500 Labs

500 Global, formerly known as 500 Startups, is a venture capital firm and incubator based in Mountain View, California, founded in 2010. The firm specializes in seed investments, primarily focusing on early-stage technology and financial services startups across various sectors, including biotech, e-commerce, fintech, and digital healthcare. 500 Global operates a four-month accelerator program, where it typically invests between $0.05 million and $1 million for a 5 to 10 percent equity stake in companies with at least $100,000 in monthly revenue. The firm targets a global market, with particular emphasis on regions such as the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Since its inception, it has invested in over 2,200 startups and supports the growth of innovation ecosystems through educational programs and partnerships. 500 Global also prioritizes investments in companies led by minority founders, reflecting its commitment to diverse entrepreneurial leadership.

Amjad Ahmad

General Partner

Chandini Ammineni

Partner

André Marcel Bally

Investor Relations Associate

Timothy Chae

Managing Partner

Amal Enan

Partner

Max Fram-Schwartz

Venture Partner

Christine Herron

Advisor

Twwo Pun Jaruthassanakul

Investment Associate

Yolanda Kim

Principal

Matt Lerner

Partner

Jon Li

Director, Investor Relations

Jasmine Liew

Investment Manager

Robert Neivert

Venture Partner

Khailee Ng

Managing Partner

Krating Poonpol Ph.D

Partner

Ruangroj Poonpol

Venture Partner

Natavudh Pungcharoenpong

Partner

Mameaw Sapprasert

Partner

Reena Sharma

Investor Relations Associate

Mike Sigal

Partner, FinTech

Sanjay Singhal

Partner, Canada

Tanya Soman

Venture Partner

Paulina Szyrmer

Head of Global Education

Pat Naranpat Thitipattakul

Investor

Christine Tsai

Co-Founder, Partner & Chief Executive Officer

Tony Wang

Managing Partner

Bedy Yang

Managing Partner

Paul Yoo

Chief Financial Officer

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Takenos

Venture Round in 2023
Takenos provides the best way to get paid in LATAM for freelancers and contractors.

Loopay

Pre Seed Round in 2022
We are a technology-based financial solution, where any company in the supply chain can obtain cash for its operations and disperse payments to suppliers from any location in less than 24 hours.

Nuevo Método

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Nuevo Método operates a subscription service for female sexual and reproductive health. It offers contraceptives and provides access to gynecologists. Nuevo Método is based in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Qubit Tickets - NFT Access

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Fraud, bots and touts—people who purchase tickets from official dealers and resell them at higher prices—are some of the endemic problems that riddle the event ticketing market. Organizers and ticket selling services have tried to counter these problems with various methods and technologies. Governments have tried to regulate it. However, progress leaves much to desire. Ticket touting is said to be a multibillion dollar market, and online ticket fraud continues to rise year-over-year.

Get on Board

Seed Round in 2021
Get on Board is a job platform for digital professionals that powers teams with recruiting tools and access to tech talents, in one place. The company focuses on the new technological economy. It connects professionals with the companies and it empowers companies to develop better opportunities and working conditions, and help the new generation of professionals to develop careers. Get on Board was founded on 2011 and is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.

Mujer Financiera

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Mujer Financiera is a startup on a mission to close the gender gap in financial inclusion for women through education and community. We educate women on personal finance to help them make better life-decisions; start saving; start investing and manage their personal finances correctly. We have our own free PFM app called Felicity (https://www.felicity.app/) and other simple financial management resources destined to help women gain control of their finances and take better informed short and log term decisions.

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.

doc-doc

Seed Round in 2021
doc-doc is a HealthTech company that provides: A Digital-Insurance for patients that can Access in seconds to Top Medical Specialists, Psychologist, Nutritionists, Coaches, E-Pharmacy, and Exams; Wellness Benefits for Companies that want to see their employees healthier, happier, and productive; Saas for Hospitals, IPS (Small Hospitals) & Doctors that want to increase their revenue and optimize their operations; Primary-Care Services and Saas for Insurance Companies that want to reduce cost and increase retention of their patients

Picker

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Picker operates a logistics technology platform designed to connect e-commerce businesses with various logistics providers. The platform facilitates last-mile delivery and pickups, offering an easily integrated tracking software suitable for all types of e-commerce operations. By providing application programming interfaces for delivery, routes, and pickups, Picker enables businesses to access multiple delivery fleets, thereby expanding their service coverage and reducing logistics costs. This comprehensive approach aims to streamline logistics processes for e-commerce companies, improving efficiency and customer satisfaction.

