Gardner Standard
Michael Healy's Single Family Office · Brooklyn, New York
$100M estimated AUM
AUM figures are estimates compiled from public sources. How we source our data.
About Gardner Standard
Gardner Standard is a Brooklyn, United States–based single family office founded by Michael Healy, who serves as its founder, president, managing member, and chief executive. The firm is family-owned and invests principally in lower-middle-market companies. Assets are estimated by third parties at roughly $100 million. Healy directs the office's investment activity, which centers on acquiring and holding operating businesses at the smaller end of the private-company spectrum rather than passive portfolio allocation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gardner Standard?
Gardner Standard is a single family office associated with Michael Healy, based in Brooklyn, New York.
Where is Gardner Standard located?
Gardner Standard is based in Brooklyn, New York.
How much does Gardner Standard manage?
Gardner Standard is estimated to oversee approximately $100M in assets. As a private family office it files no public AUM disclosures, so figures are third-party estimates compiled from public sources.