Private equity firm HPS Investment Partners completed the acquisition of Marlin Business Services, a nationwide provider of capital solutions to small businesses, for $282m. “We are pleased to have successfully concluded the transaction with HPS which has delivered significant value to Marlin’s shareholders. We’re excited to be part of the Global Leasing Platforms which will create new opportunities for us to better serve our equipment dealers & manufacturer partners and expand into new markets. Our focus on providing fast & flexible financing solutions to small businesses has been a key driver of Marlin’s success and we will continue to improve & innovate on the experience we provide to customers & partners," Jeffrey A. Hilzinger, Marlin Business Services President and CEO.