Apotheo Capital (“Apotheo” or “the Firm”) today announced its launch as an integrated financial advisory and private capital firm focused on complex situations. Apotheo was founded on a clear conviction: in high-stakes financial transactions, an advisor’s objective should be to achieve the ultimate success for its clients.

The 644 commercial Chapter 11 bankruptcy filings in April 2026 represented a 42% increase over the 454 filings recorded in April 2025, according to data provided by Epiq AACER, the leading provider of United States bankruptcy filing data.

Anaergia Inc., a global provider of integrated waste to-value solutions today announced that it has entered into a credit agreement (the “Credit Agreement”) with National Bank of Canada (the “Bank”), as lender, for a revolving credit facility in the maximum principal amount of $20,000,000 (the “Credit Facility”), with an option to increase the maximum principal amount by up to $10,000,000.

First Business Bank's Asset-Based Lending team announces the successful structuring and commitment of $7 million in financing to support the acquisition of full ownership in an aviation staffing company based in Minnesota.

The Cosine Group, a division of Armory Securities, is excited to congratulate its client Quark Software (“Quark”), a pioneer in AI-powered content solutions and design software, on its acquisition by Zax.AI (“Zax”), a software-focused investor and acquiror. The acquisition reinforces Zax’s commitment to investing in proven software products with loyal customer bases and accelerating their growth through customer-focused innovation.

Southstar Capital is pleased to announce the closing of a $750,000 invoice factoring facility for a North Carolina-based construction company specializing in fiber optic directional drilling. The company supports telecommunications infrastructure projects and works with established contractors on ongoing installation and development initiatives.

Monroe Capital LLC (“Monroe”) announced it acted as sole lead arranger and administrative agent on the funding of a senior credit facility to support the strategic growth investment in Lindsey Systems (“Lindsey”) by private equity sponsor First Reserve.

Alleon Healthcare Capital, LLC (“Alleon”), a specialty finance company focused on providing healthcare accounts receivable financing, medical accounts receivable factoring, and cash flow solutions to medical providers across the United States, recently closed a $500,000 medical accounts receivable financing facility with a mental health and substance use disorder treatment provider operating in New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Tennessee (the “Company”).

In today’s hiring environment, workforce integrity is no longer a back-office concern. It sits at the center of every successful organization’s talent strategy. As compliance requirements increase and hiring risks become more complex, employers are relying heavily on technology-enabled background screening providers to make confident, data-driven decisions.

Archway is pleased to welcome Michael Goletz to Archway. Based in Indianapolis, Goletz will lead Archway's efforts to expand Archway’s presence across the Midwest, sourcing and structuring customized financing solutions for middle-market companies.

Hercules Capital, Inc. (NYSE: HTGC) (“Hercules,” “Hercules Capital,” or the “Company”), the largest and leading specialty financing provider to innovative venture, growth and established stage companies backed by some of the leading and top-tier venture capital and select private equity firms, today announced a strategic evolution of its executive leadership team to accelerate its next phase of growth and operational scaling.

Stellus Capital Management, LLC ("Stellus") announced today that its affiliates provided senior debt financing and an equity co-investment in support of Catchment Capital's ("Catchment") strategic investment in Vertech Industrial Systems ("Vertech" or the "Company"), an innovative process automation and digital systems integrator.

Buyerlink, a leading online auction marketplace for performance-based marketing, today announced it has secured a $40 million senior secured credit facility with Zions Bancorporation, N.A., dba California Bank & Trust.

Dwight Funding, a modern asset-based lender providing flexible working capital support to scaling consumer brands, is pleased to announce select transactions from Q2, 2026.

Parafin, a leading embedded financial infrastructure company recently named to the 2026 Forbes Fintech 50, today announced the renewal and upsizing of its warehouse credit facility. With Silicon Valley Bank, a division of First Citizens Bank (SVB); EverBank, which joins as a new A-note lender; and Trinity Capital Inc. (NASDAQ: TRIN), the expanded facility increases Parafin’s borrowing capacity and reduces its cost of capital.

Foothills Capital Advisory is pleased to announce the successful closing of a term loan and line of credit facility for Top Pot Doughnuts & Coffee, the iconic Seattle-based premium doughnut and coffee brand known for its handcrafted products, loyal customer base, and multi-channel retail and wholesale platform.

Briar Capital Real Estate Fund (www.BriarCapital.com) is pleased to announce the closing of a $10,312,500 real estate term loan secured by two owner-occupied cold storage and food processing facilities in Florida.

Specialty finance industry veteran and risk management specialist Amity Mercado recently announced the launch of Countify Capital, where she will serve as Chief Executive Officer. The specialty lending firm provides flexible capital solutions for startups, small businesses, and middle-market companies across the United States, offering factoring and asset-based lending (ABL) facilities up to $10 million.

CohnReznick, a leading professional services firm, announced today that Justin Ricketts has joined the firm as Chief Technology Officer. Based in Dallas, Ricketts will focus on accelerating the firm’s technology strategy, enhancing digital capabilities, and delivering innovative, client-centric solutions that support the firm’s continued growth.

Hidden River Strategic Capital ("Hidden River") announced that it has closed its tenth platform investment in its inaugural fund, Hidden River Strategic Capital I, LP, through an investment in Nipples, Elbows & Couplings, Inc. ("NEC"). Headquartered in Houston, TX, NEC is a leading manufacturer of PVC-coated electrical conduit and fittings serving infrastructure end markets including wastewater, midstream energy, and datacenters.