Bossanova Investimentos

Bossa Nova Investimentos e Administração S.A. is a venture capital firm based in São Paulo, Brazil, founded in 2010. Specializing in pre-seed, seed, startup, and early-stage investments, the firm focuses on technology sectors such as software, service development, mobile applications, and B2B solutions. It is recognized as a leading investor in the pre-seed stage within Brazil and has expanded its investment activities to include companies in the United States. Bossa Nova typically invests between R$0.1 million and R$0.8 million per project, primarily through minority investments. Additionally, the firm manages the Bossa Nova Sports Tech Fund, which targets consumer and business products, information technology, wellness, and gaming sectors, with a preference for investments ranging from R$0.1 million to R$0.3 million across multiple companies.

Rodolfo Santos

Director

Past deals in Latin America

B2Capital

Venture Round in 2022
B2Capital offers an online platform for the management of product exchange and accounts payable. It has its headquarters in Sao Paulo in Brazil.

UBITS

Series B in 2022
UBITS is an online learning platform for skilling employees in Latin America. Through education we empower every person and every organization in Latin America

Arquivei

Series B in 2021
Arquivei is a Brazilian company based in São Carlos that specializes in electronic invoice monitoring and management. Its platform provides a web application that automatically downloads and stores digital tax documents, such as NFes, in the cloud. By connecting to the Department of Finance, Arquivei allows businesses to access their issued NFes and related documents without the need for software installation. Users can view, print, search, and filter invoices by various criteria, enabling efficient management of their tax documentation. The platform also supports accountants by providing access to client invoices and features for monitoring and centralizing various tax documents. Additionally, Arquivei offers intelligent search capabilities and reporting tools, facilitating better compliance with regulatory requirements and enhancing business intelligence derived from fiscal documents.

Guiabolso

Venture Round in 2021
GuiaBolso is a digital platform in Brazil that connects consumers to various financial products through an in-app marketplace, enabling real-time access and origination. By utilizing proprietary bank account aggregation technology, GuiaBolso offers users a comprehensive view of their finances, along with free credit bureau reports. This innovative approach allows users to access a range of fairly-priced loans based on actual credit risk, which is particularly significant in a market lacking a national credit score and characterized by high interest spreads. The platform also streamlines budgeting and financial control, automating processes and helping users select financial products from a curated list of partners. GuiaBolso's mission is to enhance individuals' financial well-being by providing the necessary information for better financial decision-making.

Chiper

Series B in 2021
Chiper is a leading e-commerce platform in Latin America that supports corner stores in Colombia and Mexico, boasting a customer base of over 3,000. The platform enhances the supply chain by allowing these stores to connect directly with producers, thereby eliminating intermediaries and enabling access to a wide variety of products, including groceries, frozen foods, and dairy items. By leveraging a demand-driven logistics system, Chiper optimizes the performance of its member stores and delivers an efficient shopping experience. This innovative approach positions Chiper as a significant player in the region's retail landscape, empowering small businesses to thrive in a competitive environment.

Vitrine

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Vitrine is a Brazilian startup that specializes in software services for merchandising management and brand marketing solutions. The company aims to enhance sales turnover by providing tools that allow businesses to standardize their stores efficiently, achieving greater organization and quality in less time. Vitrine's offerings are designed to streamline merchandising processes, making them valuable for retailers looking to improve their operational effectiveness and drive revenue growth.

RadarFit

Seed Round in 2021
RadarFit is a fitness application developed to facilitate health and body transformation through engaging challenges tailored for both individuals and organizations. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, with additional offices across various countries, RadarFit utilizes artificial intelligence to customize daily missions focused on healthy eating, physical activity, meditation, and hydration based on each user's physical profile and goals. Users demonstrate their completion of tasks through photo submissions, which the app analyzes using image recognition technology. Participants earn rewards such as coins and diamonds, allowing them to compete in rankings and championships for prizes. The business operates on a monthly subscription model for both B2B and B2C segments, providing companies with dashboards to monitor employee health metrics and outcomes.

ManejeBem

Seed Round in 2021
ManejeBem is an online platform that connects farmers, specialists, and others interested in plant production. It aims to spread sustainable agriculture through digital platforms and contribute to the connection of the organic production chain. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Biguaçú, Brazil.

