HiPartners Capital&Work

HiPartners Capital&Work is a Brazilian venture capital firm specializing in retail technology investments. Founded in 2013, the firm focuses on early to growth-stage companies in Brazil, providing both venture capital and private equity investments. HiPartners aims to support entrepreneurs transforming the Brazilian retail landscape by investing in technology-driven solutions that enhance operational capabilities and drive digital transformation.

The firm's investment strategy targets startups from seed to growth stages, emphasizing sectors such as retail technology, e-commerce, SaaS, business development, cloud services, AI, finance, FinTech, language processing, and telecommunications. HiPartners seeks to invest between $500,000 and $1,000,000 in each portfolio company, aiming to catalyze the digital transformation of large retailers and generate immediate results in gross margin through additional revenue and cost efficiency.

HiPartners has a track record of active involvement in its portfolio companies, offering not only capital but also strategic guidance and access to a network of over 500 retailers. This approach, often referred to as 'smart money,' includes mentorship from the firm's partners and connections to potential clients, facilitating growth and scalability for the startups. Notable investments include Fintalk, a conversational AI platform, and F360, a financial management platform for small and medium-sized retailers. The firm's commitment to fostering innovation and growth has led to the creation of over 500 jobs and partnerships with more than 500 retailers, contributing to the evolution of the retail sector in Brazil.