

Monogram Foods is a food manufacturer that partners closely with customers to bring high-quality protein snacks, appetizers, and prepared foods to market. Founded in 2004, the company has developed a diversified portfolio of products and co-manufacturing capabilities, serving retail and foodservice channels across the country. Monogram has combined operational discipline with a hands-on, relationship-driven culture, which has resulted in a resilient business built on long-standing customer relationships and repeat partnerships.
Through a multi-year dialogue, we got to know Monogram’s story, operations, and culture. As the company continued to scale, Monogram’s Founder & CEO began exploring ways to simplify its ownership structure and bring on a partner to support the next chapter of the business. Our partnership grew out of that existing relationship and was grounded in shared alignment on how we could work together to shape Monogram’s future.
- Investment date
- August 2021
- Headquarters
- Memphis, TN
- Status
- Active
- Sector
- Food & Beverage
“Since its founding, Monogram Foods has been guided by a culture of continuous growth, a commitment to safety, and a focus on customer service. The PPC team shares our values and was an ideal partner to support the company’s exciting next chapter.”
Karl Schledwitz,
Chairman, Founder, and Former CEO

“Since joining the team in 2025, my admiration for the incredible vision and hard work the founders put into building the company has only continued to grow. I am excited to continue our partnership with the PPC team to help Monogram Foods evolve through strategic acquisitions, expand its nationwide facility footprint, strengthen its R&D capabilities, and provide new opportunities for its talented team.”
Jeff Frank,
CEO

On the road to growth
Our collective mission is centered on how to best serve the company’s customers. With a strong operational base in place, Monogram’s next chapter has been focused on thoughtful expansion through organic growth. Through our operational resources and experience in the food and beverage sector, we’ve been able to support the Monogram team as they’ve invested in capacity and broadened capabilities.
“Throughout our partnership, we’ve been able to work closely together to support the company’s commitment to its customers by growing operations and investing in resources to drive innovation. Our alignment and shared values have allowed us to build trust and make decisions with the long-term health of the business in mind.”
Chris Brickman,
Partner

Acquisition criteria
Monogram Foods seeks to partner with businesses that would add capacity in growth categories or geographies and enhance customer relevance.
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