(New York, NY) – Cortec Group (“Cortec”), a New York-based private equity firm which invests in entrepreneur-led and family-owned middle market specialty consumer, business-to-business, distribution and healthcare services, and products companies, is pleased to announce that Aaron Hildebrand has joined Cortec as a Managing Director.

Aaron brings more than 25 years of operations experience to Cortec, with expertise in global supply chain, logistics and lean manufacturing. He has held leadership roles across a variety of industries, including life sciences, industrial, and automotive, among others. Aaron most recently served as Senior Vice President of Global Operations for Pall Corporation (a Danaher Corporation operating company). Prior to Pall, Aaron served as a General Manager and Manufacturing Director at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company.

Co-President David Schnadig stated, “Aaron brings to Cortec a track record of consistent success at some of the world’s most respected companies. His broad-based operations experience will make him an invaluable partner to Cortec’s management teams as they navigate increasingly complex supply chains and manufacturing processes.” Co-President Jeffrey Lipsitz added, “We are excited for Aaron to contribute to the growth of Cortec’s current and future portfolio companies and to offer fresh perspectives on new investments.”

About Cortec Group

Founded in 1984, Cortec invests in market-leading, middle-market specialty consumer, distribution, healthcare and specialty services and products businesses in partnership with owners and management teams who want to work with Cortec to drive growth and improve business fundamentals. More information about Cortec can be found at www.cortecgroup.com.

Cortec is currently investing from Cortec Group Fund VII, L.P., which closed in November 2019 at its hard cap of $2.1 billion.