Monroe Capital
Description
Monroe Capital, founded in 2004 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, stands as a prominent private credit asset manager specializing in direct lending to middle-market companies across the United States and Canada. The firm primarily functions as a provider of senior and junior debt, including unitranche, mezzanine, and second lien facilities, alongside equity co-investments. Their strategic focus is on supporting private equity sponsors in leveraged buyouts, recapitalizations, and growth capital initiatives for their portfolio companies, demonstrating a deep understanding of complex transaction structures.
Monroe Capital's investment strategy is characterized by its flexibility and comprehensive approach to capital solutions. They aim to be a one-stop shop for private equity firms seeking financing for their acquisitions and portfolio company growth. The firm's expertise spans a wide array of industries, and they are known for their rigorous underwriting process and commitment to long-term partnerships with both their borrowers and private equity sponsors. This approach allows them to tailor financing solutions that meet the specific needs and growth objectives of middle-market businesses.
With a significant presence in the private credit market, Monroe Capital manages approximately $18 billion in assets under management, underscoring its substantial scale and influence. Since its inception, the firm has invested in over 1,800 companies, showcasing its extensive track record and broad reach within the middle-market sector. Their consistent activity and robust capital base position them as a reliable and impactful financing partner for companies seeking flexible debt and equity solutions to fuel their expansion and strategic objectives.
Investor Profile
Monroe Capital has backed more than 48 startups, with 3 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 24 rounds, about 50% of its total and boasts 19 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Debt Financing, Series Unknown, Private Equity rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Canada.
- Strong thematic focus on Information Technology, E-Commerce, Health Care.
- Led 2 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $5M – $250M.
Stage Focus
- Debt Financing (58%)
- Series Unknown (19%)
- Private Equity (10%)
- Post Ipo Debt (8%)
- Series C (2%)
- Post Ipo Equity (2%)
Country Focus
- United States (98%)
- Canada (2%)
Industry Focus
- Information Technology
- E-commerce
- Health Care
- Consulting
- Artificial Intelligence (Ai)
- Saas
- Advertising
- Internet
- Retail
- Financial Services
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