Merit Capital Partners has managed over $2 billion of capital since 1993 through seven institutionally sponsored limited partnerships. Merit invests both equity and mezzanine capital in middle-market companies principally in manufacturing, distribution and services industries. Merit focuses on recapitalizations and buyout transactions, primarily in partnership with family-owned companies, existing owner-managers, and with independent sponsors. The firm will continue to invest in high quality, established businesses with strong management teams and carefully conceived operating strategies. For more information on Merit Capital Partners, please visit www.meritcapital.com.