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Martin Landscaping goes 100% employee-owned

PRIVATENov 06, 2026

Acquiring Company

Hansen Family Office

Acquired Company

Martin Landscaping

CharlotteEmployee BenefitsConstruction

Description

Charlotte-based Martin Landscaping has transitioned to 100% employee ownership through an ESOP transaction with Hansen Family Office, ending more than four decades of family ownership. Owners Lisa Markus and David Martin will step back from daily operations while remaining involved with the company. Viking Mergers & Acquisitions advised the owners through a competitive sale process that drew more than 200 prospective buyers.

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Company Information

Company

Hansen Family Office

About

Hansen Family Office partners with privately held businesses to facilitate transitions to employee ownership through Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs). The firm has acquired more than a dozen companies and draws on a network of more than 1,100 experienced operators. It is led by Zach Hansen.

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Who acquired Martin Landscaping?

Martin Landscaping was acquired by Hansen Family Office. The deal was reported on November 6, 2026. Hansen Family Office partners with privately held businesses to facilitate transitions to employee ownership through Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs). Hansen Family Office is privately held and operates in Employee Benefits.

When did Hansen Family Office acquire Martin Landscaping?

Hansen Family Office's acquisition of Martin Landscaping was reported on November 6, 2026. Charlotte-based Martin Landscaping has transitioned to 100% employee ownership through an ESOP transaction with Hansen Family Office, ending more than four decades of family ownership. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.

What does Martin Landscaping do?

Martin Landscaping is a Charlotte-based seeding and erosion control subcontractor founded in April 1980. It serves commercial and infrastructure projects across the Charlotte region, including airports, roadways, utilities, landfills, and parks. It is privately held, operating in Construction, and is based in Charlotte.

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