ADD SKIN

Pre Seed Round in 2021
We are a Chilean startup born in 2021 to support you, give you knowledge and make skincare a ritual of self-love and time for you. We believe in the importance of loving you as you are and how taking care of yourself is a fundamental part of that love. We are obsessed with making you happy and everything that implies. That's why we care about sharing knowledge with you, to then advise you so that together we can create your skincare routine. We care about having the best national and international brands; and that your routine arrives at your house and it is quite an experience to open it and then apply it (holy) to your skin.

Ayenda Rooms

Venture Round in 2021
Ayenda Rooms is a rapidly growing hotel chain based in Medellín, Colombia, and it is recognized as the largest hotel chain in the country by the number of properties. Founded in 2015, Ayenda operates hotels in major Colombian cities including Barranquilla, Bogotá, Medellín, and Pereira. The company focuses on franchising small hotels to meet the essential needs of travelers, catering to individuals, families, and business travelers alike. Ayenda emphasizes quality and consistency in its offerings, supported by proprietary technology that manages various aspects of operations, such as hotel management software and pricing algorithms, enhancing the overall user experience.

Wited

Venture Round in 2021
The scene where the scholar comes to his house is repeated daily, he tells his mother that he has a test and that he needs help. At that moment the problem begins. Parents do not have the time to support their children as they wish or they just do not remember the subject and do not know how to do it. It is a real problem that occurs in millions of homes. Portal Educativo solves this problem by presenting all the necessary educational content so that students can study, practice and solve their doubts in one place. All this, enhanced with interactive applications and online teachers.

Talently

Seed Round in 2021
Talently is an education services provider based in Lima, Peru, specializing in online programs for programming roles. The company focuses on enhancing the career prospects of software developers from Latin America by offering an intensive curriculum designed to equip them with essential skills for the technology industry. This program includes training in English communication, remote work capabilities, and career mentoring, enabling participants to improve their employability in a global job market. Talently aims to accelerate the careers of tech talent in the region, helping them secure better job opportunities worldwide.

ComoQuiero

Seed Round in 2020
ComoQuiero is a digital platform based in Las Condes, Chile, established in 2016, that assists individuals and families in planning their daily meals with ease. The platform offers a comprehensive collection of recipes and balanced menus, which users can customize based on their personal preferences and the number of diners. In addition to meal planning, ComoQuiero provides a consolidated and editable shopping list of necessary ingredients, helping users avoid over-purchasing. By streamlining the meal preparation process, ComoQuiero enables its users to enjoy cooking and eating without significant time investment or excessive spending.

doc-doc

Pre Seed Round in 2020
doc-doc is a HealthTech company that provides: A Digital-Insurance for patients that can Access in seconds to Top Medical Specialists, Psychologist, Nutritionists, Coaches, E-Pharmacy, and Exams; Wellness Benefits for Companies that want to see their employees healthier, happier, and productive; Saas for Hospitals, IPS (Small Hospitals) & Doctors that want to increase their revenue and optimize their operations; Primary-Care Services and Saas for Insurance Companies that want to reduce cost and increase retention of their patients

PortalTerreno.com

Seed Round in 2020
PortalTerreno.com is the first marketplace specialized in the land market in latin america.

Ruedata

Seed Round in 2020
Por medio de un software especializado en recolección y procesamiento de datos de llantas, Ruedata entrega resultados reales y tangibles de ahorro en uso de llantas, eficiencias en los costos de flotas de transporte de carga y pasajeros. Adicional mente se contribuye al medio ambiente minimizando el impacto al dejar de emitir toneladas de CO2.

