DXA Invest

DXA Invest, established in 2012, is a private equity firm headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, with an additional office in New York. The company specializes in providing growth capital to small and mid-sized enterprises, primarily in Brazil and the United States. DXA focuses on investing in companies operating in sectors such as food tech, fintech, clothing, and cybersecurity. The firm considers Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria in its investment decisions and encourages companies to contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). DXA typically invests in companies with an EBITDA between R$3 million and R$5 million, committing between R$95 million and R$100 million in equity per fund, and aims to exit within five years. The firm prefers to take majority stakes in companies.

Oscar Decotelli

Co-Founder, Managing Partner and CEO

Flavio Ramos

Managing Partner and Co-Head of Private Equity

Ricardo Salgado

Partner and CFO

11 past transactions

Flapper

Series A in 2024
Flapper Technologies LTDA., established in 2017 and headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil, operates an aviation marketplace specializing in on-demand private aviation services. The company's flagship platform, Flapper, facilitates bookings for helicopters and private jets, offering both full charters and shared flights, known as 'pay-per-seat' services. Flapper's proprietary technology enables near real-time booking, pricing, and payment, utilizing a vast inventory of over 4000 safety-vetted aircraft. The platform caters to a wide range of travel needs, including access to premium destinations typically inaccessible to commercial aviation.

A de Agro

Series A in 2024
Developer of a credit application designed to deliver suitable credit to farmers based on the quality of their crops. The company's platform uses satellite imagery and artificial intelligence to estimate production history, offering fairer credit, enabling producers and financiers with fair credit and safe operation respectively.

Flapper

Series A in 2022
Flapper Technologies LTDA., established in 2017 and headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil, operates an aviation marketplace specializing in on-demand private aviation services. The company's flagship platform, Flapper, facilitates bookings for helicopters and private jets, offering both full charters and shared flights, known as 'pay-per-seat' services. Flapper's proprietary technology enables near real-time booking, pricing, and payment, utilizing a vast inventory of over 4000 safety-vetted aircraft. The platform caters to a wide range of travel needs, including access to premium destinations typically inaccessible to commercial aviation.

B4A

Series A in 2022
B4A is transforming the beauty industry in Brazil, the fourth largest beauty market globally, through its innovative online beauty-tech platform. The company operates multiple business units, including Glambox, which is the largest beauty subscription service in Latin America, and Men's Market, the leading male-focused beauty e-commerce platform in Brazil. B4A's digital platform facilitates connections between beauty brands, consumers, and influencers by offering qualified experimentation, comprehensive exposure, and social commerce. This approach not only enhances the consumer experience but also allows digital influencers to advance their careers and create a positive social impact within the beauty sector.

Rizi Dental

Private Equity Round in 2022
Rizi Dental is a comprehensive dental center that specializes in oral health and aesthetics, offering a wide range of services across all dental specialties. The center is staffed by evaluators, implant dentists, general practitioners, prosthetists, orthodontists, pediatric dentists, endodontists, periodontists, and professionals in facial harmonization and oral maxillofacial care. Rizi Dental emphasizes the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of various dental conditions, including injuries and diseases affecting the teeth and gums. The facility integrates advanced digital technology, allowing for on-site examinations and orofacial photography to enhance patient monitoring and treatment outcomes. By focusing on delivering effective results, Rizi Dental aims to provide patients with high-quality care tailored to their individual needs.

Docg Store

Private Equity Round in 2021
Docg Store is the first direct selling company of the pet segment in Brazil. The company is Drogavet's sister brand and is born with more than 15 years of experience in the veterinary field, working to improve the quality of life of the animals.

NoMoo Plant-Based

Series A in 2021
NoMoo Plant-Based is a manufacturer of fermented cashew nut cheeses and yogurts, specializing in plant-based milk products as sustainable alternatives to animal-based offerings. The company produces a variety of vegan products, including cheese, yogurt, mayonnaise, and French-style fermented butter, all made from locally sourced cashews. By focusing on these plant-based options, NoMoo Plant-Based aims to provide consumers with delicious and environmentally friendly choices that celebrate Brazilian cuisine.

Greenpeople

Private Equity Round in 2020
Greenpeople is a producer of cold-pressed fruit juices, focusing on delivering fresh, natural products to supermarket chains and retailers. The company employs a hydraulic press system to extract juices from fruits and vegetables, ensuring that the nutrients and flavors are preserved without the use of pasteurization. This approach allows consumers to enjoy wholesome and healthy beverages made from real, natural ingredients. Greenpeople emphasizes the importance of freshness and the quality of its offerings, aligning with its belief in the perfection of nature.

Sikur

Series A in 2019
Sikur is a global information technology and security company based in Sao Paulo, Brazil, with additional offices in the United States and Europe. It specializes in developing encryption-based platforms designed to ensure secure communication. Sikur's offerings include encrypted smartphones, secure digital-banking apps, and encryption applications for chatting, document sharing, and phone and video calls. The company caters to governments and corporations that prioritize security as fundamental to their operations. Sikur's approach emphasizes that security is not just about platforms and digital systems but a mindset integrated into every aspect of the business.

MODERN LOGISTICS

Series A in 2015
Modern Logistics is a leading provider of third-party logistics services in Brazil, offering a comprehensive range of transportation solutions including air and land transport, storage, cold chain, and reverse logistics. With a network of over 14,000 trucks, eight distribution centers, and a proprietary fleet of five Boeing 737s, the company ensures efficient logistics across the country. Modern Logistics has developed an integrated platform that connects seamlessly with clients' internal systems, catering to both large industrial clients and e-commerce providers. In 2019, the company launched the MOJO platform, a marketplace designed to connect industry players, suppliers, and producers from rural areas. With an addressable market valued at approximately $145 billion, Modern Logistics positions itself as a robust player in the logistics sector, significantly larger than the total e-commerce logistics market in Brazil.

Zee.Dog

Venture Round in 2012
Zee.Dog is a lifestyle brand based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, specializing in premium, design-oriented products for dogs. The company offers a range of accessories including leashes, collars, bandanas, poop bags, bowls, and treats. Its products are crafted with a focus on style and functionality, catering to the needs and preferences of pet owners. Zee.Dog sells its offerings through online platforms and physical stores across various regions, including South America, North America, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Australia. This approach allows the brand to connect with dog owners globally, providing them with trendy and well-designed pet products.
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