Culture

KERN Vision

KERN's vision is to be a preferred private equity partner in the energy sector by being aligned with all of our stakeholders and achieving superior returns.

KERN Mission

KERN is an independent energy sector private equity firm based in Calgary. KERN aims to achieve exceptional performance by building and sustaining long-term relationships with our Limited Partners, portfolio companies, investment partners, service providers, and team members.

KERN Values

Partners in value growth defines KERN's unique leadership style. KERN endeavors to partner with individuals who share our values of:

Focus – we focus our investment strategy where we have significant expertise, aligning with capital and intellectual resources to achieve our investment objectives and make decisions that are based on sound business principles.

Respectful – we treat all stakeholders, including the community and the environment with respect, by acting in a manner in which we would wish to be treated.

Long-term Oriented – we are owners, allocating KERN's resources as owners and operating with the Firm's long-term success as our goal.

Accountable – we are collectively and individually responsible for the performance of our business, relationships and actions.

Integrity – we nurture our relationships based on trust, respect and discretion to create the foundation of our franchise value.