Distrito

Distrito is a Brazilian venture capital firm and venture-building campus based in São Paulo, specializing in early-stage tech startups. Founded in 2014, it operates two tech campuses that host over 40 startups and more than 70 entrepreneurs. Distrito offers shared-desk workspaces in the upscale Jardins neighborhood, fostering a dynamic ecosystem for innovation and collaboration. In addition to financial investments, Distrito provides strategic support to startups, helping them refine their business models and increasing their chances of success. The firm also emphasizes the importance of networking, market intelligence, and access to emerging technologies, aiding startups in focusing on their core operations and driving growth.

Gustavo Gierun

Co-Founder, CEO and Managing Partner

Bruno Paludo

Managing Partner

9 past transactions

BLU365

Venture Round in 2021
BLU365 operates a digital trading platform that facilitates debt negotiations for Brazilian consumers. The platform is designed to be user-friendly and intuitive, allowing clients to manage their debts effectively. By analyzing individual client profiles before proposing negotiation strategies, BLU365 enhances operational efficiency and improves outcomes for its users. The company has successfully conducted thousands of online negotiations across various sectors, aiming to provide tailored solutions that help customers maintain financial stability year-round.

Monetus

Seed Round in 2017
Monetus Investimentos LTDA, based in Brazil, is transforming the investment landscape by focusing on financial planning and personalized investment strategies. The company aims to empower individuals to achieve their financial goals through tailored portfolio recommendations and expert guidance. With a commitment to enhancing financial well-being, Monetus has already impacted over 60,000 Brazilians. Recognized for its innovative and socially responsible approach, the company has been featured in notable publications such as Valor Econômico, Forbes, and Inc. Magazine. Situated in San Pedro Valley, a prominent startup hub in Latin America, Monetus has attracted venture capital from leading financial executives, including founders of billion-dollar hedge funds. Its mission is to help clients better manage, protect, and grow their wealth through technology and design-driven solutions.

Vesteer

Angel Round in 2017
Vesteer, established in 2015, is the leading on-demand e-commerce platform in Latin America, specializing in user-created and sold products. With a substantial community profit distribution exceeding USD 4 million, Vesteer has pioneered this business model, attracting users from over 30 countries across five continents and facilitating the sale of more than 200,000 products. The platform simplifies the process for individuals to create and sell high-quality products without incurring costs or risks. It supports entrepreneurs by managing all aspects of product development, including design, sales, customer service, production, manufacturing, shipping, and logistics. Vesteer is now focusing on integrating print-on-demand technology into its production processes, further enhancing its innovative approach to e-commerce.

Vesteer

Angel Round in 2016
Vesteer, established in 2015, is the leading on-demand e-commerce platform in Latin America, specializing in user-created and sold products. With a substantial community profit distribution exceeding USD 4 million, Vesteer has pioneered this business model, attracting users from over 30 countries across five continents and facilitating the sale of more than 200,000 products. The platform simplifies the process for individuals to create and sell high-quality products without incurring costs or risks. It supports entrepreneurs by managing all aspects of product development, including design, sales, customer service, production, manufacturing, shipping, and logistics. Vesteer is now focusing on integrating print-on-demand technology into its production processes, further enhancing its innovative approach to e-commerce.

RankMyApp

Seed Round in 2016
RankMyApp is a company that specializes in app store optimization, providing a tool that enhances the visibility and organic downloads of applications in app stores. Founded in 2015 by Leandro Scalise, the company is headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil, with an additional office in San Francisco, California. Its sophisticated algorithm helps users optimize various aspects of their applications, including titles, descriptions, icons, screenshots, categories, keywords, and competitor analysis. By focusing on strategic keywords, RankMyApp enables clients to improve their app rankings and attract new users while retaining existing ones.

Neon

Seed Round in 2015
Neon is a Brazilian fintech company established in 2016, focused on enhancing and simplifying financial experiences through technology and design. Employing over 250 individuals, Neon primarily offers a digital banking platform that allows users to manage their finances without the need for physical branches. The platform enables customers to perform various banking activities, including making payments, issuing slips, and utilizing virtual cards, all accessible via smartphones. In 2018, Neon secured 72 million reais in Series A funding from notable investors such as Propel Ventures, Monashees, and Quona, among others. To facilitate the custody and settlement of its accounts, Neon has partnered with Banco Votorantim.

Contentools

Angel Round in 2015
Contentools is a content marketing software company that assists businesses in enhancing their website traffic, generating leads, and converting clients. Founded on February 7, 2014, by Elton Miranda and Emilia Chagas, the company is headquartered in Florianopolis, Brazil. Its platform allows users to create and manage their workflows efficiently, integrating strategy development, content creation, and analytics tracking. Contentools also fosters a community of marketing professionals, encouraging collaboration and the exchange of ideas to drive effective growth strategies. The software is designed to support learning-driven teams in prioritizing and analyzing data to achieve scalable and sustainable business growth.

Neon

Pre Seed Round in 2014
Neon is a Brazilian fintech company established in 2016, focused on enhancing and simplifying financial experiences through technology and design. Employing over 250 individuals, Neon primarily offers a digital banking platform that allows users to manage their finances without the need for physical branches. The platform enables customers to perform various banking activities, including making payments, issuing slips, and utilizing virtual cards, all accessible via smartphones. In 2018, Neon secured 72 million reais in Series A funding from notable investors such as Propel Ventures, Monashees, and Quona, among others. To facilitate the custody and settlement of its accounts, Neon has partnered with Banco Votorantim.

Distrito

Seed Round in 2014
Distrito is a venture-building campus located in the Jardins neighborhood of São Paulo, Brazil, serving as a hub for early-stage startups and entrepreneurs. It features over 58 shared-desk workspaces and is home to more than 40 startups and 120 entrepreneurs. Distrito Ventures, the venture capital arm of the organization, focuses on early and seed-stage technology startups, offering financial investment alongside strategic support. The organization works closely with its portfolio companies to refine their business strategies and models, enhancing their chances of success and scalability. With a dynamic ecosystem, Distrito fosters collaboration and innovation among its members, aiming to cultivate the next wave of technology-driven enterprises.
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