RICH McBEE
RICH McBEE
RICH McBEE
President and Chief Executive Officer

Rich McBee is President and CEO of CLEAResult. He brings more than 30 years of leadership experience to the role, with a long track record of driving market expansion, revenue growth, and operational excellence at a range of technology and services companies. Prior to joining CLEAResult, McBee served as President and CEO of Riverbed, a leader in enterprise performance and visibility solutions. Before that, he served as President and CEO of Mitel, where he transformed the company into a leading global provider of unified communications and collaboration solutions. McBee also served as President of the Communications and Enterprise Group of Danaher Corporation, which he joined in 2007 after the acquisition of Tektronix Communications, where he had worked since 1998 in a variety of senior leadership positions. He currently sits on the board of directors of Sportsman’s Warehouse, serving as chairman of the compensation committee. McBee holds a master’s degree in business administration from the Chapman School of Business and Economics. He graduated from the United States Air Force Academy with a Bachelor of Science in 1986.

Rich McBee is President and CEO of CLEAResult. He brings more than 30 years of leadership experience to the role, with a long track record of driving market expansion, revenue growth, and operational excellence at a range of technology and services companies. Prior to joining CLEAResult, McBee served as President and CEO of Riverbed, a leader in enterprise performance and visibility solutions. Before that, he served as President and CEO of Mitel, where he transformed the company into a leading global provider of unified communications and collaboration solutions. McBee also served as President of the Communications and Enterprise Group of Danaher Corporation, which he joined in 2007 after the acquisition of Tektronix Communications, where he had worked since 1998 in a variety of senior leadership positions. He currently sits on the board of directors of Sportsman’s Warehouse, serving as chairman of the compensation committee. McBee holds a master’s degree in business administration from the Chapman School of Business and Economics. He graduated from the United States Air Force Academy with a Bachelor of Science in 1986.

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DIVAKAR JANDHYALA
DIVAKAR JANDHYALA
DIVAKAR JANDHYALA
Chief Product and Technology Officer

DJ is the Chief Product and Technology officer at CLEAResult. In his role DJ is responsible for the strategy, development, and operations of CLEAResult's platform and its portfolio of practices, solutions, products, and services. DJ and his team are focused on building a differentiated and innovative portfolio of solutions to achieve Energy Efficiency, Energy Transition and Decarbonization goals for Utilities, Governments, Commercial & Industrial organizations, and Residential Customers. 

DJ came to CLEAResult with over 25 years of experience leading organizations with innovation and technology enabled transformations. DJ joined CLEAResult from American Achievement Corporation where he was EVP - CTO/CIO leading global organization across the United States, Canada, Mexico, India, and Poland. He also serves as an Executive Board Member for GroupFIO, a provider of open-source ERP and CRM applications, and he regularly advises and consults with the incubator companies at The University of Texas.

DJ is the Chief Product and Technology officer at CLEAResult. In his role DJ is responsible for the strategy, development, and operations of CLEAResult's platform and its portfolio of practices, solutions, products, and services. DJ and his team are focused on building a differentiated and innovative portfolio of solutions to achieve Energy Efficiency, Energy Transition and Decarbonization goals for Utilities, Governments, Commercial & Industrial organizations, and Residential Customers. 

DJ came to CLEAResult with over 25 years of experience leading organizations with innovation and technology enabled transformations. DJ joined CLEAResult from American Achievement Corporation where he was EVP - CTO/CIO leading global organization across the United States, Canada, Mexico, India, and Poland. He also serves as an Executive Board Member for GroupFIO, a provider of open-source ERP and CRM applications, and he regularly advises and consults with the incubator companies at The University of Texas.

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JOE MATTOON
JOE MATTOON
JOE MATTOON
Chief Legal Officer

Joe balances strong, hands-on leadership with business-oriented law practice to help CLEAResult navigate risk toward smart and stable growth. He previously served as General Counsel to PECI and to Rogue Ales & Spirits. In private practice, Joe focused on commercial transactions, M&A, and corporate law at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP. For several years, Joe advised Mercy Corp pro bono on international business transactions. Outside of CLEAResult, Joe volunteers as an adoption advocate and provides pro bono legal services to nonprofit organizations. Prior to his legal career, Joe lived in France, played music for a living and served in the U.S. Army. Joe attended Georgetown University Law Center, received his JD from The University of Richmond and his BA from Saint Leo University, Magna Cum Laude.

