Buyout of Amenity Supplier

Aug 15th, 2008
Jeff Falk
Allied Capital Corporation announced that it has committed $51 million to support the buyout of Gilchrist & Soames by Swander Pace Capital, a private equity group. Allied Capital's investment took the form of a senior unitranche debt facility and a revolving line of credit that was undrawn at closing. Gilchrist & Soames is a leading supplier of branded luxury personal care products and amenities for the hotel industry, including specialty soaps, shampoos, bath gels, spa products and other necessities.
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