CAI Enters New Growth Phase Following Investment from JLL Partners

In an exciting development for CAI, a leading professional services firm focused on operational readiness in the life sciences and critical environments, the company has forged a strategic partnership with JLL Partners. This New York-based private equity firm specializes in mid-market investments, particularly in healthcare, industry, and business services, and will support CAI as it embarks on its next growth phase.

This partnership signifies a pivotal moment for CAI, allowing the firm to broaden its global footprint, invest in cutting-edge technologies, and enhance service offerings to better support clients operating in complex, highly regulated environments.

Sheena Dempsey, the CEO of CAI, remarked, "Our collaboration with JLL represents a significant strategic milestone for our future. For over 30 years, CAI has maintained a steadfast commitment to quality and doing things right. This foundation has established us as a trusted partner across all the sectors we serve. Moving forward, this alliance will help us amplify our impact by expanding geographically, enhancing our capabilities in advanced technologies, and continuing to deliver high-impact results for our clients. The investment from JLL Partners is not only a vote of confidence in our company but also in the potential growth we can achieve in the future."

JLL Partners’ Managing Director, Vikas Mouli, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership: "We are thrilled to partner with CAI at a time when the life sciences and advanced manufacturing sectors are seeing significant investments and rapid technological advancements. CAI has established a robust reputation over decades of unmatched expertise in seamlessly launching state-of-the-art facilities with precision and reliability. We look forward to working closely with CAI's management team and talented global workforce to support the company's continued growth and innovation."

Employing a team of over 700 professionals across North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia, CAI prides itself on its elite experience and exceptional service. Its long-standing relationships with clients and world-class performance testify to its commitment to excellence. With JLL Partners' financial backing, CAI is well-positioned to attract top industry talent, enhance skills through premier training opportunities, and drive the future of the sectors it serves.

Though the definitive agreement has been signed by JLL Partners and CAI, the transaction is not yet finalized and remains subject to customary regulatory approvals and other conditions.

About CAI

CAI is a professional services firm comprised of experts in engineering, quality, and operations. With a dedicated focus on accelerating operational readiness and excellence in life sciences and critical mission environments, CAI has evolved over the past 30 years. It assists organizations in confidently launching complex facilities, systems, and technologies.

Blending deep technical expertise with proven processes and modern tools, CAI delivers projects on time and within budget, supporting significant outcomes in highly regulated environments. The firm has embraced innovative modalities and guided clients through digital transformation, all while bolstering operational readiness. As industry demands grow, CAI is committed to defining the next era of agility, resilience, and operational excellence.

For additional information, visit CAI Ready.

About JLL Partners

Founded in 1988, JLL Partners, LLC is a private equity firm specializing in mid-sized companies. With over three decades of experience, JLL transforms businesses in healthcare, industry, and business services. The firm collaborates with companies that have the potential to become market leaders through a combination of strategic mergers and acquisitions, organic growth initiatives, and operational improvements. JLL Partners' team consists of investment professionals and operating partners focused on driving long-term value creation within their portfolio. To date, JLL Partners has invested approximately $8 billion in equity through 61 strategic investments.

For more information, visit JLL Partners.