Integrators AVI-SPL and Whitlock have merged after Marlin Equity Partners (Marlin) completed its acquisition of AVI-SPL.
Marlin, already the owner of Whitlock, will combine the companies under the name
AVI-SPL. Private equity firm H.I.G. Capital partnered with Marlin in the transaction and
will hold a minority stake in the combined company.
Alex Beregovsky, a managing director
at Marlin, said: “The combined company significantly benefits from deeper resources and enhanced
local presence that will fuel communication and collaboration, while offering a world-class experience for
remote working, distance learning, meeting rooms, and more.”
John Zettel, CEO of AVI-SPL,
added that he was thrilled the company was partnering with Marlin.
Legacy Whitlock
customers will now have access to AVI-SPL’s 24/7 Global Services Operation Centers, as
well as remote management and monitoring capabilities provided by AVI-SPL Symphony, the company’s proprietary offering.