Culture

KERN Partners 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 Partners Mission – Partners in Value Growth

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 Parners, portfolio companies, investment partners, service providers, and team members.

KERN Partners Values – Partners in Value Growth

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

Focus – we focus in areas in which we have clear expertise, aligning with 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 believe relationships are founded on trust. We treat every discussion with discretion. We know that integrity represents the foundation of our franchise value.