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Our Story Let’s create tomorrow’s success stories, one partnership at a time.

At The Groop, we believe in the power of collaboration. As investors deeply committed to business leaders, our approach goes beyond capital infusion—we build meaningful partnerships with founders and CEOs to help drive long-term success. Our motto, "Collaborative investors committed to business leaders," reflects our belief that the most impactful results come from working closely with the people behind the businesses.

 

We actively manage a diverse portfolio of companies, spanning industries and growth stages. Whether you’re leading an embryonic startup, navigating the challenges of scaling, or steering a fully mature enterprise, we are here to offer our expertise, resources, and unwavering support. Our team thrives on being hands-on, leveraging our experience to help businesses tackle their toughest challenges and seize their greatest opportunities.

 

At every stage of a company’s lifecycle, The Groop is there—not just as investors, but as partners committed to building sustainable, impactful businesses. We don’t just invest in companies; we invest in people, ideas, and the future of industries. Together, we’ll bring your vision to life and create lasting value.

 

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Emily Meyers - CEO, Long Branch HealthCare

"Dick Haddrill served as a great mentor as I assumed the CEO role at LongBranch.  He was always available for consultations on a variety of business issues, such as personnel and pricing, and yet always kept patient service as a priority." 

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Matt Nordby, Founder and Managing Partner, Flume Ventures

"Richard Haddrill is a distinguished business leader, celebrated for his substantial impact on the technology sector and strategic expertise. His leadership as CEO of Bally's led to its successful acquisition by Scientific Games, highlighting his skills as a world class operator. At Flume Ventures, we appreciate his dedication to mentoring new founders. Richard and the Groop team truly represent the pinnacle of exceptional partnership".

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Kiran Brahmandam - CEO, Gaming Analytics

"Groop Inc. has been instrumental in guiding our growth at Gaming Analytics, offering invaluable insights on scaling the company and positioning our product for success."

 

"Having Groop Inc. as both an investor and mentor has accelerated our ability to scale effectively, while staying focused on delivering value to our customers."

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Scott McNealy, Co-Founder, Sun Microsystems and Partner at Flume Ventures

"Richard Haddrill's partnership has greatly enhanced Flume Ventures. His extensive leadership experience improves our portfolio. The Groop team also makes a significant contribution to our technology leadership network."

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Howard Stuts Las Vegas Review-Journal - 'Credit CEO Haddrill for Bally’s sound financial status'

Richard Haddrill's second term as CEO of slot machine giant Bally Technologies will be short-lived. Nearly 17 months after he handed the reins of the gaming... Seventy days after taking over, Bally was sold to lottery provider Scientific Games for $5.1 billion.

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