Get on Board

Seed Round in 2020
Get on Board is a job platform for digital professionals that powers teams with recruiting tools and access to tech talents, in one place. The company focuses on the new technological economy. It connects professionals with the companies and it empowers companies to develop better opportunities and working conditions, and help the new generation of professionals to develop careers. Get on Board was founded on 2011 and is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.

Talently

Seed Round in 2020
Talently is an education services provider based in Lima, Peru, specializing in online programs for programming roles. The company focuses on enhancing the career prospects of software developers from Latin America by offering an intensive curriculum designed to equip them with essential skills for the technology industry. This program includes training in English communication, remote work capabilities, and career mentoring, enabling participants to improve their employability in a global job market. Talently aims to accelerate the careers of tech talent in the region, helping them secure better job opportunities worldwide.

Aerodyne

Series B in 2019
Aerodyne Systems Sdn. Bhd. specializes in AI-driven drone data capture and analytics services, providing drone-based inspection and software solutions. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Cyberjaya, Malaysia, the company has expanded its presence internationally with offices in Australia, the United Kingdom, Denmark, Chile, Indonesia, Japan, India, and the United States. Aerodyne develops DT3 (drone technology, data technology, and digital transformation) solutions that address the complex challenges faced by various industries, offering services such as transmission tower inspection, wind turbine assessments, and solar farm evaluations. These capabilities enable organizations to enhance operational efficiency, drive digital transformation, and improve productivity across critical infrastructures.

Etiner

Pre Seed Round in 2019
We are helping people to have better travel experiences, in the simplest possible way. Etiner simplifies the travel planning process, allowing people to plan and book travel experiences in a simple and safe way with local operators in Latin America.

VICO

Seed Round in 2019
VICO is a Colombian company that specializes in an online housing platform tailored for students. Founded in 2019, VICO offers services that facilitate the reservation of housing facilities and the rental of houses. The platform aims to assist students in finding shared accommodations, thereby simplifying the search process for suitable living arrangements.

Tourbitz

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Tourbitz is a Software as a Service (SaaS) for tour operators that helps them by providing them with tools to be more efficient and scale their business easily. Tourbitz provides them with a platform where they can upload their inventory and supplier's list, a booking system, and an API that helps them to connect directly to their website or to the leading travel agencies worldwide.

Ayenda Rooms

Seed Round in 2019
Ayenda Rooms is a rapidly growing hotel chain based in Medellín, Colombia, and it is recognized as the largest hotel chain in the country by the number of properties. Founded in 2015, Ayenda operates hotels in major Colombian cities including Barranquilla, Bogotá, Medellín, and Pereira. The company focuses on franchising small hotels to meet the essential needs of travelers, catering to individuals, families, and business travelers alike. Ayenda emphasizes quality and consistency in its offerings, supported by proprietary technology that manages various aspects of operations, such as hotel management software and pricing algorithms, enhancing the overall user experience.

Rebeja Tus Cuentas

Seed Round in 2018
Rebeja Tus Cuentas helps people pay less interest on their mortgage loans and credit cards.

Alba

Seed Round in 2018
Alba is a Chile-based company that operates an application designed to connect families with vetted and trained babysitters across Chile, Argentina, and Mexico. The platform allows parents to specify their childcare needs, review recommended profiles, and communicate with candidates before making a selection. Families can reserve a babysitter and complete payments through the app. Alba aims to enhance the childcare experience by providing a quick matching service, typically within 15 minutes, and ensuring that caregivers are professionally trained. The company emphasizes safety and reliability by offering a 24/7 support team, commercial liability insurance, and features that enable real-time monitoring of care sessions, including text updates and GPS tracking. Through these services, Alba seeks to provide peace of mind to parents while ensuring a high-quality experience for both children and caregivers.

Fitco

Seed Round in 2018
Fitco is a management and retention software that helps fitness boutiques and sports centers in the growth of their business. Fitco is a management and CRM software for fitness centers and a mobile app for fitness users. The company is helping fitness centers to grow and build communities. FITCO helps companies take advantage of technology to streamline their processes and operations and make their service more efficient.

Globalwork

Seed Round in 2018
Globalwork provides background check services. The company offers services, such as home interviews; background check, allows allows to improve the competitiveness; and psycho test, which allows the company to recruit right candidates. The company is based in Medellín, Colombia.

