HPJ focuses on the media and communications industries and invests primarily in early- and middle-stage companies. HPJ makes strategic investments where the depth and expertise of its affiliated consulting group can add significant value. HPJ requires that companies seeking funding have a seasoned and capable management team, a core of customers, a fully-developed technology or infrastructure, a strong economic model with a sustainable competitive advantage, prudent expense management and strategic positioning for growth.
Launched in 2000, HPJ offers its investors high value-added expertise and market intelligence aimed at sourcing high-growth investments while controlling portfolio risk. Similarly, HPJ adds value to its portfolio businesses by providing strategic assistance in customer acquisition, product development and market analysis. HPJ's quantitative approach is modeled after the research-based strategy services provided by Frank N. Magid Associates, an affiliate of HPJ's general partner.