ManejeBem

Seed Round in 2021
ManejeBem is an online platform that connects farmers, specialists, and others interested in plant production. It aims to spread sustainable agriculture through digital platforms and contribute to the connection of the organic production chain. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Biguaçú, Brazil.

Facily

Series C in 2021
Facily is a social commerce marketplace in Latin America. The platform focuses on low-ticket items, delivering great prices and differentiated logistics to lower income neighbourhoods, leveraging learnings from China. Facily offers a unique experience by bringing the opportunity to buy together with friends directly from producers and manufacturers, having fun playing with freemium features. Facily also promotes community buying by leveraging local leaders and influencers.

Lexos

Seed Round in 2021
Lexos ERP is an online management system based in São José dos Campos, São Paulo, Brazil, that serves as a hub connecting sellers to major marketplaces in the country. The platform is designed for companies across various segments, allowing them to register their products for sale at leading retailers. By automating routine business processes such as financial control, inventory management, electronic invoicing, and order processing, Lexos streamlines operations for small and medium-sized e-commerce businesses. The company's mission is to facilitate digital transformation for retailers through its comprehensive ERP Omnichannel solution, enhancing their performance across prominent online sales channels.

Nvoip

Seed Round in 2021
Nvoip is the Leader Communication Voice&SMS&api Platform on Brazil. The largest DID coverage on Brazil. Voip, TollFree, Shared Cost, DID, SIP Trunk, SMS and Rates Brazil.

Ambar Technologies

Venture Round in 2021
Leading Construction Technology Company in Latin America. Tech Company focused on addressing the Affordable Housing Challenge. Ambar integrate the Housing Journey into 4 steps, Design, Supply, Assembly and Living.

Tembici

Venture Round in 2021
Tembici is a prominent micro-mobility company in Latin America, specializing in first and last mile transportation solutions for daily commuters. The company offers shared electric bike rental services designed to integrate bicycles into the urban transport network. By providing accessible parking facilities and rental options, Tembici enables both public and private entities, including residential and corporate clients, to navigate urban environments efficiently while minimizing space usage.

Pink Farms

Seed Round in 2021
They are the first urban vertical farm in Latin America, they have always thought a lot about how the chain could zero waste and bring a finally safe product to the big city. Let us do the work. You just need to open the package and eat natural leaves with unmatched quality.

Zumpy

Venture Round in 2020
Zumpy provides an application for carpooling. The Company is based in Brazil.

Nvoip

Seed Round in 2020
Nvoip is the Leader Communication Voice&SMS&api Platform on Brazil. The largest DID coverage on Brazil. Voip, TollFree, Shared Cost, DID, SIP Trunk, SMS and Rates Brazil.

Ambar Technologies

Venture Round in 2020
Leading Construction Technology Company in Latin America. Tech Company focused on addressing the Affordable Housing Challenge. Ambar integrate the Housing Journey into 4 steps, Design, Supply, Assembly and Living.

Vitrine

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Vitrine is a Brazilian startup that specializes in software services for merchandising management and brand marketing solutions. The company aims to enhance sales turnover by providing tools that allow businesses to standardize their stores efficiently, achieving greater organization and quality in less time. Vitrine's offerings are designed to streamline merchandising processes, making them valuable for retailers looking to improve their operational effectiveness and drive revenue growth.

RadarFit

Venture Round in 2020
RadarFit is a fitness application developed to facilitate health and body transformation through engaging challenges tailored for both individuals and organizations. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, with additional offices across various countries, RadarFit utilizes artificial intelligence to customize daily missions focused on healthy eating, physical activity, meditation, and hydration based on each user's physical profile and goals. Users demonstrate their completion of tasks through photo submissions, which the app analyzes using image recognition technology. Participants earn rewards such as coins and diamonds, allowing them to compete in rankings and championships for prizes. The business operates on a monthly subscription model for both B2B and B2C segments, providing companies with dashboards to monitor employee health metrics and outcomes.

