Distinct Approach
Ark MFG isn’t a private equity fund. Our approach is different—you’ll find us to be good stewards of your business. Instead of acquiring and quickly exiting for short-term gain, our plan is to hold, improve, and reinvigorate the culture and environment of each company we acquire. We focus on building better companies with happier, more productive employees where everyone benefits.
Ark MFG, CEO
Leadership
Gian Carlo holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from Florida International University, one of the nation’s fastest-growing universities, and completed the Owner/President Management Program (OPM) at Harvard Business School. His career began at AmeriKooler. In 2013, he was named President and CEO, and led the company to national prominence as the fastest-growing and one of the largest privately-owned manufacturers of cold storage products.
Under his leadership, AmeriKooler has received numerous industry awards, including recognitions for highest growth and top 10 vendor status among major buying groups. Gian Carlo himself has been honored by the South Florida Business Journal with the Apogee Award in the Chairman category for Miami-Dade, as well as the Up and Comer Award in 2017, and was listed in their prestigious 40 Under 40. Additionally, he has been recognized for his philanthropic contributions, earning the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Man and Woman of the Year trophy and being celebrated by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation for outstanding support.
With over a century of family tradition in manufacturing, Gian Carlo founded Ark MFG to redefine American manufacturing. His focus on stewardship, reinvestment, and cultural enhancement across Ark MFG’s portfolio companies is designed to create lasting value, foster opportunities for employees, and uplift local communities. As Ark MFG scales, Gian Carlo’s commitment to excellence, integrity, and innovation continues to drive his mission of elevating U.S.-based manufacturing to new heights.
Driving innovation and success.
Our Mission
At Ark MFG, we unlock the full potential of U.S. manufacturing by revitalizing companies through strong stewardship and operational excellence. We lead a manufacturing renaissance that benefits employees, families, and communities. Guided by our core values—integrity, stewardship, humility, talent, faithfulness, intensity, and growth—we create a customer-focused, frictionless experience that empowers people and drives lasting success.
Our Vision
Ark MFG aims to be the leader in U.S. manufacturing, proving its high-value potential through innovation, technology, and sustainability. Our vision is to redefine manufacturing as a future-focused industry that creates value for employees, communities, and the economy. We are building a vibrant, respected, and profitable sector that attracts top talent and sets new standards in responsible practices. Ark MFG will inspire the next generation and lead the charge in making American manufacturing the benchmark for excellence.