M/C Partners

M/C Partners is a private equity firm specializing in growth equity investments in emerging companies within the media and communications industries. Founded in 1986, the firm has invested over $2.4 billion in more than 140 companies, focusing on small and mid-sized businesses in the digital infrastructure and technology services sectors. M/C Partners is currently investing from its ninth fund, M/C Partners IX, a $350 million growth equity fund raised in 2023.

The firm's investment strategy encompasses a wide range of stages, including pre-seed, seed, early stage, series A, series B, late stage, pre-IPO, buyout, turnaround, and distressed investments. M/C Partners has a strong presence in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Europe, with offices in Boston, San Francisco, and London. The firm has a diverse portfolio across various industries, including communications, information technology services, media, digital infrastructure, and technology services.

M/C Partners has a history of notable investments, including companies such as AccentHealth, Airband, Cellular One, Fusepoint Managed Services, HyPerformix, ICG Communications, Legendary Pictures, MetroPCS, Mobi, Nuvox, PlumChoice, Inc., Revol Wireless, Triton PCS, Western Wireless Corporation, and Zayo Bandwidth. The firm's approach combines creative structuring with strong leadership to accelerate growth, optimize operations, and build long-term value in its portfolio companies.