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The Digital Transformation Imperative (KPMG)

By Jeffrey Kollin, U.S. Advisory Lead Principal, Private Equity, KPMG in the U.S. If you haven’t taken the bold steps towards digital transformation within your business, you may be working with…

Private Equity Investment Volume Doubles from 2017

WASHINGTON – US private equity investment volume increased to $57 billion in the first quarter of 2018, a staggering 159 percent increase from the first quarter of 2017, according to the American…

New Mountain Capital’s Steve Klinsky Elected Chairman of the American Investment Council

WASHINGTON – The American Investment Council (AIC) announced today the election of Steve Klinsky as Chairman of the AIC’s Board of Directors. Since 1999, Klinsky has been Founder and Chief…

Private Equity Across America: Louisville

The private equity industry employs millions of Americans and provides a secure retirement for schoolteachers, police officers, and other pension holders. In the months ahead, the American…

Mehlman Expresses Appreciation for Sommers’ Strong Leadership at the AIC

Washington, D.C. – Today, American Investment Council (AIC) board member Ken Mehlman released the following statement of appreciation for Mike Sommers’ service as AIC President and CEO. Sommers…

BDC Leverage Caps to Increase, Creating Potential Opportunity for Credit and Private Equity Managers (Kirkland & Ellis LLP)

The views reflected in this article are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the views of the American Investment Council. By Aaron Schlaphoff (Partner), Scott A. Moehrke,…

What is Private Equity?

The following videos will provide you with more information about the private equity industry and how it invests in people and communities across America. Click below to watch some quick explainers…

ICYMI: Yale University’s Annual Endowment Report Strengthens Support for Private Equity

Yale Endowment Update 2017: “The alternatives of absolute return, private equity, venture capital, natural resources, and real estate provide not only diversification benefits, but also abundant…

Tax Reform – Living the Dream of a Tax Professional (PwC)

The views reflected in this article are those of the authors, and do not necessarily reflect the views of the American Investment Council. PwC is an AIC Silver Level Associate Member. By Puneet…

Private Equity Across America: San Antonio

The private equity industry employs millions of Americans and provides a secure retirement for schoolteachers, police officers, and other pension holders. In the months ahead, the American Investment…

Private Equity Continues Positive Annualized Returns For Long-Term Investors

WASHINGTON – Today, the American Investment Council (AIC) released its new 2017 Q3 Performance Update Report that showed private equity funds continue to outperform public markets over the long…

Private Equity Investment in U.S. Economy Exceeds $500 Billion in 2017

Bulk of Private Equity Investment Concentrated in Business and Consumer Products, and Information Technology WASHINGTON – In 2017, the U.S. private equity industry raised record high levels of…

American Investment Council Welcomes President Trump’s New Infrastructure Plan

Private Equity Industry Ready to Invest In New Projects that Create Jobs and Improve Communities Across America WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, American Investment Council President and CEO Mike Sommers…

Latest “AIC Insights” Webcast Illuminates The Deal Making Process

The Carlyle Group Managing Director Martin Sumner Describes the Process and Environment for Industrial Deals WASHINGTON – The American Investment Council (AIC) released a new “AIC Insights”…

The American Investment Council Welcomes New Board of Directors Members

WASHINGTON – The American Investment Council announced today new and returning members to its Board of Directors for the 2018-2019 session. The board will gain three new members to join seven…

Private Equity Fundraising Hits Highest Level Since 2008

U.S Private Fundraising Has Grown 30 Percent In The Last Eight Years WASHINGTON – Fundraising by the private equity industry rose to $231 billion in 2017, a 14 percent increase from 2016,…

American Investment Council Adds Emily Schillinger as Vice President of Public Affairs

WASHINGTON – The American Investment Council (AIC) has named Emily Schillinger as Vice President of Public Affairs for the association. Schillinger most recently served as Communications Director…

Video Case Study: Private Equity Partnership Revolutionizes The Steel Industry

TPG Growth Partnered with Big River Steel to Create a State-of-the-Art Steel Mill WASHINGTON – The American Investment Council released a new video case study today on the successful partnerships…

A Smaller Public Market Creates More Opportunity For Private Investment

In the past, going public was the sign of a successful company. Completing an initial public offering (IPO) signaled stability and growth potential. Today, this conventional wisdom seems out of date….

Report Highlights Private Equity’s Strong Long-Term Returns For Investors

Private Equity Continues To Outperform Traditional Equity Markets Over A 10-Year Horizon WASHINGTON – Private equity continues to deliver outstanding long-term value to investors and retirees,…