Our Co-CEOs

Our Co-CEOs

Co-CEOs Charting a New Course with a Unified Vision

As Co-CEOs, David Millstone and David Winter are forging a path as pioneers, innovators, and entrepreneurs in defining the next generation of multinational corporations.

We offer world class solutions that enable the people who depend on them to focus on what matters most. We do this by investing in exceptional talent and taking a long-term approach to building businesses. Our companies are leaders in delivering product excellence, exceptional customer experiences and marketing innovation.

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David Millstone

Co-Chief Executive Officer

David J. Millstone is co-Chief Executive Officer of Standard Industries, a privately-held, global industrial business.

With over 20,000 employees and operations in more than 80 countries, Standard Industries’ businesses span a broad array of holdings, technologies and investments—including both public and private companies from early to late-stage—as well as world-class building solutions, performance materials, real estate, logistics and next-generation solar technology. Its operating companies include GAF, BMI, Grace, GAF Energy, Siplast, SGI, Schiedel and Standard Logistics, as well as Standard Investments and Winter Properties.

Mr. Millstone is a graduate of Yale College and Harvard Law School and currently serves on the University Council at Yale and the Board of Advisors of the Harvard Law School Program on Corporate Governance. With his wife, Jennifer, he is active in supporting a number of civic organizations, including the Partnership for Public Service, the 92nd Street Y, the Fortune Society and the Bard Prison Initiative.

David Winter

Co-Chief Executive Officer

David S. Winter is co-Chief Executive Officer of Standard Industries, a privately-held, global industrial business.

With over 20,000 employees and operations in more than 80 countries, Standard Industries’ businesses span a broad array of holdings, technologies and investments—including both public and private companies from early to late-stage—as well as world-class building solutions, performance materials, logistics, real estate and next-generation solar technology. Its operating companies include GAF, BMI, Grace, GAF Energy, Siplast, SGI, Schiedel, and Standard Logistics, as well as Standard Investments and Winter Properties.

Mr. Winter is involved in various civic and charitable endeavors, including serving on the Board of Directors of Conservation International and on the Board of Trustees for The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Carnegie Hall. He is also a Trustee of the New York City Police Foundation and on the Board of Directors of the Partnership for New York City. Mr. Winter is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and resides in New York City with his four children.

As Co-CEOs, David Millstone and David Winter are forging a path as pioneers, innovators, and entrepreneurs in defining the next generation of multinational corporations.

We offer world class solutions that enable the people who depend on them to focus on what matters most. We do this by investing in exceptional talent and taking a long-term approach to building businesses. Our companies are leaders in delivering product excellence, exceptional customer experiences and marketing innovation.

David Millstone is co-Chief Executive Officer of Standard Industries, a privately-held, global industrial business.

Standard Industries is a global industrial company with 15,000 employees in over 80 countries. Its industry leading businesses include GAF, BMI Group, Schiedel, Siplast, SGI and GAF Energy. Key related investment businesses include strategic investment firm 40 North and Winter Properties, a real estate investment management and development company. Through R&D, innovation, supply chain enhancement and social impact efforts we are leading the transformation of our industries. Learn more at www.standardindustries.com

David Winter is co-Chief Executive Officer of Standard Industries, a privately-held, global industrial business.

Standard Industries is a global industrial company with 15,000 employees in over 80 countries. Its industry leading businesses include GAF, BMI Group, Schiedel, Siplast, SGI and GAF Energy. Key related investment businesses include strategic investment firm 40 North and Winter Properties, a real estate investment management and development company. Through R&D, innovation, supply chain enhancement and social impact efforts we are leading the transformation of our industries. Learn more at www.standardindustries.com