Endeavor

Endeavor is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting high-impact entrepreneurs globally, with the aim of fostering long-term economic growth. Established in 1997 and headquartered in New York City, Endeavor operates in various countries, including Argentina, Brazil, and South Africa, among others. The organization identifies, mentors, and accelerates entrepreneurs who have the potential to create substantial economic impact in their regions. In addition to its core mission, Endeavor Catalyst, the venture capital arm of Endeavor Global, focuses on making growth equity investments in startups across sectors such as agriculture, fintech, and healthcare. Established in 2012, Endeavor Catalyst typically invests in companies generating revenues between $0.5 million and $15 million and participates in financing rounds of $5 million or more. This co-investment model not only supports the entrepreneurs but also contributes to the sustainability of Endeavor's broader initiatives.

Maha AbdelAzim

Associate

Mark Eisenberg

Associate, Retail and Tech Commerce

Eva Goldstein

Finance Manager

Joanna Harries

Vice President, Entrepreneur Selection and Growth

Daniela Terminel

Vice President, Entrepreneur Selection and Growth

David Wachtel

Senior Vice President, Marketing, Communications and Partnerships

Past deals in Colombia

R5

Seed Round in 2022
Grupo R5 Ltda operates R5, provides mortgages loans and insurance policy using assets, such as cars and motorcycles as collateral to customers in Bogota, Medellin, Cali, and Bucaramanga. It enables users to buy and provides consulting services online. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Bogotá, Colombia.

Habi

Series C in 2022
Habi operates a proprietary pricing algorithm and platform to simplify the homeownership lifecycle throughout Latin America. The company provides middle-class customers buy and sell their homes more quickly and efficiently, without the uncertainty of traditional real estate transactions. Habi was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Bogotá, Colombia.

Bold

Series B in 2022
Bold Media, Inc. owns and operates an internal blog platform for knowledge and ideas that automatically get pushed to the appropriate channel and keeps everyone in the loop. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is based in San Francisco, California.

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

Tul

Series B in 2022
Tül offers an application where users can buy hardware and construction products directly from their phone, at the time that best suits them and their business. It is their right hand for the purchase of all hardware and construction products. Users will find the best prices on their purchases, they can buy what they want when they want it and they will receive what it is when it is.

Job&Talent

Series E in 2021
Jobandtalent is an on-demand staffing marketplace that aims to make the labour market much more liquid and transparent, helping companies to hire in a more flexible way and with the mission of being part of the reduction of the unemployment in the world. We at the labour market has evolved from a very structured state into an extremely flexible one. Companies are demanding flexibility which has resulted in the growth of liquidity in the market. However, the flexible state of the labour market is also leaving the workers in a vulnerable and unprotected employment situation. We at Jobandtalent have created a Workforce as a Service (WaaS) platform in order to make this labour flexibility beneficial for both companies and workers alike. Our offices are located in the UK, Spain, Germany, Sweden, Mexico, and Colombia, and we have plans of further expansion to France and Italy by the end of the year.

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.

Addi

Series B in 2021
Addi is a technology company that provides credit and banking solutions. Addi is headquartered in Bogota, Colombia.

La Haus

Series B in 2021
La Haus offers an online residential platform designed to help people to find an ideal home. Its platform lists multiple properties to choose from and provides recommendations from real estate specialists on best alternatives which are completely free, enabling users to get an organized way to find a home and save money. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Medellín, Antioquia.

Addi

Series B in 2021
Addi is a technology company that provides credit and banking solutions. Addi is headquartered in Bogota, Colombia.

Yalo

Series C in 2021
Yalochat, Inc. develops a customer service chatbot and artificial intelligence platform for businesses. The company offers customer interaction on Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, and WeChat. Its platform enables businesses with a chatbot with an optimized flow that handles customer requests to the point of payment and fulfillment. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Newark, Delaware with additional offices in India, China, Colombia, Brazil, and Mexico.

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.

