Philip W. Knisely

Partner at Clayton Dubilier & Rice

Mr. Knisely has served for over 20 years as a senior executive in the diversified industrials category. He spent a decade as executive vice president and corporate officer of Danaher Corporation where he was responsible for businesses totaling more than $4 billion in sales. Prior to Danaher, Mr. Knisely co-founded Colfax Corporation, a designer, manufacturer, and distributer of fluid handling products, serving as president and CEO. Previously, Mr. Knisely was president and CEO of AMF Industries, a privately held diversified manufacturer, and spent ten years at Emerson Electric Co. He serves on the board of trustees of the Darden School Foundation at his alma mater, the University of Virginia.

Timeline

  • Partner

    March, 2021 - present

  • Operating Partner

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