades. Additionally, Sintex-BAPL offers pillar trims, radiator grills, precision parts, under-the-hood components, and two-wheeler plastic parts. Its products are designed for use in passenger cars and SUVs, catering to both domestic and international markets, including the United States and Europe. Originally incorporated in 2007 as Bright Auto Plastic Private Limited, Sintex-BAPL is a subsidiary of Sintex Plastics Technology Limited.
LS Automotive
Private Equity Round in 2018
LS Automotive is a manufacturer of automotive parts based in South Korea, with a global presence. The company specializes in producing a wide range of electrical and electronic components for vehicles, including various types of switches such as power window, console, and remocon switches. Additionally, LS Automotive offers relay products, sensors for steering angle and torque, and body control systems that encompass alarm sirens, smart junction boxes, and power seat modules. Their product portfolio also includes converters, HID ballasts, inverters, and specific components like ABS/ESC coil housing products. By focusing on the integration and safety of automotive electrical systems, LS Automotive aims to enhance vehicular functionality and user experience.
CARS24
Series B in 2018
CARS24 Services Pvt. Ltd. is a company based in Gurugram, India, that specializes in buying and selling used cars through a network of channel partners across various cities. Founded in 2015, the company aims to transform the used car market by providing a tech-enabled marketplace that ensures an efficient and reliable selling experience for car owners. CARS24 employs an AI-enabled pricing algorithm to offer accurate market and appraisal prices, enhancing transparency in transactions. Additionally, the company provides car inspection and valuation services, facilitating secure sales for customers. CARS24 also operates a financial services division that offers vehicle lending products to enhance customer financing options.
Broadcom
Post in 2018
Broadcom is a leading designer, developer, and global supplier of a diverse array of analog and digital semiconductor solutions. Headquartered in San Jose, California, the company offers an extensive product portfolio that includes over 6,500 items targeted at various key markets such as wireless communications, wired infrastructure, industrial and automotive electronics, and consumer computing peripherals. Its products are integral to a wide range of applications, including cellular phones, data networking, telecommunications, enterprise storage, renewable energy, and factory automation. Broadcom's offerings range from simple discrete devices to complex subsystems that incorporate multiple device types and firmware, as well as mechanical hardware for optoelectronic and capacitive sensors, contributing to the scalability, agility, and security of business operations.
Hyperion Materials & Technologies
Acquisition in 2017
Hyperion Materials & Technologies is a global provider of advanced materials, specializing in cemented carbide, diamond, and cubic boron nitride solutions. The company manufactures metal cutting and drilling equipment tailored for various industries, including aerospace, automotive, electronics, and medical sectors. By developing innovative tungsten carbide powders and wear-resistant tools, Hyperion enables its customers to enhance their business performance in demanding applications. The focus on hard and super-hard materials positions the company as a key player in the production of effective and durable components and tools.
LS Automotive
Private Equity Round in 2017
LS Automotive is a manufacturer of automotive parts based in South Korea, with a global presence. The company specializes in producing a wide range of electrical and electronic components for vehicles, including various types of switches such as power window, console, and remocon switches. Additionally, LS Automotive offers relay products, sensors for steering angle and torque, and body control systems that encompass alarm sirens, smart junction boxes, and power seat modules. Their product portfolio also includes converters, HID ballasts, inverters, and specific components like ABS/ESC coil housing products. By focusing on the integration and safety of automotive electrical systems, LS Automotive aims to enhance vehicular functionality and user experience.
LS Mtron
Acquisition in 2017
LS Mtron manufactures and sells industrial machinery and high-tech components in South Korea and internationally. It offers tractors, injection molding machines, track shoes, connectors/antennas, copper foils, automotive parts, ultra-capacitors, and FCCL products.
Uxin
Series D in 2017
Uxin operates a used car e-commerce platform in China through its subsidiaries. It operates Uxin Used Car, an application that provides consumers with customized car recommendation, financing, title transfer, delivery, insurance referral, warranty and other related services, and Uxin Auction, an application that helps business buyers to source vehicles through online auctions. Uxin facilitates used car transaction services and financing solutions offered by third-party financing partners to buyers for their used car purchases. Dai Kun founded it in September 2011, with its headquarters in Beijing in China.
