Gardner Standard LLC

Gardner Standard is a family-owned private equity firm with a strong heritage of investing in complex and challenging situations. We specialize in transactions where legal, financial, or operational challenges deter other buyers—turning obstacles into opportunities through hands-on execution and long-term value creation. INVESTMENT CRITERIA We seek investment opportunities with revenues up to $150 million, with no minimum requirement for add-on acquisitions. While we have a strong preference for industries such as aerospace & defense, manufacturing, and engineered products, we remain industry-agnostic for the right opportunity. TRANSACTION TYPES We focus on complex transactions, including special situations involving operational or financial distress, restructurings, and turnarounds. We have extensive experience in businesses with legal challenges, such as on-going litigation, environmental concerns, asbestos exposure, product liability, recalls, and warranty claims. Additionally, we actively pursue corporate carve-outs, acquiring non-core or orphaned business units that can benefit from our operational expertise. At Gardner Standard, we excel where others shy away. If you come across a complex transaction that requires speed and a certainty of closing, let’s talk.