500 Startups LatAm

500 Startups LatAm is a venture capital firm and accelerator based in Juarez, Mexico, dedicated to supporting early-stage Spanish-speaking companies in Latin America, particularly in the technology sector. Founded in 2012, the firm offers a comprehensive mentorship program that addresses critical aspects such as legal matters, product development, sales strategies, growth, culture, and fundraising. This program aims to equip entrepreneurs with the necessary tools and knowledge to successfully navigate the business landscape and prepare for a Demo Day, where they can showcase their ventures. Additionally, 500 Startups LatAm has invested hundreds of millions in acceleration programs and support services for thousands of entrepreneurs across more than 60 countries, fostering sustainable growth and positioning participants to secure future funding and become industry leaders.

Didier Quiroz Ceballos

Venture Partner

Santiago Tamayo Daza

Partner

Nicolas Vega Dippel

Associate

Eduardo Peláez

Partner

Santiago Zavala

Partner

Laura (Lala) Elizondo

Investor

Past deals in Mexico

Plenna

Seed Round in 2022
Plenna offers face-to-face and online gynecology check-ups and services. The company is based in Mexico City, Mexico.

Scorce

Seed Round in 2022
Scorce is a company based in Puebla, Mexico, that specializes in API management and development. It provides tools for businesses to discover, manage, and integrate various APIs through a single dashboard, simplifying the process with just one integration and API key. Scorce's offerings include solutions for compliance analysis, financial data retrieval, personal data validation, digital onboarding, fraud prevention, and credit scoring. The company's technology enables rapid risk assessments of potential clients, creating a risk score based on various factors associated with users, thereby facilitating secure lending practices and reducing the risk of fraud and chargebacks. Additionally, Scorce supports developers and fintechs by offering a marketplace to sell their own APIs.

Crecy

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Crecy is an alternative lending app that leverages Open Banking & Gig Platforms APIs to deliver formal credit products to 100M+ people in LatAm. Crecy offers to its customers revolving credit lines of up to $100/month they can access by simply linking their bank and/or gig account to the app.

Databits

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Databits offers you world-class training geared towards solving real-world challenges. Our team of instructors is composed of industry experts, certified in the most in-demand skills and tools. With us you can learn: Artificial Intelligence, Python, Machine Learning, Data Engineering, Spark, Big Data, Data Analytics, Data Governance, Power BI, Databricks, Azure and more. We have presence in Ecuador, Mexico, Peru, Argentina, Chile and Bolivia where we have trained +1000 professionals and +50 companies in the region.

Yana

Seed Round in 2020
Yana is a Chatbot (Automated Conversational Agent) that helps people who have -or are prone to- depression or anxiety, through strategies based on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. It presents the most useful and practical therapy tools in a friendly, simple and intelligent way to help them manage their emotional states, any day at any time. Also, if necessary, Yana can channel people with crisis hotlines or mental health professionals to begin a therapeutic process, immediately.

Plerk

Seed Round in 2020
Plerk is a company that enhances employee satisfaction and productivity by offering flexible perks and benefits. Established in 2019 and based in Guadalajara, Mexico, Plerk operates an online platform that simplifies the booking and management of business trips. The platform allows organizations to set travel policies and track expenditures, while simultaneously encouraging employees to make cost-effective travel decisions. By focusing on improving workplace happiness, Plerk aims to boost productivity by 80% and increase employee retention by 50%.

Bonnus

Seed Round in 2018
Bonnus is a Mexico-based company that operates an online reward platform designed to help publishers monetize their applications and websites. The platform rewards users for meaningful interactions within these digital spaces, fostering a connection between brands and consumers. By providing real incentives for user engagement, Bonnus enhances customer satisfaction and retention while enabling businesses to achieve higher advertising conversion rates. This innovative approach not only generates increased revenue for publishers but also keeps users motivated to interact with their favorite apps and sites over extended periods.

Yetcargo

Seed Round in 2016
Yetcargo is a logistics company based in Cuautitlán Izcalli, Mexico, that has developed an online platform aimed at connecting businesses needing to transport goods with carriers. The platform facilitates real-time tracking of cargo, enhancing visibility and reliability throughout the shipping process. By linking cargo owners with a portfolio of dependable carriers, Yetcargo simplifies the logistics of product shipment and transportation, including both air and marine logistics services. This connectivity helps businesses streamline their logistics operations, making the transportation of goods more efficient and reliable.

LECO

Seed Round in 2016
LECO Comercio SAPI de CV is a Mexico City-based company that provides an on-demand platform for lens users. Founded in 2015, LECO enables customers to easily access their correct prescriptions and order visual solutions, such as contact lenses or glasses, at their convenience. The platform aims to simplify the process of obtaining visual health products, catering to the needs of users throughout Mexico.

Cívica Digital

Seed Round in 2016
Cívica Digital, founded in 2015 and based in Mexico City, specializes in developing mobile and web applications aimed at enhancing citizen engagement and addressing public sector challenges. The company offers a Software-as-a-Service platform that digitizes government-to-citizen services, providing a comprehensive web-based portal for software and data integration. Its solutions facilitate the automation of various workflows, including the management of forms, documents, e-signatures, payments, and citizen identification. By focusing on the needs of public institutions, Cívica Digital helps governments improve their service delivery and gain valuable feedback from the communities they serve.
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