Bio

Patrick is an accomplished entrepreneur with a history of translating business vision into success and over 25 years’ experience in sales and marketing and leading manufacturing and distribution operations. Prior to forming Cobalt Capital, Patrick founded and profitably grew the Keanall Group of Companies, a leading North American manufacturer and distributor of after-market gas grill parts and accessories to the recreational and home improvement retail market. Keanall operated three diversified manufacturing facilities in North America and established international sourcing relationships, including procurement and value-add manufacturing, with leading edge suppliers located in North America, Asia and Europe. Keanall was the recipient of numerous vendor awards from many of North America’s leading retailers in recognition of its excellence in overall vendor performance. The Keanall Group was acquired by a large publicly traded North American manufacturer of home products in January 2002 as part of a well planned exit strategy. With specific expertise in consumer products marketing, supply chain management and mass retail, Patrick is also active as an investor in, board member of, and advisor to other private businesses, including other North American consumer products companies.