EL SEGUNDO, Calif., October 14, 2005 – Marlin Equity Partners today announced the acquisition of Intuitive Manufacturing Systems, Inc., a Kirkland, WA-based provider of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software and services to small and mid-size manufacturing companies.

David McGovern, Managing Director of Marlin Equity Partners, said, “The acquisition of Intuitive complements Marlin’s strategy of investing in businesses with strong installed customer bases, proven management teams, and attractive growth prospects. Intuitive is well positioned for continued growth and success through its market leading Microsoft .NET technology and development plan, its strong customer base and its outstanding management team.”

Chuck Gillam will ...

EL SEGUNDO, Calif., August 22, 2005 – Marlin Equity Partners (“Marlin”) today announced the closing of Marlin Equity Partners, LP and its affiliated investment partnerships.

Marlin Equity Partners is a private equity firm focused on providing corporate parents, shareholders, and other stakeholders with tailored solutions that meet their business and liquidity needs in special situations. Marlin primarily invests in businesses that are in the process of undergoing varying degrees of operational, financial or market-driven change where its capital base, industry relationships, and extensive network of operational resources will significantly improve a company’s outlook and enhance value.

Marlin was founded by ...