LQN

Pre Seed Round in 2018
LoQueNecesito.co is an online platform based in Bogotá, Colombia, that facilitates the buying, selling, and renting of properties across the country. Founded in 2017, the company aims to enhance the home buying experience for middle and lower-class Latin Americans by employing digital processes, big data, and machine learning. In addition to real estate transactions, LoQueNecesito.co offers applications that support users in navigating the mortgage credit landscape, making the process more accessible and efficient.

Tranqui

Seed Round in 2018
Tranqui was born from the idea that financial planning should be accessible to all , without being forced to buy a product, regardless of the interest of financial institutions, without the technicalities or prices of the financial industry.

Top Doctors

Seed Round in 2018
Plan your entire medical travel journey through support of the communty.

Apurata

Seed Round in 2017
Apurata is a financial services platform aimed at providing accessible credit to the middle-class population in Latin America, particularly targeting the unbanked and underbanked segments. The company leverages proprietary technology and streamlined origination processes to facilitate quick access to small loans, personal credits, and online loans. With a focus on the Peruvian market, Apurata addresses a significant opportunity in the region, estimated at $3 billion, as part of a larger $25 billion market across Latin America. The platform allows users to apply for credit digitally, enabling them to receive funding in less than thirty minutes. Apurata is actively expanding its operations and is seeking to hire professionals in various roles, including software development, risk management, operations, customer service, and collections.

Decompris

Seed Round in 2017
DeCompris operates as an online shopping research platform that enables Internet users to find and compare the products of e-commerce in Latin America. It offers information on products, such as consoles and video games, camera and photo, computing, telephones and tablets, and TV/audio/video products. The company is based in San Isidro, Peru.

Top Doctors

Seed Round in 2017
Plan your entire medical travel journey through support of the communty.

ReservaTurno

Seed Round in 2017
ReservaTurno is the leading and fastest growing booking platform for beauty treatments in Argentina with over 250 salons, barber shops, spa's and studios. ReservaTurno provides users a mobile App to book on-the-go and beauty salons the tools to connect with existing clients - and attract new ones. We are 24/7 beauty bookings platform that puts customers and salon managers in control, and gives you access to exclusive discounts.

Easy-Point

Seed Round in 2016
EasyPoint is an easy, simple and convenient way to receive, send or return parcels using your local corner Shop. Shop online and select one of the easy-point as delivery address, when your parcel is delivered, a text message and email is delivered to you. Pickup your purchase and Enjoy!

Backstartup

Pre Seed Round in 2016
At Backstartup we want to reinvent the relationship of small businesses with their accounting and finances, and for this reason we've decided to reinvent the Accountant. Our SwaS, completely replaces the Accountant in Small Business, providing them with reports, taxes and financial statements month to month though our online platform. We eliminate manual tasks and human errors by using accounting automation bots and bank integrations and assign our customers a virtual administrative support team that accompanies them to guarantee a comprehensive service experience. We are pioneers in Latin America, where paper culture is highly entrenched, in moving traditional offline behaviors to a 100% online experience.

Animoca Brands

Post in 2016
Animoca Brands is a digital entertainment company that specializes in developing and publishing mobile products utilizing gamification, blockchain, and artificial intelligence technologies. The company offers a diverse portfolio of games, including titles like The Sandbox, Crazy Kings, and products based on popular intellectual properties such as Formula 1, Marvel, and Doraemon. Additionally, Animoca Brands supports intellectual property holders by providing a Web3 platform that enables the creation and monetization of non-fungible tokens and fungible tokens, enhancing fan engagement and community building. With operations spanning multiple countries, including Australia, Hong Kong, South Korea, Finland, and Argentina, Animoca Brands is actively involved in shaping the future of digital entertainment and blockchain applications.

SimpliRoute

Convertible Note in 2016
SimpliRoute Inc. is a technology company based in Santiago, Chile, that specializes in cloud-based route optimization and delivery planning software. Founded in 2014, SimpliRoute enables users to efficiently plan routes and evaluate fleet responses based on various parameters. The company focuses on process optimization through innovative technological solutions that address complex logistical challenges. With expertise in logistics and big data, SimpliRoute aims to enhance operational efficiency for businesses relying on effective route management.

