Clayton, Dubilier & Rice (CD&R) has appointed Jillian Griffiths to the position of Chief Operating Officer. Ms. Griffiths will be responsible for CD&R’s finance, information technology, human resources, legal and office services operations.
“Jillian is a very talented financial executive whom we have come to know and respect over the past decade in connection with several transaction due diligence and portfolio company advisory assignments,” said Donald Gogel, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of CD&R. “Her work ethic, judgment, and values line up exceptionally well with our culture and we look forward to her continued contributions to the Firm as a Partner.”
Ms. Griffiths is a 22-year veteran and former partner of PricewaterhouseCoopers. At PwC, she was a partner in the firm’s US Deals practice, specializing in financial due diligence. She participated in over 150 transactions, dedicating a majority of her time advising private equity firms and Fortune 500 companies across a variety of industries.
“CD&R has a rich history and an unparalleled reputation for combining outstanding investment judgment and deep operational capabilities,” said Ms. Griffiths. “I am delighted to be joining such a preeminent organization, and I look forward to helping support the firm’s success in the years ahead.”
Ms. Griffiths was named one of Consulting magazine’s “2013 Women Leaders in Consulting” for her outstanding achievements in client service. She is also a member of the Board of Turnaround for Children, an organization committed to transforming public education in high-poverty areas. Ms. Griffiths is a Certified Public Accountant and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting from Miami University.
Clayton, Dubilier & Rice focuses on producing financial returns through building stronger more profitable businesses. Since inception, the firm has managed the investment of more than $19 billion in 59 businesses representing a range of industries with an aggregate transaction value of approximately $90 billion. Founded in 1978, Clayton, Dubilier & Rice is based in New York and London (www.cdr-inc.com).
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