E x p e r i e n c e | S e c u r i t y | C o n s i s t e n c y Overview of Merger Between Horizon Technology Finance Corporation (HRZN) and Monroe Capital Corporation (MRCC) August 7, 2025 1 Forward-Looking Statements and Disclaimers Unless otherwise stated, all financial information and other data presented in this presentation is as of June 30, 2025. Forward-Looking Statements Some of the statements in this presentation constitute forward-looking statements because they relate to future events, future perf ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenue for the first quarter was $286.9 million, a decrease of $10.5 million or 3.5% compared to the first quarter of 2024, primarily due to decreases in admissions per capita and attendance [18][21] - Attendance decreased by approximately 59,000 guests or 1.7% year-over-year, with the Easter shift impacting attendance by approximately 140,000 guests [19][21] - Adjusted EBITDA was $67.4 million, a decrease of $11.7 million compared to the first quarter of 2024, influenced by revenue declines and timing-related expenses [21][22] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In-park per capita spending increased by 1.1%, marking growth for 19 of the last 20 quarters [6][21] - Admission per capita decreased by 4.2%, primarily due to a shift in peak visitation days and a change in the admissions product mix [19][21] - Operating expenses decreased by $3.6 million or 2.2%, attributed to a reduction in non-cash adjustments [20][21] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - April 2025 attendance was up 8.1% compared to April 2024, indicating a positive trend despite the first quarter's challenges [7][18] - Year-to-date attendance through April showed approximately 1.3% growth on a fiscal basis [19] - International ticket sales were up low single digits year-over-year, with group bookings running ahead of the previous year [50][52] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on significant investments in new rides, attractions, and events to enhance guest experiences and drive revenue [7][11] - Discussions are ongoing regarding the integration of branded hotels and unlocking the value of owned real estate [12][72] - The company is pursuing sponsorship opportunities, expecting to generate over $20 million in high-margin revenue over time [14][35] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving new records in revenue and adjusted EBITDA for 2025, with 75% of historical attendance and revenue opportunities still ahead [8][17] - The company is optimistic about the impact of new attractions and events, as well as the potential increase in visitation due to competitive market dynamics [34][65] - Management acknowledged economic uncertainties but emphasized the resilience of their business model [16][61] Other Important Information - The company repurchased 100,000 shares for approximately $4.6 million during the first quarter, indicating confidence in the stock's valuation [16][22] - The net total leverage ratio as of March 31, 2025, was 3.1 times, with total available liquidity of approximately $764 million [15][22] Q&A Session Summary Question: How does the company plan to bridge the first quarter loss to achieve record EBITDA? - Management highlighted strong April performance with attendance up over 8% and emphasized upcoming new rides and attractions as key drivers for growth [30][34] Question: What was the impact of Easter on April's performance? - Management noted that April's attendance benefited from the Easter shift and additional attendance beyond that, indicating a positive trend [41] Question: How is the company addressing international sales and group bookings? - Management reported low single-digit growth in international ticket sales and positive trends in group bookings, indicating a strong outlook [52][54] Question: What are the expectations regarding weather impacts for the year? - Management anticipates more normalized weather patterns compared to the previous year, which experienced significant hurricane impacts [61][62] Question: How is the company managing labor and marketing costs in light of competition? - Management indicated effective management of labor costs despite market pressures and strategic redeployment of marketing expenses to maximize impact [81][84]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenues increased by 4% to $219.6 million compared to $211.2 million in Q1 2024 [6][14] - Income from operations was $16.8 million, including $2.5 million of nonrecurring severance expense, compared to $17 million in Q1 2024 [6][14] - Adjusted EBITDA rose by 5% to $26.6 million, which included $1.1 million of nonrecurring cash severance expense, compared to $25.3 million in Q1 2024 [7][16] - Net income was $15.3 million or $0.15 per diluted share, down from $21.2 million or $0.21 per diluted share in Q1 2024 [15][16] - Adjusted net income was $22.6 million or $0.22 per diluted share, compared to $19.3 million or $0.19 per diluted share in Q1 2024 [16] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Health and wellness centers operated on 199 ships, with an average ship count of 193 for the quarter, compared to 188 ships in Q1 2024 [7][10] - Sales productivity increased due to the introduction of higher value services such as MediSpa, IV therapy, and acupuncture [9][10] - Revenue per passenger per day, weekly revenue, and revenue per staff per day showed growth driven by staff retention and enhanced sales training [10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Cruise line partners experienced strong bookings and onboard spending, with consumers prioritizing cruising as a value alternative [6][8] - Prebooking revenue as a percentage of total revenues remained strong at 23% [10][11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to invest in cruise line and destination resort partnerships, innovate guest experiences, and enhance productivity [5][6] - New health and wellness centers were introduced on Norwegian Cruise Line's first PRIMA plus class ship, with plans for additional centers on eight new ships [8][10] - A new $75 million share repurchase program was approved, extending a previous $50 million program, reflecting the company's commitment to enhancing shareholder value [11][17] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in navigating the dynamic economic environment and reaffirmed annual guidance [6][19] - The company expects high single-digit revenue and adjusted EBITDA growth rates for fiscal 2025 compared to fiscal 2024 [19][20] - Positive trends were noted at the start of Q2, with expectations for continued strong performance [12][20] Other Important Information - The company maintained a strong balance sheet with total cash of $23.8 million after share repurchases and dividend payments [17] - Total debt net of deferred financing costs was $97.4 million, down from $98.6 million at the end of 2024 [17] Q&A Session Summary Question: Understanding spend patterns on board - Management noted that there has not been a significant increase in discounting, and spending continues to increase, with high demand for high-end services [24][25] Question: Full year guidance sensitivity - The low end of the guidance range assumes a moderation in spending on board, but no significant deterioration is currently anticipated [27][29] Question: Pre-booking trends - Pre-booking remains stable at 23%, with no significant pullback from cruise lines in investing to reduce friction in pre-booking engines [33][35] Question: MediSpa performance and potential slowdown - Demand for MediSpa services remains strong, with no early signs of deterioration observed [44][45] Question: Impact of tariffs on spending - No changes in spending activity were noted immediately following tariff announcements, as consumers continued to spend while on board [56][60]