Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe (\"WCAS\") was formed in 1979 and has specialized its investment activities in two industries: (i) healthcare and (ii) technology and technology-enabled services. WCAS has raised and managed over $22 billion in capital and has a current portfolio of approximately 25 companies. Our strategy is to partner with outstanding management teams and build value for our investors through a combination of operational improvements, internal growth initiatives and strategic acquisitions.