Clayton Dubilier & Rice
Private equityNew York · 108 people tracked
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Investment thesis
CD&R pursues private equity investments through a distinctive approach centered on operational value creation and partnership orientation. The firm invests alongside business owners—including corporations, founders, and families—and leverages deep industry expertise, connectivity, and operational capability across sectors including Consumer & Retail Services, Financial Services, Healthcare, Industrials & Business Services, and Technology. As a 100% partner-owned firm, CD&R aligns strongly with its investors and emphasizes a collaborative dealmaking process that creates value for all parties.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 6, 2026.
Team · 108 people
from the firm's website & public directoriesWhat they invest in
from 2 of 5 portfolio companiesAdTech ×1Healthtech ×1Marketing Tech ×1Medical Devices ×1SaaS ×1
HQs:United States×2Germany×1
Investments · 5 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathA Place for Mom is a U.S. and Canadian senior care referral marketplace connecting families with senior living and home care providers.
Vernon Hills, US
Jonathan Stevens(Executive Officer)Thomas Richards(Executive Officer, Director)Christine Leahy(Executive Officer)Dennis Berger(Executive Officer)Neal Campbell(Executive Officer)Christina Rother(Executive Officer)
Co-investorsBain Capital Double Impact Fund LPBain Capital Life SciencesBain Capital Tech OpportunitiesBlue Sea CapitalCore Venture CapitalDFJ+11 more
Bellevue, US
Scott Svenson(Executive Officer, Director, Promoter)Kelly Allison(Executive Officer)
Co-investorsFrazier Life Sciences
UDG is a digital agency that builds brand-focused digital experiences, combining creative and data-driven work with technical delivery for its clients.
AdTechMarketing Tech
Co-investorsCreathor Ventures
Covetrus provides software and pharmacy solutions for veterinary practices, including an integrated platform that manages prescription workflows, online pharmacy storefronts with home delivery, and compounded medication services.
HealthtechMedical DevicesSaaS
Co-investorsHarbor Light Capital PartnersMountain Group CapitalHLM Venture PartnersRock Springs CapitalSequoia HeritageViking Global Investors
Fund performance · per public LP disclosures · 9
as of Sep 2025| Fund | Vintage | Committed | Net IRR | TVPI | DPI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton, Dubilier & Rice Fund XIILPs: California Public Employees' Retirement System, California State Teachers' Retirement System, Pennsylvania Public School Employees' Retirement System +8 more | 2023 | — | 43.3% | 1.48x | 0.10x |
| Clayton Dubilier Rice XI LPLPs: California State Teachers' Retirement System, California Public Employees' Retirement System, Maryland State Retirement and Pension System | 2021 | — | 4.8% | 1.14x | 0.03x |
| Clayton, Dubilier & Rice Fund X, L.P.LPs: California State Teachers' Retirement System, California Public Employees' Retirement System, Maryland State Retirement and Pension System | 2018 | — | 30.4% | 2.27x | 1.51x |
| Clayton, Dubilier & Rice Fund IX, L.P.LPs: California State Teachers' Retirement System, Daniels Fund, Maryland State Retirement and Pension System | 2014 | — | 18.9% | 2.36x | 1.80x |
| Clayton, Dubilier & Rice Fund VIIILPs: New York City Police Pension Fund, Maryland State Retirement and Pension System | 2009 | — | 6.2% | 1.14x | 1.14x |
| Clayton Dubilier & Rice VIII, L.P.LPs: New Mexico Educational Retirement Board, New York City Employees' Retirement System, New York City Police Pension Fund +5 more | 2007 | — | 26.2% | 2.43x | 2.43x |
| Clayton, Dubilier & Rice Fund VIILPs: New York City Police Pension Fund, New York City Fire Department Pension Fund, New York City Employees' Retirement System +1 more | 2005 | — | 2.5% | 1.12x | 1.12x |
| Clayton, Dubilier & Rice Fund VI, L.P.LPs: Washington State Investment Board | 1998 | — | 9.5% | 1.50x | 1.53x |
| Clayton, Dubilier & Rice Fund V, L.P.LPs: Washington State Investment Board | 1995 | — | 2.3% | 1.20x | 1.17x |
Source: public limited-partner disclosures (CalPERS, CalSTRS). Net IRR / TVPI / DPI as reported by the limited partner; a fund's early-year IRR is an interim estimate (J-curve).
Frequently asked questions
- What sectors does Clayton Dubilier & Rice focus on?
- Clayton Dubilier & Rice focuses on Consumer, Enterprise Software, Fintech, Healthtech, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Clayton Dubilier & Rice located?
- Clayton Dubilier & Rice is headquartered in New York, US.
- Who does Clayton Dubilier & Rice co-invest with?
- Clayton Dubilier & Rice most often shares deals with Core Venture Capital, DFJ, Keensight Capital, among 13 tracked co-investors.
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Co-investors · 12
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