Repassa

Seed Round in 2020
Repassa Intermediação de Negócios LTDA. operates an online marketplace based in São Paulo, Brazil, focusing on the buying and selling of apparel for various demographics, including women, men, girls, boys, and kids. The platform offers a wide range of products, such as shirts, blouses, dresses, jackets, and accessories, catering to diverse fashion needs. Founded in 2014, Repassa emphasizes community engagement by rewarding customers who invite friends and recommend products, fostering a collaborative environment for both buyers and sellers.

Repassa

Seed Round in 2020
Repassa Intermediação de Negócios LTDA. operates an online marketplace based in São Paulo, Brazil, focusing on the buying and selling of apparel for various demographics, including women, men, girls, boys, and kids. The platform offers a wide range of products, such as shirts, blouses, dresses, jackets, and accessories, catering to diverse fashion needs. Founded in 2014, Repassa emphasizes community engagement by rewarding customers who invite friends and recommend products, fostering a collaborative environment for both buyers and sellers.

Vai.Car

Seed Round in 2020
Vai.Car is a startup from Brazil that allows users to rent one of its cars through its app.

MUY

Series B in 2019
RobinFood is an operator of a chain of restaurants used to provide access to quality and affordable homemade food. Its restaurants leverage its own technology through which customizable orders could be placed by choosing various dishes based on their features and nutrients through a touch screen that enables customers to receive a meal in less than five minutes after ordering. RobinFood was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Bogotá, Colombia.

Fofuuu

Venture Round in 2019
Fofuuu Soluções para Saúde e Educação Ltda. provides an application with games for children. The Company is based in Brazil.

Fofuuu

Seed Round in 2019
Fofuuu Soluções para Saúde e Educação Ltda. provides an application with games for children. The Company is based in Brazil.

Vai.Car

Venture Round in 2019
Vai.Car is a startup from Brazil that allows users to rent one of its cars through its app.

Nvoip

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Nvoip is the Leader Communication Voice&SMS&api Platform on Brazil. The largest DID coverage on Brazil. Voip, TollFree, Shared Cost, DID, SIP Trunk, SMS and Rates Brazil.

Pedala

Venture Round in 2019
Pedala is a logistics company specializing in sustainable deliveries, offering the option of ecological delivery. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Passei Direto

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Passei Direto S.A. is an academic social network based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, founded in 2012. The platform serves over 15 million students across more than 2,500 universities, facilitating connections among university students. It allows users to follow specific courses, share study materials, and engage in collaborative learning through peer interactions. With over 3 million pieces of shared content, Passei Direto enhances the academic experience by providing resources such as solved exercises, study plans, and video summaries tailored to popular textbooks. Additionally, the platform offers a Premium Plan that grants access to exclusive content created by specialists, further supporting students in their academic pursuits.

Repassa

Seed Round in 2019
Repassa Intermediação de Negócios LTDA. operates an online marketplace based in São Paulo, Brazil, focusing on the buying and selling of apparel for various demographics, including women, men, girls, boys, and kids. The platform offers a wide range of products, such as shirts, blouses, dresses, jackets, and accessories, catering to diverse fashion needs. Founded in 2014, Repassa emphasizes community engagement by rewarding customers who invite friends and recommend products, fostering a collaborative environment for both buyers and sellers.

Zumpy

Seed Round in 2018
Zumpy provides an application for carpooling. The Company is based in Brazil.

Petitebox

Venture Round in 2018
Petitebox Serviços de Marketing Ltda retails baby products and accessories on subscription. The company provides online subscription of baby toys, apparel, personal care products, and prams. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

Motoboy.com

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Motoboy COM offers delivery services. The Company is based in Joinville, Brazil.

Loft

Venture Round in 2018
Loft Holdings Ltd operates Loft, a digital platform designed to streamline the buying and selling of residential real estate in Brazil. Established in 2018 and headquartered in São Paulo, Loft serves as the country's first transactional marketplace for this sector. It enables users to sell their apartments, receive offers, exchange properties, and purchase from a curated selection of listings. The platform utilizes proprietary transaction data and a comprehensive digital workflow to modernize the homebuying experience, aligning it with contemporary e-commerce practices. Additionally, Loft collaborates with individuals, brokers, and publicly listed real estate investment trusts to facilitate transactions, while also integrating various related services to enhance customer experience.

