AmeriWater, a Portfolio Company of Edgewater Capital Partners, Appoints Doug Lohse as Chief Executive Officer
DAYTON, Ohio, February 5, 2025 — AmeriWater, an industry leader in the design, manufacture, installation and supply of water purification systems and services for dialysis, industrial and healthcare applications, today announced the appointment of Doug Lohse as Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Lohse succeeds former CEO, Dennis Mahoney, who will remain on the company’s Board of Directors.
Mr. Lohse is a proven executive with 25 years of leadership experience in multiple industries. His background includes global roles in sales, channel management, product management, and general management in the life science and telecommunications business units of Corning Incorporated (NYSE: GLW). He most recently served as Chief Executive Officer of private equity backed Avidity Science, where he led the development and execution of Avidity’s growth strategy resulting in a successful exit to ATS Corporation (NYSE: ATS, TSX: ATS) in November 2023.
“Doug’s extensive leadership experience and proven success in driving growth make him the ideal choice to lead AmeriWater into its next phase of expansion and innovation,” said Ryan Meany, Managing Partner at Edgewater Capital Partners. “We are confident that under his leadership, AmeriWater will continue to deliver exemplary water purification solutions while enhancing its impact across the healthcare and industrial markets.”
“AmeriWater is a tremendous company with an amazing team supporting critical clinical and industrial applications,” said Mr. Lohse. “I am both humbled and excited to be joining AmeriWater as CEO and grateful for the opportunity to help our company become an even better version of itself.”
About AmeriWater
AmeriWater is an industry leader in the design, manufacture, installation and supply of water treatment equipment and services. Our combination of top-quality products and services with a commitment to customer service makes AmeriWater an industry leader. AmeriWater’s broad portfolio of custom and standard products include reverse osmosis, deionizers, filters, softeners, cooling tower filters and complete water treatment systems for dialysis. Products are duly certified and meet the most stringent FDA, ISO, Health Canada, Seismic and IEC/UL standards. Based in Dayton, Ohio, AmeriWater has a wide network of certified dealers located across the USA, Mexico and Canada, providing installation and around-the-clock service, seven days a week. Learn more at www.ameriwater.com.
About Edgewater Capital
Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Edgewater Capital Partners is a sector-focused private equity firm investing in lower middle-market performance materials and services businesses. The firm has extensive experience in investing in the people, technology, and facilities to accelerate the growth trajectory of niche manufacturers of specialty chemicals, life sciences, advanced materials, and engineered components. Over twenty years of industry specific investing has allowed the firm to develop a deep understanding of the complexities and nuances common to these businesses. For more information on Edgewater Capital Partners, visit www.edgewatercapital.com.