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Ken Mehlman - Press Releases

The following press releases pertain to Ken Mehlman and his work with KKR and other organizations.

Green Portfolio Program Announces over $160 Million in Savings

“These results reinforce the value of our approach – both for the environment and the bottom line. All along, our goal was for KKR portfolio companies to share and implement best practices that improve environmental and business performance. Despite the fact that this is a long-term commitment, today’s news shows that the work between EDF and KKR is already producing results,” said Ken Mehlman, Global Head of Public Affairs, KKR.

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KKR Expands "Green" Program And Builds Internal Resources For Responsible Investment

"Elizabeth helped spearhead our partnership with EDF and she was instrumental in getting the pilot project off the ground. We believe that the focus and expertise Elizabeth brings will further our efforts to generate sustained value for our companies and investors while at the same time improving the environment," said Ken Mehlman, Head of Global Public Affairs and a Member of KKR.

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KKR Names Lipschultz to Management Committee, Adds Partners

Three other people were also promoted to partner, bringing the total number of KKR partners to 37. They are Bill Cornog, a member of KKR's group of operational executives who aid in turning companies around, Ken Mehlman, who leads a group that deals with the firms' stakeholders, and Sanjay Nayar, CEO and country head of India.

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Alternative asset manager KKR greens portfolio companies in joint initiative with Environmental Defense Fund

‘The first priority of our limited partners is to maximise investment returns, but must also recognise the importance of improving environmental performance. Our work with EDF and our portfolio companies is proving that environmental management can help create real value and drive the returns that help fund retirement pensions and other important needs,’ said Ken Mehlman of KKR.

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Washington Governors Present Four-Year Scholarships to 35 Foster Care System Graduates

"If awareness of our involvement can bring more attention to this exceptional and very needed program, then we are pleased to take part," Ken Mehlman said. "It is a tribute to the public service ethic of these former Governors that they continue to want to contribute even after they leave office to make this a better state."

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KKR Names Ken Mehlman to Lead Global Public Affairs and Further Drive Firm's Focus on Multiple Stakeholder Interests

Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. today announced that Kenneth B. Mehlman, noted counselor on national legislative and public affairs initiatives, will join the firm as Managing Director and Head of Global Public Affairs, a new position.

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President Bush Appoints Members to Unites States Holocaust Memorial Council

Kenneth B. Mehlman, Washington, D.C., is a partner at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Field LLP. He served as the 62nd chairman of the Republican National Committee and was the campaign manager for Bush-Cheney 04.

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MTV Joins Strong American Schools to Promote Education Reform on Eve of First GOP Presidential Debate

"MTV is an icon among young American citizens, many of whom understand firsthand just how =- important education reform is to the future of this country," stated former Republican National Committee Chairman Ken Mehlman, a Strong American Schools board member. "That’s why we’re so proud MTV is co-sponsoring this event with Strong American Schools and helping to make sure the voices of future generations are heard loud and clear by presidential hopefuls of both parties."

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PepsiCo Foundation Donates $1 Million to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial

The Memorial Foundation's leadership includes: Gary Cowger, George Foreman, Tommy Hilfiger, Vernon Jordan, Terry McAuliffe, J.W. Marriott, Jr., Richard Parsons, Colin Powell, Ken Mehlman, David Stern, Jack Valenti, J.C. Watts, and Ambassador Andrew Young.

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