Joe balances strong, hands-on leadership with business-oriented law practice to help CLEAResult navigate risk toward smart and stable growth. He previously served as General Counsel to PECI and to Rogue Ales & Spirits. In private practice, Joe focused on commercial transactions, M&A, and corporate law at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP. For several years, Joe advised Mercy Corp pro bono on international business transactions. Outside of CLEAResult, Joe volunteers as an adoption advocate and provides pro bono legal services to nonprofit organizations. Prior to his legal career, Joe lived in France, played music for a living and served in the U.S. Army. Joe attended Georgetown University Law Center, received his JD from The University of Richmond and his BA from Saint Leo University, Magna Cum Laude.

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CHET KWASNIAK
CHET KWASNIAK
CHET KWASNIAK
Chief Financial Officer

Chet Kwasniak brings more than 20 years of executive experience and a history of translating strategies into superior results. In addition to finance, his expertise includes M&A, acquisition integration, strategic planning, pricing, and IT. Chet’s depth and breadth of experiences across multiple industries and a history of building highly capable, client centric, insight-oriented teams will accelerate value creation at CLEAResult. Most recently, Chet was CFO for CareerBuilder, an HR technology and data company that provides end-to-end solutions to a global search marketplace where he was active in M&A, finance transformation and value realization. Prior to CareerBuilder, Chet was CFO and EVP for MW Industries where he was responsible for Finance, IT, Pricing and M&A. At MWI, Chet transformed the finance and IT functions and drove fifteen acquisitions which tripled the size of the company. Chet holds a Master of Business Administration in Strategy and Finance from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and a BS in Accountancy from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He is actively involved in various community and charitable organizations, loves to travel, enjoys physical activity, is an art enthusiast and an environmentalist.

Chet Kwasniak brings more than 20 years of executive experience and a history of translating strategies into superior results. In addition to finance, his expertise includes M&A, acquisition integration, strategic planning, pricing, and IT. Chet’s depth and breadth of experiences across multiple industries and a history of building highly capable, client centric, insight-oriented teams will accelerate value creation at CLEAResult. Most recently, Chet was CFO for CareerBuilder, an HR technology and data company that provides end-to-end solutions to a global search marketplace where he was active in M&A, finance transformation and value realization. Prior to CareerBuilder, Chet was CFO and EVP for MW Industries where he was responsible for Finance, IT, Pricing and M&A. At MWI, Chet transformed the finance and IT functions and drove fifteen acquisitions which tripled the size of the company. Chet holds a Master of Business Administration in Strategy and Finance from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and a BS in Accountancy from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He is actively involved in various community and charitable organizations, loves to travel, enjoys physical activity, is an art enthusiast and an environmentalist.

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GABBY SNOBROVA
GABBY SNOBROVA
GABBY SNOBROVA
Chief People Officer

Gabby is our Chief People Officer and member of our core leadership team. She is responsible for driving all strategic and operational aspects of our HR department. With over 20 years of experience leading progressive HR teams, she shapes and enables our “One CLEAResult” mindset that fosters a culture of empowerment, accountability and inclusivity without sacrificing performance. Prior to joining our team, Gabby was the Chief Human Resource Officer at Sigura (now Solenis LLC), a global water treatment solution company. Additionally, she has held people-centric leadership positions at Vista Consulting Group, a consulting arm of Vista Equity Partners, and Acoustic, a marketing cloud platform organization, as well as spending nearly 18 years at NCR, a global enterprise technology leader, which culminated in a senior HR role for the NCR Services organization–a $2.5B business with 16,000 employees across 80+ countries. Before building a reputation as an international HR innovator, Gabby earned her bachelor’s degree from Charles University in Prague and master’s degree in Human Resources from Cornell University.  Now living in Atlanta, GA, she spends her spare time visiting her daughter in Miami. Together, they enjoy travelling and are big fans of lacrosse, competitive cheerleading and college football (Go ‘Canes!).

Gabby is our Chief People Officer and member of our core leadership team. She is responsible for driving all strategic and operational aspects of our HR department. With over 20 years of experience leading progressive HR teams, she shapes and enables our “One CLEAResult” mindset that fosters a culture of empowerment, accountability and inclusivity without sacrificing performance. Prior to joining our team, Gabby was the Chief Human Resource Officer at Sigura (now Solenis LLC), a global water treatment solution company. Additionally, she has held people-centric leadership positions at Vista Consulting Group, a consulting arm of Vista Equity Partners, and Acoustic, a marketing cloud platform organization, as well as spending nearly 18 years at NCR, a global enterprise technology leader, which culminated in a senior HR role for the NCR Services organization–a $2.5B business with 16,000 employees across 80+ countries. Before building a reputation as an international HR innovator, Gabby earned her bachelor’s degree from Charles University in Prague and master’s degree in Human Resources from Cornell University.  Now living in Atlanta, GA, she spends her spare time visiting her daughter in Miami. Together, they enjoy travelling and are big fans of lacrosse, competitive cheerleading and college football (Go ‘Canes!).

