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Monogram Capital Partners

North America, California, United States, Beverly Hills

Description

Monogram Capital Partners is a prominent private equity firm based in Beverly Hills, California, singularly focused on the dynamic consumer and retail sectors. Established in 2014, the firm has rapidly grown to manage over $1 billion in assets under management, demonstrating a significant commitment to its specialized investment thesis. Monogram's strategy centers on identifying and partnering with high-growth, disruptive brands that exhibit strong unit economics and cultivate passionate customer bases. They engage across various investment stages, including growth equity, control buyouts, and recapitalizations, providing flexible capital solutions to founders and management teams.

The firm's investment approach is highly collaborative, emphasizing a partnership model where Monogram provides more than just capital. They offer strategic guidance, operational expertise, and support in areas such as talent acquisition, supply chain optimization, and M&A, aiming to accelerate the growth and market penetration of their portfolio companies. Monogram's sector focus is broad within consumer, encompassing categories like food and beverage, health and wellness, beauty and personal care, apparel and accessories, home and lifestyle, and the burgeoning pet and digital/e-commerce segments. This diversified yet specialized approach allows them to capture opportunities across the evolving consumer landscape.

Monogram Capital Partners typically deploys initial equity checks ranging from $10 million to over $100 million, making them a suitable partner for a wide spectrum of emerging and established consumer brands seeking significant capital infusion for expansion. Their most recent fund, Monogram Capital Partners Fund IV, closed in July 2023 with $683 million in commitments, further solidifying their capacity to execute substantial investments. The firm's consistent focus on consumer-centric businesses, combined with their hands-on operational support, positions them as a strategic ally for brands aiming for scalable and sustainable growth within competitive markets.

Investor Profile

Monogram Capital Partners has backed more than 24 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 12 rounds, about 50% of its total and boasts 2 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series B, Series C, Series A rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on Food and Beverage, Health Care, Food Processing.
  • Typical check size: $10M – $100M.

Stage Focus

  • Series B (33%)
  • Series C (21%)
  • Series A (17%)
  • Seed (8%)
  • Series Unknown (8%)
  • Convertible Note (4%)
  • Series F (4%)
  • Private Equity (4%)

Country Focus

  • United States (100%)

Industry Focus

  • Food And Beverage
  • Health Care
  • Food Processing
  • Consumer Goods
  • Organic Food
  • E-commerce
  • Child Care
  • Wine And Spirits
  • Wellness
  • Delivery
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Monogram Capital Partners frequently co-invest with?

Blueberry Ventures
North America, California, United States, Belvedere Tiburon
Co-Investments: 3
Imaginary Ventures
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
Almanac Insights
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
Fifth Wall
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Co-Investments: 2
AF Ventures
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 4
Collaborative Fund
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
GroundForce Capital
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Co-Investments: 4
Boulder Food Group ('BFG')
North America, Colorado, United States, Boulder
Co-Investments: 3
Emil Capital Partners
North America, Connecticut, United States, Greenwich
Co-Investments: 3
Lerer Hippeau
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2

Which angels does Monogram Capital Partners often collaborate with?

KM
North America, Arizona, United States, Phoenix
Shared Deals: 1
Abel Makkonen Tesfaye
North America, Ontario, Canada, Toronto
Shared Deals: 1
JT
North America, California, United States, Encinitas
Shared Deals: 1
David Bowden
North America, Pennsylvania, United States
Shared Deals: 1
RB
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1
Kelly Slater
Asia, Maldives
Shared Deals: 1
KH
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1
CA
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1
JB
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Shared Deals: 1
JL
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Monogram Capital Partners?

VIOLETTE_FR

New York, New York, United States

VIOLETTE_FR is a beauty brand that offers a range of skin care products with online services.

BeautyCosmeticsE-Commerce
Series BDec 3, 2024
PreciTaste AI

New York, New York, United States

PreciTaste AI, a leader in Restaurant AI, offers market-proven kitchen management software to drive crew productivity and maximize profits.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Food and BeverageInternet of ThingsMachine LearningProductivity ToolsSoftware
Series AAug 9, 2022
Amount Raised: $24,000,000
Koia

Los Angeles, California, United States

Koia is a food and beverage company that specializes in the production of plant-based protein drinks.

Alternative ProteinFood and BeverageManufacturingOrganic Food
Convertible NoteApr 15, 2022
OLIPOP

Oakland, California, United States

OLIPOP is the clinically backed consumer beverage that meets consumer’s real-world taste preferences in a delicious tonic.

Food and BeverageHealth Care
Series BFeb 1, 2022
Amount Raised: $30,000,000
Flying Embers Hard Kombucha

Ojai, California, United States

Flying Embers is the first better-for-you alcohol platform that delivers great tasting beverages including kombucha, craft beer, & more.

Food and BeverageWine And Spirits
Series CJan 19, 2022
Amount Raised: $20,000,000
Foxtrot

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Foxtrot is a mobile app that lets customers shop a curated collection of drinks, food, and everyday essentials.

Consumer GoodsDeliveryE-CommerceShopping
Series CJan 11, 2022
Amount Raised: $100,000,000
Dig Inn

New York, New York, United States

We serve real food—mostly vegetables—that's grown by farmers, cooked by chefs, and inspired by the seasons. 🥕

Customer ServiceInternetRestaurants
Series FOct 27, 2021
Amount Raised: $65,000,000
Mixlab

New York, New York, United States

Mixlab is a pet pharmacy.

Health CarePetPharmaceutical
Series AAug 2, 2021
Amount Raised: $20,000,000
Foundry Brands

Austin, Texas, United States

Foundry Brands is a platform that supports and acquires online brands.

Consumer GoodsE-Commerce
Private EquityJul 12, 2021
Amount Raised: $100,000,000
Foxtrot

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Foxtrot is a mobile app that lets customers shop a curated collection of drinks, food, and everyday essentials.

Consumer GoodsDeliveryE-CommerceShopping
Series BFeb 22, 2021
Amount Raised: $42,000,000