Responsibility

At Audax Private Debt, responsible practices have been integral to our investment strategy and embedded in the firm’s culture since the firm’s founding. We are committed to keeping the best interests of our partners and investors at the forefront, and believe diverse perspectives, a focus on long-term investment horizons, and ethical business practices can help support risk-adjusted returns.

Responsible Investing

It is our belief that maintaining sound, responsible investment practices has the potential to improve performance while promoting a positive impact on the communities within which we operate. By embracing these factors, we believe we strengthen our ability to build better businesses, create long-term value, and help drive risk-adjusted returns.

Oversight

Our Responsible Investment Committee includes the President of Audax Private Debt, three Managing Directors, and our Director of Responsible Investment. The Committee oversees the implementation of our Responsible Investment Policy and assesses the quality and consistency of our approach to responsible investing, risk management, and value creation.

Responsible Investing Annual Report

Our 2024 Responsible Investing Annual Report for Audax Private Debt provides an update on firm-level initiatives and portfolio-level metrics. To request a copy of the report, please email us at PDLPRequests@audaxprivatedebt.com.

Carbon Emissions
Waste & Hazardous Materials Management
Energy Management & Resource Efficiency
Water & Wastewater Management
Ecological Impacts

Workforce Development & Engagement
Supply Chain Management
Employee Practices
Product Quality & Safety

Data Privacy and Security
Business Ethics & Professional Integrity
Management of the Legal & Regulatory Environment
Risk Management
Management Policies

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

We aim to create a culture and environment that attracts and helps to cultivate talent and supports our ability to deliver attractive returns to our investors. It is our belief that the strength of our business lies in the diversity of thought, experience, and backgrounds of our team. Through fostering a culture of respect, opportunity, and engagement, we aim to achieve positive, long-term outcomes for our investors, clients, employees, and the communities we serve.

Annual Women's Forum for College Students
Audax Private Debt Women's Network (APDWN)
Mentorship Programs
Internship Opportunities
Employee Referral Program
Wellness Programs & Partnerships

Internal Resource Center
Unconscious Bias Training
Heritage Month Programming
Team Specific Training Sessions

Semi-annual Community Service Days
Speaker Sessions
Audax Supported Personal Volunteer Days
Audax Charitable Match Program

Community Engagement

Audax Private Debt - Community Engagement

Audax dedicates time, resources, and expertise to support a wide array of nonprofit and charitable organizations across Boston, San Francisco, New York, and the local communities in which our businesses operate.

Non-Profit Support

We are proud to support a number of nonprofit organizations in our local communities and globally.

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