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LEN DIPLOCK
LEN DIPLOCK
LEN DIPLOCK
Senior Vice President, Corporate Development and Strategy

Len is responsible for leading CLEAResult in strategy, competitive analysis, financial planning, project management and M&A. Prior to joining CLEAResult, Len was Senior Vice-President of Strategy and Corporate Marketing at Canada Post Corporation, Canada’s postal operator and largest parcel delivery provider, where he led strategy, brand, enterprise risk and data & analytics. From 2005 to 2016, Len held several senior executive positions at Direct Energy with responsibilities including strategy, mergers and acquisitions and leadership of the rental water-heater business. Len holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Toronto and a master’s in management from Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford. Len enjoys skiing, hockey and rowing and currently serves on the Board of Directors of the York School, an independent school in Toronto.

Len is responsible for leading CLEAResult in strategy, competitive analysis, financial planning, project management and M&A. Prior to joining CLEAResult, Len was Senior Vice-President of Strategy and Corporate Marketing at Canada Post Corporation, Canada’s postal operator and largest parcel delivery provider, where he led strategy, brand, enterprise risk and data & analytics. From 2005 to 2016, Len held several senior executive positions at Direct Energy with responsibilities including strategy, mergers and acquisitions and leadership of the rental water-heater business. Len holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Toronto and a master’s in management from Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford. Len enjoys skiing, hockey and rowing and currently serves on the Board of Directors of the York School, an independent school in Toronto.

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VIC PISANI
VIC PISANI
VIC PISANI
Senior Vice President, East Client Delivery

Vic is Senior Vice President of East Client Delivery, overseeing the work of CLEAResult’s client portfolio groups located across the U.S. and Canada. Vic has 25 years of experience with utility management and energy efficiency consulting. In the early 1990s Vic worked on the team that promoted and grew the ENERGY STAR concept for the EPA. He has held various management positions with Chicago’s electric utility, ComEd, and joined with the founders of CLEAResult in 2007 when CLEAResult was less than 20 people. Vic has a BS in chemistry from the University of Notre Dame and an MBA in finance and management and strategy from the Kellogg School of Management.

Vic is Senior Vice President of East Client Delivery, overseeing the work of CLEAResult’s client portfolio groups located across the U.S. and Canada. Vic has 25 years of experience with utility management and energy efficiency consulting. In the early 1990s Vic worked on the team that promoted and grew the ENERGY STAR concept for the EPA. He has held various management positions with Chicago’s electric utility, ComEd, and joined with the founders of CLEAResult in 2007 when CLEAResult was less than 20 people. Vic has a BS in chemistry from the University of Notre Dame and an MBA in finance and management and strategy from the Kellogg School of Management.

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JEREMY TOWNSEND
JEREMY TOWNSEND
JEREMY TOWNSEND
Senior Vice President, Central Client Delivery

Jeremy is Senior Vice President, Client Delivery for our Midwest and South regions. Jeremy has over 15 years of experience in the energy efficiency industry including more than 12 years with CLEAResult in numerous roles ensuring outstanding client delivery. Prior to joining CLEAResult, Jeremy worked for the globally based Johnson Controls in their Building Efficiency group. When not working you can find Jeremy spending time outdoors playing softball/baseball with his kids, grilling or enjoying a round of golf. Jeremy holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering Technology from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and also studied Journalism.

Jeremy is Senior Vice President, Client Delivery for our Midwest and South regions. Jeremy has over 15 years of experience in the energy efficiency industry including more than 12 years with CLEAResult in numerous roles ensuring outstanding client delivery. Prior to joining CLEAResult, Jeremy worked for the globally based Johnson Controls in their Building Efficiency group. When not working you can find Jeremy spending time outdoors playing softball/baseball with his kids, grilling or enjoying a round of golf. Jeremy holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering Technology from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and also studied Journalism.

