HGP, founded in 2011, is a well-known venture capital firm based in London, with an additional office in Menlo Park, California. They focus on investing in B2B technology companies in sectors such as cloud computing, data analytics, and new networking technology. HGP has a track record of successful exits and typically invests in rounds with 5-6 participants. They have invested in notable startups like The Trade Desk, Barefoot Networks, and VeloCloud. While they have no specific preference for founders, startups that have been in operation for 4-5 years have a higher chance of receiving investment from HGP.