Pedala

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Pedala is a logistics company specializing in sustainable deliveries, offering the option of ecological delivery. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Repassa

Seed Round in 2018
Repassa Intermediação de Negócios LTDA. operates an online marketplace based in São Paulo, Brazil, focusing on the buying and selling of apparel for various demographics, including women, men, girls, boys, and kids. The platform offers a wide range of products, such as shirts, blouses, dresses, jackets, and accessories, catering to diverse fashion needs. Founded in 2014, Repassa emphasizes community engagement by rewarding customers who invite friends and recommend products, fostering a collaborative environment for both buyers and sellers.

Repassa

Seed Round in 2017
Repassa Intermediação de Negócios LTDA. operates an online marketplace based in São Paulo, Brazil, focusing on the buying and selling of apparel for various demographics, including women, men, girls, boys, and kids. The platform offers a wide range of products, such as shirts, blouses, dresses, jackets, and accessories, catering to diverse fashion needs. Founded in 2014, Repassa emphasizes community engagement by rewarding customers who invite friends and recommend products, fostering a collaborative environment for both buyers and sellers.

World Tech Makers

Venture Round in 2017
We are pioneering on-site, beginner-focused coding bootcamps in Latin America. Introducing Bootcamps.online, e-lessons for programmers with experienced programming teachers across the world.

Guiabolso

Series D in 2017
GuiaBolso is a digital platform in Brazil that connects consumers to various financial products through an in-app marketplace, enabling real-time access and origination. By utilizing proprietary bank account aggregation technology, GuiaBolso offers users a comprehensive view of their finances, along with free credit bureau reports. This innovative approach allows users to access a range of fairly-priced loans based on actual credit risk, which is particularly significant in a market lacking a national credit score and characterized by high interest spreads. The platform also streamlines budgeting and financial control, automating processes and helping users select financial products from a curated list of partners. GuiaBolso's mission is to enhance individuals' financial well-being by providing the necessary information for better financial decision-making.

Vai.Car

Venture Round in 2017
Vai.Car is a startup from Brazil that allows users to rent one of its cars through its app.

Tarefa.co

Venture Round in 2017
Tarefa S.A.S. operates an innovative online platform, Tarefa.co, designed to connect students with mathematics professionals across Latin America. Based in Bogotá, Colombia, the platform enables users to receive immediate assistance with math exercises from validated experts, available 24/7 in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. With a growing user base of over 5,000 and more than 1,000 customers across 11 countries, Tarefa.co has facilitated the resolution of over 18,000 math questions. The company has recently expanded its operations into Brazil and is planning to launch mobile applications for both Android and iOS, further enhancing its accessibility and support for students in need of mathematical assistance.

Fofuuu

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Fofuuu Soluções para Saúde e Educação Ltda. provides an application with games for children. The Company is based in Brazil.

Pet Booking

Pre Seed Round in 2017
PetBooking offers an e-marketplace for companies providing pet related services. It began operation in July 2015, with its headquarters in São Paulo in Brazil.

Petitebox

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Petitebox Serviços de Marketing Ltda retails baby products and accessories on subscription. The company provides online subscription of baby toys, apparel, personal care products, and prams. The company was incorporated in 2013 and is based in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

B2Capital

Pre Seed Round in 2017
B2Capital offers an online platform for the management of product exchange and accounts payable. It has its headquarters in Sao Paulo in Brazil.

HotelQuando

Pre Seed Round in 2016
HotelQuando is a global online hotel booking platform that enables users to book rooms at a fair price. The reservations can be made in hotels in Brazil for packages, after all, it is not fair to pay a night when it takes only a few hours. In addition to the date, people can decide what time to enter the hotel. Once the arrival time is set, people can choose a package of hours that meets the need. HotelQuando was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil.

Repassa

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Repassa Intermediação de Negócios LTDA. operates an online marketplace based in São Paulo, Brazil, focusing on the buying and selling of apparel for various demographics, including women, men, girls, boys, and kids. The platform offers a wide range of products, such as shirts, blouses, dresses, jackets, and accessories, catering to diverse fashion needs. Founded in 2014, Repassa emphasizes community engagement by rewarding customers who invite friends and recommend products, fostering a collaborative environment for both buyers and sellers.

Motonow

Venture Round in 2013
Motonow is changing how the delivery sector operates in Brazil.