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KECIA DAVISON
KECIA DAVISON
KECIA DAVISON
Senior Vice President, West

Kecia Davison is the Senior Vice President for the West region.  She is a proven leader of people with over thirty-five years of deep domain experience in energy efficiency, construction, and finance. Prior to joining CLEAResult Kecia was the President of West Energy for SitelogIQ where she drove a full transformation of the West Energy business which included creating; a highly collaborative team, record backlog and profit, while executing a challenging divesture. Kecia was VP of Energy at ABM where she built their California Public Sector Energy business from the ground up and lead ABM’s Public-Private Partnership (P3) Infrastructure business. Previously in her leadership role at Johnson Controls, she lead her team to close one of JCI’s largest energy solutions project with the State of Hawaii, Dept of Transportation.  Another leadership role Kecia held was the VP/GM of the West for Conservation Services Group where she successfully reshaped and grew the west business portfolio across several investor-owned utilities. As a California energy efficiency thought leader Kecia actively participates in shaping business-friendly energy policy. She is an energetic board member of the School Energy Coalition (SEC) and was a founding board member of the California Energy Efficiency Industry Council. Kecia is an avid sports fan, skier, golf, and tennis player. Her adult sons live in Seattle.  Kecia lives in Orange County California with her husband, Jim, a decorated former Navy fighter pilot.

Kecia Davison is the Senior Vice President for the West region.  She is a proven leader of people with over thirty-five years of deep domain experience in energy efficiency, construction, and finance. Prior to joining CLEAResult Kecia was the President of West Energy for SitelogIQ where she drove a full transformation of the West Energy business which included creating; a highly collaborative team, record backlog and profit, while executing a challenging divesture. Kecia was VP of Energy at ABM where she built their California Public Sector Energy business from the ground up and lead ABM’s Public-Private Partnership (P3) Infrastructure business. Previously in her leadership role at Johnson Controls, she lead her team to close one of JCI’s largest energy solutions project with the State of Hawaii, Dept of Transportation.  Another leadership role Kecia held was the VP/GM of the West for Conservation Services Group where she successfully reshaped and grew the west business portfolio across several investor-owned utilities. As a California energy efficiency thought leader Kecia actively participates in shaping business-friendly energy policy. She is an energetic board member of the School Energy Coalition (SEC) and was a founding board member of the California Energy Efficiency Industry Council. Kecia is an avid sports fan, skier, golf, and tennis player. Her adult sons live in Seattle.  Kecia lives in Orange County California with her husband, Jim, a decorated former Navy fighter pilot.

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Ryan Shaw
Ryan Shaw
Ryan Shaw
Senior Vice President, Canada Client Delivery

Ryan is the Senior Vice President of Client Delivery for our Canada region. Ryan has over 15 years of experience in the energy efficiency industry, including more than 6 years with CLEAResult in numerous roles ensuring outstanding client delivery and managing the growth strategy across Canada. Prior to joining CLEAResult, Ryan worked for Rogers Communications and Union Gas. Ryan holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology from Lawrence Technological University and a Master of Business Administration in Commercial and Retail Development from Ted Rogers School of Management. Ryan enjoys playing golf and spending time with his wife, daughter, and two dogs at the lake.

Ryan is the Senior Vice President of Client Delivery for our Canada region. Ryan has over 15 years of experience in the energy efficiency industry, including more than 6 years with CLEAResult in numerous roles ensuring outstanding client delivery and managing the growth strategy across Canada. Prior to joining CLEAResult, Ryan worked for Rogers Communications and Union Gas. Ryan holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology from Lawrence Technological University and a Master of Business Administration in Commercial and Retail Development from Ted Rogers School of Management. Ryan enjoys playing golf and spending time with his wife, daughter, and two dogs at the lake.

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Our Board of Directors

Comprised of policymakers, entrepreneurs and strategic thinkers, our board of directors serves as a champion for our company, aiding us in our efforts to advance technologies, stimulate conversation and positively impact the energy experience, both locally and globally.

RON CHILDRESS
RON CHILDRESS
RON CHILDRESS
Chair

Mr. Childress has been affiliated with Kohlberg since 2015 and was named an Operating Partner in 2021. He is currently Executive Chairman of Area Wide Protective and a member of the board of directors of CLEAResult, ENTRUST Solutions Group and USIC. Previously he was the President and CEO of Osmose Utilities Services, Inc., a Kohlberg portfolio company. He is responsible for investment thesis development, company diligence and portfolio company operations management in the Infrastructure Services sector. Prior to his affiliation with Kohlberg, Mr. Childress held various senior level management positions during his 34 year career with Osmose.

