Seidler Kutsenda Management Company, LLC

Seidler Kutsenda Management Company, LLC (SKMC) is a California-based firm established in 2003 by Peter Seidler, Robert Seidler, and Eric Kutsenda. Following Peter Seidler's passing in 2023, the firm is now managed by Robert Seidler, Eric Kutsenda, and Matt Seidler. SKMC specializes in providing discretionary investment advisory services to private equity investment funds focusing on middle-market companies. The firm manages approximately $5.9 billion of assets on a discretionary basis. SKMC is registered with the SEC under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940. SKMC primarily advises U.S. investment funds, including the Seidler Funds and Australia Funds. The Seidler Funds are closed-end funds investing in middle-market U.S. companies, while the Australia Funds focus on Australian middle-market companies. SKMC also manages co-investment and alternative investment vehicles. The firm's investment strategy emphasizes conservative capital structures, senior equity securities, and active involvement in portfolio companies. SKMC charges Management Fees based on committed or invested capital and Incentive Fees based on profits earned. The firm's Code of Ethics ensures compliance with laws, fiduciary duties, and personal trading restrictions. SKMC does not participate in wrap fee programs, has no soft dollar arrangements, and does not engage in solicitation arrangements. The firm may use placement agents for fundraising. SKMC exercises investment discretion for its Clients and votes proxies in their best interests, managing conflicts of interest diligently.