Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Industrial Manufacturing Media & Insights
Founded in 1928, Gardner Publcatns has served as a premier publisher for the manufacturing industry. Our family-owned business spans three generations, combining deep industry knowledge with innovative media solutions. We deliver trusted content through magazines, digital platforms, and events tailored to industrial manufacturing professionals. Our team of experts prioritizes client success by aligning editorial insights with marketing strategies. With decades of experience, we maintain a commitment to quality, adaptability, and long-term partnerships.Our audience includes over 350,000 qualified print subscribers and 25 million unique website visitors annually. We specialize in connecting buyers and sellers through targeted media and market intelligence. Our editorial guidelines ensure content remains relevant, accurate, and valuable to readers. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, we operate globally with a focus on North America and Latin America. Our enduring vision emphasizes continuous innovation and service excellence.
Services
Industrial Magazines
Digital Media
Industry Events
Market Research
Advertising Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1928
Highlights and features
- We have over 95 years of experience serving the manufacturing industry.
- Our family-owned business combines multi-generational expertise with innovation.
- We offer comprehensive media solutions reaching 25 million annual website visitors.
- Our team includes industry specialists with deep manufacturing and media knowledge.
- We maintain global partnerships while focusing on localized market needs.
What people say
Industry leader
Expert editorial content
Global connections
Family values
Audience reach
Services
Industrial Magazines
Our industrial magazines provide in-depth technical articles, industry trends, and expert analysis tailored to manufacturing professionals. Covering sectors like metalworking and plastics, these publications combine 95+ years of editorial excellence with modern insights. Each edition targets specific manufacturing niches through brands like Modern Machine Shop and Plastics Technology.
Digital Media
Digital media solutions include websites, newsletters, and video platforms delivering real-time manufacturing updates. Our platforms reach 25 million unique visitors annually with searchable technical resources and interactive content. These tools combine Gardner's journalistic heritage with modern digital engagement strategies to maximize audience reach.
Industry Events
Industry events connect manufacturing professionals through conferences, expos, and networking opportunities. Our events combine expert-led programming with exhibitor showcases across specialties like additive manufacturing and precision machining. With decades of experience, we create environments for meaningful business connections and technology demonstrations.
Market Research
Market research services provide actionable intelligence on manufacturing trends, purchasing behaviors, and emerging technologies. Our Gardner Intelligence division delivers data-driven reports and consulting services based on 95+ years of industry observation. Clients gain insights into market positioning and competitive landscapes through specialized analytical tools.
Advertising Solutions
Advertising solutions help manufacturers reach target audiences through print, digital, and event-based platforms. Our consultative approach creates integrated campaigns across multiple media channels. With expertise in both traditional and modern marketing, we develop strategies that align with clients' business objectives while maintaining editorial integrity.
People
Rick Kline Jr.
President
Rick Kline Jr. leads as president and fourth-generation co-owner, leveraging deep knowledge of U.S. manufacturing supply chains and global relationships. With decades of industry experience, he maintains a strategic focus on expanding the company's market leadership.
Melissa Kline Skavlem
Chief Culture Officer
Melissa Kline Skavlem serves as Chief Culture Officer and board secretary, overseeing organizational culture and community engagement. She brings extensive family business governance experience and active involvement in Cincinnati community organizations.
Allison Kline Miller
Chief Experience Officer
Allison Kline Miller directs event operations and marketing strategies with 20+ years of experience in industrial event management. She has developed successful programs for industry conferences and exhibitions while maintaining bilingual communication capabilities.
Jeff Sloan
EVP, Content
Jeff Sloan oversees editorial content across all brands with 30+ years in technical publishing. His expertise spans composites, plastics, and additive manufacturing, with extensive speaking engagements at industry events and leadership in digital content transformation.
Claude Mas
Executive Director of International Business
Claude Mas manages international business development with focus on Mexico and Latin America. His cross-cultural expertise and global network support strategic expansion initiatives while maintaining operational excellence across international markets.
Questions
What media solutions do you offer for manufacturers?
We provide industrial magazines, digital platforms, trade events, market research, and targeted advertising across manufacturing sectors like metalworking and plastics.
How long have you served the manufacturing industry?
Since 1928, we've delivered trusted media solutions, making us one of the oldest continuously operating manufacturing media companies in North America.
What geographic markets do you cover?
While headquartered in Cincinnati, our focus spans North America with expanding international reach in Mexico and Latin America through specialized media brands.
What makes your media different from competitors?
Our family-owned heritage combines multi-generational industry knowledge with modern media strategies, creating authentic connections between manufacturers and their audiences.
Do you offer digital media solutions?
Yes, we provide comprehensive digital platforms including websites, newsletters, webinars, and analytics tools to complement our print and event offerings.
