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NEW YORK, Nov. 11, 2024 ~ Clayton, Dubilier & Rice (CD&R) has announced the engagement of Bill Galvin as an Operating Advisor to their funds. With 36 years of experience in the industry, Galvin is a veteran and former President and CEO of Anixter International. In his new role, he will actively assist the Firm in identifying, sourcing, and executing new investments in the industrials sector. He will also work closely with CD&R's team and portfolio companies.
During his time at Anixter International, a global distributor of network and security solutions, electrical and electronic products, and utility power solutions, Galvin led the organization through significant transformations. He focused on network innovation, sustainability, and geographic expansion. Under his leadership, the company saw tremendous growth through strategic initiatives such as expanding value-added supply chain services and integrating two key acquisitions - Tri-Ed Distribution and HD Supply Power Solutions business. These efforts resulted in revenues of $8.8 billion and a global workforce of 9,400 employees in 2019.
CD&R CEO Nate Sleeper expressed his confidence in Galvin's abilities by stating that he has an outstanding reputation for driving growth and expansion in the industrial distribution sector. He also mentioned that Galvin is well-known to the CD&R investment team. Sleeper believes that Galvin's strategic insights will be highly beneficial to CD&R funds' investment activity and portfolio businesses.
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Galvin's career began at Anixter International in 1984 as part of the sales and marketing team. Over the years, he took on various management and operations roles before being appointed as President and Chief Operating Officer in 2017. He then went on to become CEO of the company from July 2018 until June 2020 when it was acquired by WESCO International Inc., a former CD&R portfolio company.
Expressing his excitement about joining CD&R, Galvin stated that he has built a strong relationship with the team over the years. He also mentioned that their commitment to building sustainable businesses through partnerships and driving growth and operational excellence resonates with him. Galvin looks forward to contributing to the future success of CD&R funds and their portfolio companies.
Aside from his role at CD&R, Galvin currently serves as a director on the boards of Integrated Power Services and Maclean Power Systems. He is also the Director and Governance Chair for Cristo Rey St. Martin College Prep School. Galvin holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Manhattan College.
CD&R's decision to engage Bill Galvin as an Operating Advisor reflects their dedication to bringing in experienced and knowledgeable individuals who can contribute to their investment strategies and portfolio companies' growth. With Galvin's expertise, CD&R is well-positioned for continued success in the industrials sector.
During his time at Anixter International, a global distributor of network and security solutions, electrical and electronic products, and utility power solutions, Galvin led the organization through significant transformations. He focused on network innovation, sustainability, and geographic expansion. Under his leadership, the company saw tremendous growth through strategic initiatives such as expanding value-added supply chain services and integrating two key acquisitions - Tri-Ed Distribution and HD Supply Power Solutions business. These efforts resulted in revenues of $8.8 billion and a global workforce of 9,400 employees in 2019.
CD&R CEO Nate Sleeper expressed his confidence in Galvin's abilities by stating that he has an outstanding reputation for driving growth and expansion in the industrial distribution sector. He also mentioned that Galvin is well-known to the CD&R investment team. Sleeper believes that Galvin's strategic insights will be highly beneficial to CD&R funds' investment activity and portfolio businesses.
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Galvin's career began at Anixter International in 1984 as part of the sales and marketing team. Over the years, he took on various management and operations roles before being appointed as President and Chief Operating Officer in 2017. He then went on to become CEO of the company from July 2018 until June 2020 when it was acquired by WESCO International Inc., a former CD&R portfolio company.
Expressing his excitement about joining CD&R, Galvin stated that he has built a strong relationship with the team over the years. He also mentioned that their commitment to building sustainable businesses through partnerships and driving growth and operational excellence resonates with him. Galvin looks forward to contributing to the future success of CD&R funds and their portfolio companies.
Aside from his role at CD&R, Galvin currently serves as a director on the boards of Integrated Power Services and Maclean Power Systems. He is also the Director and Governance Chair for Cristo Rey St. Martin College Prep School. Galvin holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Manhattan College.
CD&R's decision to engage Bill Galvin as an Operating Advisor reflects their dedication to bringing in experienced and knowledgeable individuals who can contribute to their investment strategies and portfolio companies' growth. With Galvin's expertise, CD&R is well-positioned for continued success in the industrials sector.
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