The Ark Fund

The Ark Fund, established in 2016 and based in Mexico City, is a venture capital firm that focuses on providing networked capital to early-stage entrepreneurs in Latin America. By investing at critical moments, the fund helps startups with working capital, market validation, and customer acquisition, positioning them for future funding rounds. The firm targets sectors such as fintech, consumer goods, health, education, and enterprise software, recognizing the potential of Latin America as a hub for innovation with its large Spanish-speaking population and robust economies. The Ark Fund also plays a vital role in connecting high-net-worth individuals and professional investors with emerging opportunities, offering investment training and access to a collaborative funding ecosystem that supports extraordinary startups. Through these efforts, The Ark Fund aims to foster innovation and drive economic transformation in the region.

Raul Manterola

Investor

Past deals in Colombia

MejorCDT

Seed Round in 2022
Luable is a fintech company that enables users to compare and invest in high yield savings account without stepping into a bank.

Konvex

Seed Round in 2022
Developer of API (application programming interface) platform designed to simplifiy the underwriting process for companies, reducing costs and time. The company offers services that connect with major ERPs (enterprise resource planning) and accounting systems, saving up on integration and maintenance by obtaining crucial financial information such as P&Ls (profit and loss) and balances, they reduce the risk of default and AI (artificial intelligence) streamlines financial data querying for risk analysts, enabling faster and more accurate decisions.

Porter Metrics

Seed Round in 2022
Porter Metrics has developed an automated solution for generating social media reports in minutes.

Saludtools

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Saludtools is a digital platform focused on enhancing access, quality, and reliability of medical services for patients across Latin America. By leveraging innovative technology, Saludtools facilitates virtual consultations through a mobile application, allowing medical personnel to connect with patients remotely. The platform enables users to upload clinical laboratory results, schedule appointments, and transfer medical records digitally. This approach aims to eliminate barriers to effective healthcare, ultimately making quality medical attention more accessible to a broader audience.

Contxto

Seed Round in 2020
Contxto is a media and data company focused on the startup, technology, and venture capital landscape in Latin America. It delivers content in both English and Spanish, covering a wide range of topics related to startups across countries such as Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, Argentina, and Chile. The company's platform serves as a valuable resource for exclusive insights, breaking news, and data related to the tech and entrepreneurship sectors. By providing timely information, Contxto assists investors and stakeholders in making informed business decisions while staying up-to-date with the latest developments in the region's dynamic startup ecosystem.

Torre

Seed Round in 2020
Torre is a recruitment and talent search platform that focuses on matching candidates with companies through advanced algorithms. It serves as a professional network specifically designed for remote and flexible work opportunities. Founded in 2002, Torre is headquartered in San Francisco, California, and has an additional office in Bogotá, Colombia. The platform aims to connect talent from unconventional career backgrounds with suitable professional roles, promoting a diverse and inclusive approach to hiring.

Vozy

Seed Round in 2020
Vozy Inc is a company that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence platform aimed at enhancing business communications. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Medellín, Colombia, with additional offices in several Latin American countries, Spain, and the United States, Vozy offers a voice AI solution that enables companies to engage with customers more effectively. Its flagship product, Lili Assistant, is a voicebot that leverages contextual voice assistants and conversational AI to facilitate automated communications and improve productivity. By utilizing this technology, businesses can provide personalized customer experiences at scale while simultaneously reducing operational costs.

Symplifica

Seed Round in 2019
Symplifica is a Colombian company focused on software development for human resources, particularly in the area of domestic work management. The company offers a platform that facilitates the hiring of domestic employees by providing a range of services. Users benefit from contract generation, monthly payroll calculations, and a digital folder for document storage. Additionally, the platform enables day-to-day contract management, allowing users to automate processes and receive alerts related to their employment needs. This comprehensive approach streamlines the management of domestic work, enhancing efficiency for both employers and employees.

Ubanku

Seed Round in 2019
ComidaenlaU is a platform where University Community can order food on-demand in campus colleges in LATAM and get it delivered by students.

Truora

Seed Round in 2019
Truora, Inc. operates an online platform specializing in background checks and identity theft detection. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Colombia, Mexico, and Brazil, the company utilizes advanced technologies such as optical character recognition (OCR) for digital onboarding, real-time face recognition for user validation, and identity management to streamline the Know Your Customer (KYC) process. Truora's platform can handle over 10,000 checks per hour, offering fast and innovative solutions tailored to the needs of various clients, including national and international retailers, banks, human resource firms, and marketplaces. By leveraging its technical and analytical expertise, Truora ensures a high-quality service experience for its clients' risk management and digital teams.

Ubits

Seed Round in 2018
UBITS is an online learning platform for skilling employees in Latin America. Through education we empower every person and every organization in Latin America

Liftit

Seed Round in 2017
Liftit is a B2B logistics company that connects providers of cargo transportation services with companies or people who need this service. It is a marketplace that connects shippers who need to deliver home goods, electronics, construction materials, and anything that fits into a truck with independent truck drivers who can fulfill those needs. The company's platform is intended to use technological innovation to connect, optimize, measure analyze, and solve problems in the logistics industry. Founded in 2017, Liftit is headquartered in Bogotá, Colombia.

Tarefa

Venture Round in 2016
Tarefa S.A.S. is an online academic support platform based in Bogota, Colombia, that connects students with professional educators specializing in mathematics. The platform allows students who struggle with math problems to receive assistance from validated professionals in real-time, available 24/7 in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. Since its inception, Tarefa has gained over 5,000 users and more than 1,000 customers across 11 countries, facilitating the resolution of over 18,000 math questions. The company has recently expanded its operations into Brazil and plans to launch mobile applications for both Android and iOS, enhancing accessibility for learners seeking immediate help with their math exercises.
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