Pacific Mercantile Bank extended $2.3 million in financing to Direct Edge Media consisting of a $1.7 million term loan for acquisition financing and $600,000 in equipment financing.

Based in Orange, CA, Direct Edge Media is a print media shop offering graphic design services and printing services.

In March 2016, Direct Edge Media completed the acquisition of Great Big Color, a large- and grand-format printing company based in Denver, which advanced the company’s goal to develop a nationwide production footprint.

“We were not happy with our prior relationships with larger national and regional banks,” said Ryan Brueckner, CEO of Direct Edge Media. “We have built Direct Edge Media by exceeding our clients’ expectations and providing them with expertise that enables their businesses to succeed, and we were looking for a banking partner that could do the same for us. We felt very comfortable with Pacific Mercantile Bank, their commitment to understanding our business, and their ability to support our financial needs as we continue to grow our business.”

“Direct Edge Media has built a sterling reputation for industry leading quality and proprietary client solutions with innovative graphic design, printing and fulfillment,” said Tom Vertin, president and CEO of Pacific Mercantile Bank. “With the recent expansion of its production capacity and capabilities, Direct Edge Media is entering an exciting new phase of growth, and we look forward to helping the company continue to build its franchise.”