Monarch Sign Factory Receives Economic Development Excellence in Business Award


October 13th, 2026

Monarch Sign Factory Excellence in Business 10-13-26

Monarch Sign Factory’s Port Charlotte story began in 1982. Mike Bladorn joined the company in 2001 and purchased the business in 2006. Under his leadership, Monarch Sign Factory has grown from two employees to 27 full-time employees, provides employee benefits and continues to invest in Charlotte County.

As the marketplace changed, Monarch evolved from traditional printing into signs, wraps and visual communications. Today, the co

Monarch Sign Factory Mike Bladorn and Mark Odell

mpany specializes in commercial signage and vehicle wraps for businesses throughout Charlotte County, Southwest Florida and beyond.

Community involvement has remained part of the company’s story. Monarch  and the Bladorn family helped sponsor and build a home with Charlotte County Habitat for Humanity, contributing time and labor as well as financial support. In 2024, the company launched its Summer of Gratitude, raising support for C.A.R.E., E.A.R.S. and Pregnancy Solutions. C.A.R.E. has recognized Monarch Sign Factory as a Community Partner.

Mike Bladorn also contributes time through involvement with the YMCA and local business and civic organizations. The Charlotte County Economic Development Office recognizes Monarch Sign Factory for its leadership, growth, innovation and longstanding commitment to Charlotte County.