Mr. Childress has been affiliated with Kohlberg since 2015 and was named an Operating Partner in 2021. He is currently Executive Chairman of Area Wide Protective and a member of the board of directors of CLEAResult, ENTRUST Solutions Group and USIC. Previously he was the President and CEO of Osmose Utilities Services, Inc., a Kohlberg portfolio company. He is responsible for investment thesis development, company diligence and portfolio company operations management in the Infrastructure Services sector. Prior to his affiliation with Kohlberg, Mr. Childress held various senior level management positions during his 34 year career with Osmose.

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SAM FRIEDER
SAM FRIEDER
SAM FRIEDER
Board Member

Mr. Frieder is the Managing Partner of Kohlberg and a member of the Investment Committee, the Credit Committee and the Executive Committee. He joined the Firm in 1989, was made a Partner in 1995 and named Managing Partner in 2006. Mr. Frieder oversees all aspects of the Firm’s investment activities, personnel decisions and other internal operational and administrative matters. He is a member of the board of directors of Area Wide Protective, Cadence, CIBT, CLEAResult, DecoPac, Elevate Outdoor Collective, EngagePEO, ENTRUST Solutions Group, GPRS, MarketCast, Meadows Behavioral Health, Nelipak, Nellson, OB Hospitalist Group, Parts Authority, PCI Pharma Services, Riveron, Senneca, Spinal Elements, Spire Orthopedic Partners, Trinity Life Sciences, United Digestive and Worldwide Clinical Trials. Mr. Frieder received an A.B. from Harvard College.

Mr. Frieder is the Managing Partner of Kohlberg and a member of the Investment Committee, the Credit Committee and the Executive Committee. He joined the Firm in 1989, was made a Partner in 1995 and named Managing Partner in 2006. Mr. Frieder oversees all aspects of the Firm’s investment activities, personnel decisions and other internal operational and administrative matters. He is a member of the board of directors of Area Wide Protective, Cadence, CIBT, CLEAResult, DecoPac, Elevate Outdoor Collective, EngagePEO, ENTRUST Solutions Group, GPRS, MarketCast, Meadows Behavioral Health, Nelipak, Nellson, OB Hospitalist Group, Parts Authority, PCI Pharma Services, Riveron, Senneca, Spinal Elements, Spire Orthopedic Partners, Trinity Life Sciences, United Digestive and Worldwide Clinical Trials. Mr. Frieder received an A.B. from Harvard College.

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GORDON WOODWARD
GORDON WOODWARD
GORDON WOODWARD
Board Member

Mr. Woodward is the Chief Investment Officer of Kohlberg and a member of the Investment Committee, the Credit Committee and the Executive Committee. He joined Kohlberg in 1996, was named a Partner in 2001 and became Chief Investment Officer in 2010. As the Chief Investment Officer, Mr. Woodward is responsible for managing the Investment Committee process for new investments, including portfolio construction strategy, oversight of the Firm’s due diligence efforts, ESG, talent development and close interaction with the transaction and monitoring teams. Mr. Woodward is a member of the board of directors of Area Wide Protective, BluSky, CIBT, CLEAResult, Elevate Outdoor Collective, EngagePEO, ENTRUST Solutions Group, GPRS, MarketCast, Meadows Behavioral Health, Myers EPS, Nelipak, Nellson, OB Hospitalist Group, Parts Authority, PCI Pharma Services, Riveron, Sara Lee Frozen Bakery, Senneca, Spinal Elements, Spire Orthopedic Partners, Trinity Life Sciences and Worldwide Clinical Trials. Prior to joining the Firm, Mr. Woodward was with James D. Wolfensohn Incorporated. Mr. Woodward received an A.B. from Harvard College.

Mr. Woodward is the Chief Investment Officer of Kohlberg and a member of the Investment Committee, the Credit Committee and the Executive Committee. He joined Kohlberg in 1996, was named a Partner in 2001 and became Chief Investment Officer in 2010. As the Chief Investment Officer, Mr. Woodward is responsible for managing the Investment Committee process for new investments, including portfolio construction strategy, oversight of the Firm’s due diligence efforts, ESG, talent development and close interaction with the transaction and monitoring teams. Mr. Woodward is a member of the board of directors of Area Wide Protective, BluSky, CIBT, CLEAResult, Elevate Outdoor Collective, EngagePEO, ENTRUST Solutions Group, GPRS, MarketCast, Meadows Behavioral Health, Myers EPS, Nelipak, Nellson, OB Hospitalist Group, Parts Authority, PCI Pharma Services, Riveron, Sara Lee Frozen Bakery, Senneca, Spinal Elements, Spire Orthopedic Partners, Trinity Life Sciences and Worldwide Clinical Trials. Prior to joining the Firm, Mr. Woodward was with James D. Wolfensohn Incorporated. Mr. Woodward received an A.B. from Harvard College.

