AE Industrial Partners Welcomes General (Ret) Jim McConville as Operating Partner

General (Ret) Jim McConville, former Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army, has joined AE Industrial Partners, LP ("AEI") as an Operating Partner, the private equity firm announced today. McConville brings with him over four decades of military experience, including his most recent role as the 40th Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army, where he oversaw a massive organization and managed a significant budget.

During his tenure as Chief of Staff, McConville spearheaded several modernization initiatives, including the implementation of an information age-focused talent management system and the introduction of new weapons systems. He also navigated the Army's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, provided support during natural disasters, and oversaw force deployments worldwide.

AE Industrial Partners is thrilled to have McConville join their team of Operating Partners. The firm looks forward to leveraging his extensive insight and experience in the defense and government services sector to help their portfolio companies streamline their operations and explore new opportunities. David Rowe, Managing Partner of AE Industrial, expressed confidence in McConville's ability to lead complex initiatives and his deep understanding of the industry dynamics.

McConville's distinguished military career includes serving as the Vice Chief of Staff of the United States Army and commanding general of the Army's 101st Airborne Division. He is an Army Master Aviator with qualifications in various aircraft, including the AH-64D Longbow Apache and OH-58 Kiowa Warrior.

In addition to his military achievements, McConville holds a master's degree in aerospace engineering from The Georgia Institute of Technology and was a National Security Fellow at Harvard University in 2002.

In his new role as an Operating Partner at AE Industrial Partners, McConville will focus on addressing the complex global threats we face by supporting the development of new technologies. He believes that private equity plays a crucial role in responding to these threats and looks forward to working with AE Industrial's diverse and innovative portfolio of companies. McConville will also contribute to the evaluation of new investments and opportunities.

AE Industrial Partners, with $5.5 billion of assets under management, specializes in highly specialized markets such as Defense & Government Services, Commercial Aerospace, Specialty Industrial, Space, Power & Utility Services, and Business Aviation. The company has a strong track record of over 130 investments in market-leading companies, leveraging its deep industry knowledge, operational expertise, and extensive network of relationships.

AE Industrial Partners is committed to driving value creation in collaboration with the management teams of its portfolio companies. The firm primarily invests across private equity, venture capital (AEI HorizonX), and aerospace leasing.

With the addition of General (Ret) Jim McConville, AE Industrial Partners continues its tradition of attracting top talent to enhance its investment strategy and operational approach.

In conclusion, AE Industrial Partners has strengthened its team by welcoming General (Ret) Jim McConville as an Operating Partner. McConville's extensive military experience and leadership skills will be invaluable in guiding the firm's portfolio companies and identifying new investment opportunities. AE Industrial Partners remains committed to driving value creation in its specialized markets and leveraging its industry knowledge for the benefit of its investors and portfolio companies.