PALO ALTO, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–HGGC, LLC (“HGGC” or the “Firm”), a values-driven, partnership-focused middle-market private equity firm, today announced the promotions of Matt Roesch and Phil Sampognaro to Partner. The Firm also announced updates to its Value Enhancement Team, formerly known as the Operational Resources Group, including Greg Caltabiano’s appointment to the Head of VET, and the hirings of Kelly Heape Parsons as Finance Operating Partner, Jigar Patel as IT Operating Partner, and Solmaz Shahalizadeh as AI Operating Partner.
“We’re thrilled to recognize Matt and Phil for their significant contributions to HGGC through their promotions to Partner,” said HGGC. “During their time with the firm, they have both exemplified the core values that guide HGGC and demonstrated a deep commitment to our mission to build value together. We are confident that in their new leadership positions, Matt and Phil will continue to play an instrumental role in fostering our collaborative internal culture and advancing our partnership-centric approach.”
“We are also pleased to announce Greg’s appointment to Head of our Value Enhancement Team, HGGC’s dedicated group of operational specialists, and to welcome Kelly, Jigar and Solmaz as VET Operating Partners,” added HGGC. “We look forward to benefiting from their new perspectives, deep operational experience and proven expertise as we support our portfolio companies in unlocking value creation opportunities.”
About HGGC
HGGC is a values-driven, partnership-focused private investment firm. The Firm’s ecosystem of investors, operators, and professionals is united by the shared mission to develop leading enterprises and build long-term value together. HGGC invests in technology, business services, financial services, and consumer enterprises. The Firm is based in Palo Alto, CA and manages over $10 billion in assets under management (as of December 31, 2025). More information, including a complete list of current and former investments, is available at www.hggc.com.
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