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

Past deals in Chile

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

PortalTerreno.com

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

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.