Aptus Aero Appoints Maria Breton as Chief Financial Officer

MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aptus Aero, LLC (“Aptus Aero”), a Stephens Group portfolio company focused on providing component maintenance, repair, and overhaul (“MRO”) services for the aviation industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Maria Breton as Chief Financial Officer. Ms. Breton joins Aptus Aero to partner with CEO Dale Gabel in executing the platform's growth strategy.

Ms. Breton brings significant finance leadership across aviation services, manufacturing, and private equity-backed businesses. She most recently served as CFO at First Aviation Services, Inc., a privately held component MRO and proprietary manufacturing business serving military and private aircraft. Prior to First Aviation, Ms. Breton held various financial leadership roles. She holds an MBA and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting, summa cum laude, from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, and is a Certified Management Accountant (CMA).

“Maria is exactly the financial leader we need to build Aptus Aero into a leading aviation component MRO provider,” said Dale Gabel, CEO of Aptus Aero. “She brings deep experience in aviation finance, a proven track record integrating acquisitions, and the operational rigor required to scale a platform. I am excited to partner with her as we continue executing on our vision.”

“I am thrilled to join Aptus Aero at such a pivotal moment in the platform’s formation,” said Ms. Breton. “Dale’s leadership, Stephens Group’s long-term capital and aerospace experience, and the strong foundation established by the Atlas Aerospace team, create a rare opportunity to build something truly differentiated in the aviation MRO market. I look forward to partnering with Dale and the broader team to support this exciting strategy.”

“Adding Maria to the Aptus Aero leadership team is an important step in building out the platform,” added Jack Nadal, Managing Director at Stephens Group. “Her combination of MRO experience, M&A leadership, and finance transformation expertise, aligns perfectly with the path ahead for Aptus Aero.”

ABOUT APTUS AERO, LLC

Aptus Aero, LLC is a provider of maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for the aviation industry. Formed in 2026 by Stephens Group, Aptus Aero is committed to providing industry leading services by acquiring, investing behind, and growing leading component MRO service providers. Learn more about Aptus Aero at https://www.aptusaero.com/.

ABOUT THE STEPHENS GROUP, LLC

The Stephens Group, LLC is a private investment firm that partners with talented management teams to help build valuable businesses. Backed by the resources of the Witt Stephens, Jr. and Elizabeth Campbell families, the firm combines the operational expertise of a private equity firm with the flexibility provided by long-term capital. With over $2 billion of private equity assets under management, the firm has a long history of providing informed, sophisticated expertise and working with owners and managers to help them successfully achieve their strategic visions and build long-term value. Since 2006, Stephens Group has invested in over 50 companies, targeting investments in industries across the U.S., including industrial products and services, specialty distribution, and vertical software. Learn more about Stephens Group at https://www.stephensgroup.com/.