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Smalls Secures $19 Million in Funding for its Premium Fresh Cat Food Brand

Smalls, a premium fresh cat food brand, has recently secured $19 million in funding from investors to expand its business and reach more cat owners across the United States. The company, which was founded in 2017, has quickly gained popularity among cat owners who are looking for high-quality, nutritious food options for their feline companions.The funding round was led by Left Lane Capital, a growth-stage venture capital firm that focuses on investing in consumer brands. Other investors included Founder Collective, Companion Fund, Story Ventures, and Blue Scorpion Investments. With this

Blackstone Appoints Marshall as Head of 17-Year Direct Lending Division Amid Growing Credit Arm Activity

In a move to expand its direct lending capabilities, Blackstone Group Inc. has appointed former Goldman Sachs executive Marshall Wace as the head of its 17-year-old direct lending division. The move comes as the private equity giant continues to build out its credit arm and make strategic investments in the space. Marshall Wace, who was most recently a managing director at Goldman Sachs, will lead Blackstone’s direct lending division. The division, which has been active since 2003, provides financing to companies that are unable to access traditional bank financing. The