Founded in 1996, Monarch Capital Partners focuses on investing in startups that are 4-5 years old, primarily in the United States. The firm has a diverse portfolio of companies, including Four51, MDEverywhere, and Pathfire, with a particular interest in the medical and cloud infrastructure sectors. Led by Bennie Bray, Monarch Capital Partners typically participates in investment rounds with 4-5 other participants and has received funding from sponsors such as Noro-Moseley Partners and U.S. Venture Partners. The firm has a track record of successful exits, with the highest number of exits occurring in 2015. Monarch Capital Partners is known for investing in deals ranging from $10-50 million and is involved in less than 2 investment rounds per year. Compared to other companies, Monarch Capital Partners has a higher rate of exit commitments and has been active in the industry since 2000. Additionally, the firm manages the Monarch Capital Partners Wireless Fund, which focuses on software, SaaS, e-commerce, and TMT sectors. Overall, Monarch Capital Partners is a private equity firm that invests in various sectors, including retail, food and FMCG, and media and technology.