Oodle Car Finance
Private Equity Round in 2017
Oodle Car Finance is a car finance company that facilitates the connection between customers and top car dealers in the UK, enhancing the car buying experience. By integrating search and finance into a streamlined digital process, Oodle Car Finance transforms the traditional lending approach in the used-car market. Utilizing advanced algorithms, the company efficiently matches customers with their ideal vehicles and suitable financing options, allowing for quick pre-approval of car finance. This commitment to a seamless and user-friendly experience underscores Oodle Car Finance's mission to provide exceptional service to its clients.
Calsonic Kansei Corporation
Acquisition in 2016
Calsonic Kansei Corporation is a Japan-based manufacturer primarily engaged in the manufacture and sale of automobile components. The Company operates in four geological segments, including Japan, North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is involved in the manufacture and sale of module products, including instrument clusters, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) units, electronic components, instrument panels and others; system products, including compressors, intake blower units, receiver driers and others, as well as other products, including clean filters and others.
Webhelp
Acquisition in 2015
Webhelp is a customer experience provider that specializes in customer relationship management (CRM) outsourcing services across various sectors, including automotive, fashion, healthcare, financial services, and technology. The company focuses on engineering customer experiences for brands and enhancing performance through its outsourcing solutions. By leveraging advanced technology and a skilled workforce, Webhelp aims to deliver high-quality services that lead to significant transformations in operational models and provide clients with sustainable financial advantages. Unlike traditional call centers, Webhelp emphasizes a comprehensive approach to customer interactions, ensuring that businesses can rely on its expertise to improve customer engagement and satisfaction.
OptimalPlus
Series C in 2015
OptimalPlus is the global leader in lifecycle analytics solutions for the automotive, semiconductor, and electronics industries, serving tier-1 suppliers and OEMs. Analyzing data from over 100 billion devices annually, OptimalPlus enables enhancements in key manufacturing metrics such as yield and efficiency, improves product quality and reliability, and provides full supply chain visibility. Seamlessly integrated with other already existing tools, the OptimalPlus Open Platform combines machine-learning with a global data infrastructure to provide real-time product analytics and to extract insights from data across the entire supply chain. OptimalPlus has offices in Asia, Europe, the United States, and Israel. For more information, visit http://www.optimalplus.com/
Uxin
Series C in 2015
Uxin operates a used car e-commerce platform in China through its subsidiaries. It operates Uxin Used Car, an application that provides consumers with customized car recommendation, financing, title transfer, delivery, insurance referral, warranty and other related services, and Uxin Auction, an application that helps business buyers to source vehicles through online auctions. Uxin facilitates used car transaction services and financing solutions offered by third-party financing partners to buyers for their used car purchases. Dai Kun founded it in September 2011, with its headquarters in Beijing in China.
Amtek Global Technologies
Debt Financing in 2014
Amtek Global Technologies is a subsidiary of Amtek Auto, a Delhi-based automobile component manufacturing company.
Internet Brands
Acquisition in 2014
Internet Brands is an online media and client services organization that specializes in four key verticals: Automotive, Health, Legal, and Home/Travel. The company operates a portfolio of award-winning consumer websites that attract over 100 million monthly visitors. Its comprehensive range of web presence offerings fosters strong, long-term relationships with both small and medium-sized businesses and enterprise clients. Internet Brands utilizes a proprietary operating platform that enhances its ability to adapt and scale, allowing for ongoing growth and innovation. By delivering vertically focused and integrated web services, the company efficiently addresses the evolving needs of its clients and captures new market opportunities.
Alliance Tire Group
Acquisition in 2013
Alliance Tire Group is an engineering company that manufactures row crop tires, galaxy tires, and primex tires.
Auto-Teile-Unger
Acquisition in 2004
Auto-Teile-Unger is a German company which owns and operates a chain of car and truck repair franchises.
REVEL
REVEL is a digital native car leasing company that specializes in flexible car leasing services for individuals.
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