Thoma Bravo - Flagship vs Explore vs Discover

TB seems to split their investment based on size into these three groups. Does anyone know more about how they differ experience-wise, recruiting, location, WLB/comp, etc.? 

Guessing that Flagship is more of a "MF"-similar experience but would love to hear thoughts

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