Original sentence: However, the Kentucky Secretary of State lists Merus Holdings Corporation in "Bad" standing and public notices were filed in 2006 that declared intent to seek protection under federal bankruptcy laws and that employees would go unpaid.In 2008, the Marriage Equality USA PAC, which Palmer briefly served as a member of the board of directors, described him "notable for founding several successful American companies (and serving as their chief executive officer) including Merus Holdings Corporation, and the Hotel Ivy lodging chain.Jordan Palmer is an American social activist and the founder of the Kentucky Equality Federation..  Palmer has made claims of business success that appear to conflict with government records and public notices.Organizations affiliated with Mr.Palmer have listed him as being a successful businessman and hotel owner.Palmer is currently the president of Records Removal Service, which claims to help people clear their criminal record.Records Removal Service has received an F rating from the Better Business Bureau of Lexington Kentucky
Edited sentence: Jordan Palmer is an American social activist and the founder of the Kentucky Equality Federation