Hillcrest Venture Partners focuses on seed to growth stage technology companies, taking a methodical approach to investing. The firm leverages its experience in venture capital, startup operations, strategy development, product management, and investment banking to support promising entrepreneurs. Hillcrest typically invests in seed rounds, with occasional participation in later stages and debt financing.

Notable portfolio companies include Branded Online, Codexa, Departing, GenieDB, NS8, and Phizzle. Hillcrest's investment philosophy centers on helping entrepreneurs create leading technology companies of tomorrow. The firm's partners bring valuable expertise to portfolio companies, offering guidance in areas such as strategy development and product management to nurture growth and success.