Hotmart

Venture Round in 2019
Hotmart is a Content Distribution Platform for digital products. With it, you can sell and deliver digital products such as online courses, ebooks, video, software and others. If you don’t have a digital product to sell you can become affiliated to them, helping promote them and earning commissions for it. Hotmart started operating in 2011 and it has been the market leader in Latin America. Currently, we are expanding our business globally with offices in Spain, Colombia, México and Holland, and preparing to start operations in many other countries, allowing more people, all over the world, to make a living out of their passions.

Merqueo

Series A in 2019
Merqueo is an online grocery delivery service based in Bogota, Colombia, founded in 2015. The company operates a digital platform where customers can browse and purchase a wide range of grocery items from their favorite brands. With a focus on convenience, Merqueo allows customers to pay using various methods and ensures that orders are delivered directly to their doorsteps. This service caters to the growing demand for accessible and efficient grocery shopping solutions in Colombia.

Xertica

Series A in 2018
Xertica Labs Inc. operates as a cloud consulting company. It offers smart key, password, signature, files, cleaner, news, cards, directory, access, and training to companies that strengthen the security control of information and communication. The cloud computing consultancy services helps companies to improve communication, collaboration, security, productivity, and business profitability. Xertica Labs Inc. was founded in 2016 and is based in San Francisco, California with additional offices in Bogota, Columbia; Miguel Hidalgo and Monterrey, Mexico; Samborondón and Quito, Ecuador; Lima, Peru; and Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Rappi

Venture Round in 2017
Rappi S.A.S. is an online delivery platform that offers a variety of services, including food, grocery, and clothing delivery. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Bogotá, Colombia, the company operates in several Latin American countries, including Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Peru, and Uruguay. Rappi connects consumers with independent contractors who fulfill their orders, making it a versatile choice for those seeking convenience in their shopping needs. The platform has gained popularity for its ability to deliver a wide range of products quickly and efficiently.

OFI

Series A in 2017
OFI is a Colombian company founded in 2014 and headquartered in Bogota. It operates a B2B portal that specializes in providing a range of products, including stationery, software, and hardware. The company focuses on delivering technology solutions tailored to the needs of small, medium, and large enterprises. By offering this diverse array of products, OFI aims to support businesses in their operational needs and enhance their productivity.

Rappi

Series A in 2016
Rappi S.A.S. is an online delivery platform that offers a variety of services, including food, grocery, and clothing delivery. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Bogotá, Colombia, the company operates in several Latin American countries, including Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Peru, and Uruguay. Rappi connects consumers with independent contractors who fulfill their orders, making it a versatile choice for those seeking convenience in their shopping needs. The platform has gained popularity for its ability to deliver a wide range of products quickly and efficiently.

Rappi

Series A in 2016
Rappi S.A.S. is an online delivery platform that offers a variety of services, including food, grocery, and clothing delivery. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Bogotá, Colombia, the company operates in several Latin American countries, including Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Peru, and Uruguay. Rappi connects consumers with independent contractors who fulfill their orders, making it a versatile choice for those seeking convenience in their shopping needs. The platform has gained popularity for its ability to deliver a wide range of products quickly and efficiently.

Bodytech

Series B in 2016
Bodytech, the second-largest gym company in Latin America, was created in 1997 by Nicolás Loaiza and Gigliola Aycardi as part of their MBA graduation project for the University of the Andes in Bogota, Colombia. Currently, it has more than 75 locations in Colombia, 18 in Peru, and 48 in Chile. Its aim is to help more people in Latin America improve their health and well-being through exercise and improved nutrition. Bodytech's offerings include full service gyms, high performance gyms, gyms for children and Life Fitness gym products sold for personal and commercial use. Bodytech is focused on building full-service gym locations across Latin America with offerings such as advanced cardio and weight training, group fitness classes, swimming pools, saunas and spa services. In addition, Bodytech has a network of doctors, physiotherapists, and nutritionists to provide integrated health services to its members. Bodytech is an active member of Endeavor, the leading high-impact entrepreneurship network around the world. Aycardi and Loaiza were nominees to the World Entrepreneur of the Year Award from Ernst & Young in 2015.