
HGGC
Description
HGGC is a prominent private equity firm based in Palo Alto, California, established in 2007. The firm specializes in leveraged buyouts, recapitalizations, and growth equity investments, primarily targeting middle-market companies. With a substantial capital base, HGGC has accumulated approximately $6.9 billion in cumulative capital commitments, underscoring its significant presence and capacity within the private equity landscape. Its strategic focus is on companies poised for growth and operational improvement, often partnering with management teams to drive value creation.
The firm's investment strategy is characterized by its "Advantaged Investing" model, which leverages an extensive network of over 100 CEOs and senior executives. This unique approach aids in deal sourcing, due diligence, and the operational enhancement of portfolio companies, providing a distinct competitive edge. HGGC typically seeks out companies with enterprise values ranging from $200 million to $1.5 billion. Within these target companies, the firm's equity investments generally span from $50 million to $500 million, indicating a flexible yet substantial commitment to its portfolio.
HGGC's sector focus is diversified across several key industries, including Business & Tech-Enabled Services, Financial Services, Software & Technology, and Industrials. This broad yet specialized approach allows the firm to capitalize on various market opportunities while maintaining deep expertise within its chosen verticals. By combining significant financial resources with a hands-on, partnership-driven methodology and a robust network of industry leaders, HGGC aims to generate superior returns by transforming and scaling middle-market enterprises.
Investor Profile
HGGC has backed more than 26 startups, with 3 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 14 rounds, about 54% of its total and boasts 11 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Private Equity, Series Unknown, Undisclosed rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States, Canada, Germany.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Financial Services, Consulting.
- Led 1 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $50M – $500M.
Stage Focus
- Private Equity (81%)
- Series Unknown (8%)
- Undisclosed (4%)
- Post Ipo Equity (4%)
- Series C (4%)
Country Focus
- United States (81%)
- Canada (12%)
- Germany (4%)
- United Kingdom (4%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Financial Services
- Consulting
- Insurance
- Wealth Management
- Saas
- Internet
- Information Technology
- E-commerce
- Enterprise Software
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