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BEN MAO
BEN MAO
BEN MAO
Board Member

Mr. Mao is a member of Kohlberg’s Investment Committee and Credit Committee and is responsible for leading the Firm’s Infrastructure Services practice area. Mr. Mao joined Kohlberg in 2002 and was named a Partner in 2010. Prior to joining the Firm, Mr. Mao was previously with Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette, Credit Suisse First Boston and Ewing Management Group. He is a member of the board of directors of Area Wide Protective, CLEAResult, ENTRUST Solutions Group, GPRS, Myers EPS, Sara Lee Frozen Bakery, Senneca and USIC. Mr. Mao received an A.B. from Harvard College.

Mr. Mao is a member of Kohlberg’s Investment Committee and Credit Committee and is responsible for leading the Firm’s Infrastructure Services practice area. Mr. Mao joined Kohlberg in 2002 and was named a Partner in 2010. Prior to joining the Firm, Mr. Mao was previously with Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette, Credit Suisse First Boston and Ewing Management Group. He is a member of the board of directors of Area Wide Protective, CLEAResult, ENTRUST Solutions Group, GPRS, Myers EPS, Sara Lee Frozen Bakery, Senneca and USIC. Mr. Mao received an A.B. from Harvard College.

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GUS HARWOOD
GUS HARWOOD
GUS HARWOOD
Board Member

Mr. Harwood is a member of Kohlberg’s Investment Committee. Mr. Harwood joined Kohlberg in 2014, and was named a Partner in 2023. Prior to joining the Firm, Mr. Harwood was with H.I.G. Capital. Prior to that, he was in the Mergers & Acquisitions Group at Bank of America Merrill Lynch. He is a member of the board of directors of Area Wide Protective, CLEAResult, ENTRUST Solutions Group, GPRS, Myers EPS, Nellson, Sara Lee Frozen Bakery, and USIC. Mr. Harwood received a B.A. from Vanderbilt University.

Mr. Harwood is a member of Kohlberg’s Investment Committee. Mr. Harwood joined Kohlberg in 2014, and was named a Partner in 2023. Prior to joining the Firm, Mr. Harwood was with H.I.G. Capital. Prior to that, he was in the Mergers & Acquisitions Group at Bank of America Merrill Lynch. He is a member of the board of directors of Area Wide Protective, CLEAResult, ENTRUST Solutions Group, GPRS, Myers EPS, Nellson, Sara Lee Frozen Bakery, and USIC. Mr. Harwood received a B.A. from Vanderbilt University.

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SANAZ RACZYNSKI
SANAZ RACZYNSKI
SANAZ RACZYNSKI
Board Member

Ms. Raczynski joined Kohlberg in 2020. Prior to joining the Firm, Ms. Raczynski was Head of Sustainability of Nuveen. She is a member of the board of directors of CLEAResult. Ms. Raczynski received a M.Sc. in Sustainability Management from Columbia University, an M.A. from New York University and a B.A. from University of California at Los Angeles.

Ms. Raczynski joined Kohlberg in 2020. Prior to joining the Firm, Ms. Raczynski was Head of Sustainability of Nuveen. She is a member of the board of directors of CLEAResult. Ms. Raczynski received a M.Sc. in Sustainability Management from Columbia University, an M.A. from New York University and a B.A. from University of California at Los Angeles.

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JAMES FRIER
JAMES FRIER
JAMES FRIER
Board Member

Mr. Frier is a member of Kohlberg’s Investment Committee. Mr. Frier joined Kohlberg in 2024. Prior to joining the Firm, Mr. Frier was with Sentinel Capital Partners. Prior to that, he was with Houlihan Lokey. He is a member of the board of directors of CLEAResult. Mr. Frier received a B.A from the University of Pennsylvania.

Mr. Frier is a member of Kohlberg’s Investment Committee. Mr. Frier joined Kohlberg in 2024. Prior to joining the Firm, Mr. Frier was with Sentinel Capital Partners. Prior to that, he was with Houlihan Lokey. He is a member of the board of directors of CLEAResult. Mr. Frier received a B.A from the University of Pennsylvania.

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