HandStack

Seed Round in 2015
HandStack P.B.C. is a San Francisco-based company that offers a software-as-a-service (SaaS) marketing platform designed to enhance communication for businesses and community organizations. The platform enables users to create targeted campaigns, manage replies and subscriber profiles, and track engagement metrics, including conversion rates. Additionally, HandStack provides tools for A/B testing, reporting, and analytics to optimize campaign performance. The platform also facilitates grassroots mobilization by allowing organizations to recruit and coordinate volunteers through social media, share task lists, and empower supporters to form local groups. Since its incorporation in 2014, HandStack has garnered interest from various organizations, currently maintaining a beta waitlist of 100 entities from the United States, United Kingdom, Peru, and Hungary.

WoowUp

Seed Round in 2015
WoowUp is a tool of CRM and predictive marketing so that retail stores can do database intelligence, create segments and triggers to massively personalize their communications in a simple way. WoowUp turns Facebook fans into customers through a loyalty program similar to the airlines where people earn miles each time they buy a ticket. In this case, it give points for each purchase and each recommendation on social networks they do.

Sentisis

Series A in 2015
Sentisis is a Customer Experience platform based in Madrid, Spain, specializing in monitoring and analyzing brands in real-time across social networks. The company caters to clients in Spain, Mexico, Colombia, Chile, and Central America, focusing on interpreting text data, particularly from social media and customer experience interactions. Through its services, Sentisis helps organizations gain insights into consumer sentiment and improve their brand strategies.

BioFab

Convertible Note in 2015
BioFab is a biotechnology company based in Lima, Peru, specializing in the development and production of upper and lower limb prosthetics using 3D printing technology. The company offers printing services for prosthetics, tissues, and organs, and also designs and manufactures 3D printers for medical institutions. Additionally, BioFab focuses on researching and developing new biomaterials, collaborating with various national and international organizations. The company is involved in the cryogenization of umbilical cord stem cells and dental pulp, aiming to create tissues, cartilage, and organs to support advancements in the medical field.

Brandtrack

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Brandtrack, Inc. is a Buenos Aires-based company that offers a software solution for commercial music reproduction in various businesses. Founded in 2014, it provides a platform that curates music playlists tailored to brand characteristics and customer profiles, ensuring a seamless background music experience for establishments such as restaurants, retail stores, and hotels. The software operates offline, allowing businesses to play music without an Internet connection, and includes features for integrating commercial advertisements and promotional voiceovers. Brandtrack's service also offers a web control panel for users to monitor music playback in their locations, ensuring compliance with curated selections. Additionally, the company provides legal music licenses, simplifying the process for businesses while enhancing the overall customer experience.

LaMusiquita

Seed Round in 2015
La Musiquita is an education platform, to learn how to play music instruments. With online, on demand videos, quizzes, challenges, workshops, and forums, people will be able to learn how to play instruments from scratch.

WoowUp

Seed Round in 2014
WoowUp is a tool of CRM and predictive marketing so that retail stores can do database intelligence, create segments and triggers to massively personalize their communications in a simple way. WoowUp turns Facebook fans into customers through a loyalty program similar to the airlines where people earn miles each time they buy a ticket. In this case, it give points for each purchase and each recommendation on social networks they do.

Brandtrack

Pre Seed Round in 2014
Brandtrack, Inc. is a Buenos Aires-based company that offers a software solution for commercial music reproduction in various businesses. Founded in 2014, it provides a platform that curates music playlists tailored to brand characteristics and customer profiles, ensuring a seamless background music experience for establishments such as restaurants, retail stores, and hotels. The software operates offline, allowing businesses to play music without an Internet connection, and includes features for integrating commercial advertisements and promotional voiceovers. Brandtrack's service also offers a web control panel for users to monitor music playback in their locations, ensuring compliance with curated selections. Additionally, the company provides legal music licenses, simplifying the process for businesses while enhancing the overall customer experience.

