Merion Investment Partners

What is Merion Investment Partners?

Founded in 2003, Merion Investment Partners is a mezzanine capital fund licensed by the Small Business Administration as a Small Business Investment Company (SBIC). They focus on investing in growing, middle market firms particularly in the Mid-Atlantic region.

The fund mainly targets companies with at least $10 million in revenue, strong cash flow, and a minimum EBITDA of $1.5 million, with an investment size typically ranging between $3 and $10 million. Merion Investment Partners is made up of a management team with a history in mezzanine lending, having established a unit within Mellon Bank.

Their investment portfolio spans various industries including Business services, Specialty manufacturing, Healthcare products and services, and Technology companies with proven products and markets.

Merion invests in mezzanine debt with equity features, aiming to support companies that have strong growth potential, solid management teams, and a strategic competitive advantage in sectors expected to grow.They provide innovative financing solutions which are responsive to the needs of borrowers, understanding the importance of a successful transaction and a positive experience for sponsors.

Their services also appeal to independent sponsors due to Merion's familiarity with this model and the benefits it offers. For entrepreneurs looking to fund growth or new product launches, or to complete acquisitions, Merion offers mezzanine debt as an alternative to equity financing.

The firm is supported by world-class investors and claims a track record of fostering significant revenue growth in companies they finance.

They emphasize their experience in driving growth and aiding in the successful exits from their portfolio companies.

Merion's problem-solving approach and flexibility in providing capital structure solutions are among the reasons why their client testimonials reflect satisfaction with the partnership and support provided during complex transactions, even amid challenging times like the pandemic.