Overview
AEL offers inbound logistics, warehousing, re-packing, labeling, and delivery to large manufacturers across the United States. AEL uses integrated technology and tailored strategies (18- to 24-month lead time) to serve specific needs of major Tier 1 customers (e.g., ThyssenKrupp, Cummins Inc., and Lear Corp).
Impact Thesis
AEL is a minority-owned business with over 400 employees. Many of AEL’s current employees were sourced through the company’s partnerships with local resource groups tasked with hiring from underserved communities. Following Arctaris’ investment, AEL added 33 new living-wage jobs and the lowest wage at the company increased 92%.