HPA is transforming early-stage investing by taking a people-first approach. The organization is the most active early-stage investor group in the Midwest. With a membership of over 100 successful entrepreneurs, executives, and venture capitalists, the group provides critical strategic expertise to entrepreneurs and the entrepreneurial community. More than half of our members have founded a company; most are CEOs, top executives, or corporate board members; and 100% invest in startups. By leveraging the members’ deep and broad knowledge of multiple industries and financial capital, HPA has driven multiple exits and invested millions of dollars in over 50 portfolio companies that have created thousands of jobs in the Midwest since 2006.



Venture Capital

Pete Wilkins

John Thode

Dan Murray

Brad Serot

Bess Goodfellow

Stephen Ross

Michael Sachaj

The Leadership Team at HPA is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the organization, guiding investment initiatives, and fostering relationships within the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Composed of seasoned professionals with extensive experience in founding and managing successful companies, this team leverages their collective expertise to support portfolio companies, drive growth, and ensure impactful early-stage investments. By aligning resources and strategies, the Leadership Team plays a crucial role in advancing HPA's mission of transforming early-stage investing in the Midwest.

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