Zolvers

Seed Round in 2014
Zolvers, S. DE R.L. DE C.V., founded in 2013 and headquartered in Buenos Aires, Argentina, operates an online and mobile marketplace that connects individuals and businesses with local service providers for various tasks. The platform facilitates the outsourcing of errands, including cleaning, delivery, maintenance, and event assistance, enabling users to complete short pending tasks efficiently. Additionally, Zolvers offers freelance individuals and small local businesses an opportunity to expand their work and earn extra income by providing services through the platform.

Vontravel

Seed Round in 2014
We are a flash Sale site exclusively for trips and getaways. We extend our members the best travel experiences at the best price. Weekly we offer our members a big variety of deals in hotels and aparts with discount between 40% and 70%.

Cinepapaya

Seed Round in 2014
Cinepapaya.com is a platform for the online and mobile sales of movie tickets for emerging markets, offering a B2B E-commerce turn-key solution for partner movie theaters including web and mobile, ticket validation and Business Intelligence. We offer a B2C one-stop point of purchase for movie goers, attracting and engaging users with movie related content (synopsis, actor bios, trailers, fotos, etc) and an active community (contests, prizes, passes & premiere invitations) integrated to social networks.

FirstJob

Seed Round in 2013
FirstJob operates an online marketplace connecting students and young professionals with entry-level job opportunities in Latin America, specifically focusing on internships and first-time positions. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Santiago, Chile, with an additional office in Bogotá, Colombia, FirstJob provides large companies with access to verified talent through a comprehensive recruitment system that includes social recruitment strategies, employer branding, video interviews, and knowledge assessments. The platform reaches over 50,000 students and recent graduates per job posting and boasts a user base exceeding 100,000. With significant social media engagement, FirstJob has facilitated over USD 300,000 in transactions while gaining support from notable organizations such as Wayra Chile and 500 Startups Mexico.

Sinimanes

Seed Round in 2013
Sinimanes / Semeantoja is an online food delivery company that links users to their local neighborhood restaurants. The site offers users an exciting choice of more than 2000 restaurants and numerous cuisine types in Argentina, Mexico and Chile. Funded by 500 Startups, Nxtp Labs and Angel Investors.

Vontravel

Seed Round in 2013
We are a flash Sale site exclusively for trips and getaways. We extend our members the best travel experiences at the best price. Weekly we offer our members a big variety of deals in hotels and aparts with discount between 40% and 70%.

Cinepapaya

Seed Round in 2013
Cinepapaya.com is a platform for the online and mobile sales of movie tickets for emerging markets, offering a B2B E-commerce turn-key solution for partner movie theaters including web and mobile, ticket validation and Business Intelligence. We offer a B2C one-stop point of purchase for movie goers, attracting and engaging users with movie related content (synopsis, actor bios, trailers, fotos, etc) and an active community (contests, prizes, passes & premiere invitations) integrated to social networks.

Social Tools

Seed Round in 2012
Social Tools is a Social Marketing Suite, that enables Agencies and Marketers to run low-cost promotions and contests on Facebook. Social Tools allows brands to build and Run any kind of promotion such as sweepstakes, image contest, coupons, giveaways, and much more, on any Facebook page, website or mobile device, on a very easy way. Social Tools enables brands grow their social audience, engage consumers, and drive sales reducing the CPA and increasing the ROI in Social Media.

Pixowl

Seed Round in 2012
Pixowl Inc. is a mobile game development company based in San Francisco, California, with additional development studios in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Founded in 2011, Pixowl focuses on creating engaging games for casual gamers, children, and families. The company offers games under several brands, including The Sandbox, Greedy Grub, and Doodle Grub. One of its most notable titles, "The Sandbox," allows players to create and share their own pixelated worlds and was recognized by Apple as one of the Best Games of 2012. Pixowl emphasizes player-centric world-building experiences and incorporates comic book art into its games, enabling a unique integration of storytelling and interactive gameplay. As of 2018, Pixowl operates as a subsidiary of Animoca Brands Corporation Limited.

Welcu

Seed Round in 2010
Welcu's platform allows customers to easily organize all kinds of events: selling tickets; sending invitations; measuring, resulting and integrating our platform with their favorite tools.