# BDT & MSD Partners > BDT & MSD Partners is a merchant bank that provides strategic advisory services and long-term capital to family- and founder-led business owners. The firm was established in 2023 through the combination of BDT & Company, founded by Byron Trott, and MSD Partners, which managed the capital of Michael Dell and other investors. - URL: https://optimly.ai/brand/bdt-msd-partners - Slug: bdt-msd-partners