FJ Labs

FJ Labs is a venture capital firm based in New York, founded in 2015 by Fabrice Grinda. The firm is stage-agnostic, focusing on marketplaces and consumer-facing startups, with a particular emphasis on sectors such as B2B, B2C, financial services, mobile technology, advertisement technology, e-commerce, food technology, gaming, health technology, real estate technology, restaurant technology, ridesharing, SaaS, and virtual reality. FJ Labs invests primarily in seed and Series A rounds, with an investment range between $50,000 and $5,000,000. The firm has backed notable companies including Alibaba Group, Beepi, BrightRoll, Betterment, ADORE ME, and Earnest.

Matias Barbero

Venture Capital

Zineb Belghiti

Analyst

Camila Bustamante

Investor

William Guillouard

Operating Partner

Arne Halleraker

Partner

Erez Kalir

Venture Partner

Chris Keshian

Investor

Ariel Lebowits

CFO

Jose Marin

Founding Partner

Anshul Ruparell

Founder

Luke Skertich

Investor

Andrea Xu

Investor

Past deals in Mexico

Valoreo

Series B in 2022
Valoreo is an e-commerce holding company that specializes in acquiring, operating, and scaling successful e-commerce brands primarily in Latin America. The company focuses on brands with excellent customer reviews and proven success as top sellers in niche categories with high-growth potential. By consolidating outstanding startups that offer category-leading products, Valoreo enhances their operations and develops its own brands in-house. This strategy allows Valoreo to help its clients significantly scale their businesses and advance to the next stage of development.

Mundi

Series A in 2022
Developer of an international factoring platform designed to access capital, exchange currencies, and reduce the risks of trading internationally. The company's platform provides cross-border trade, trade development, strategy, freight, and international trade services to help small and medium-sized enterprises, enabling manufacturers and traders to change their currencies digitally and without bureaucracy.

Nexu

Series A in 2022
Nexu is a financing platform used by car dealerships to offer financing to more car buyers in a 100% digital and real-time experience. Nexu's platform uses AI, statistical algorithms and technology automation.

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.

SkydropX

Series A in 2021
Skydropx, Inc. is a logistics marketplace based in Mexico that connects businesses with independent local distributors and shipping providers for efficient product delivery. The company offers a platform that manages and regulates shipments, consolidating volume to provide discounted rates. Its technology integrates seamlessly with users' shopping carts through API, allowing for real-time tracking and management of shipments. By utilizing a network of independent drivers, Skydropx enables companies to send and receive parcels in a streamlined manner, enhancing the overall delivery process.

Reworth

Seed Round in 2021
Reworth is a developer of a payment relationship marketing platform that facilitates connections between financial institutions and merchants, fostering a data-driven ecosystem for customer engagement. The company offers an API tool that enables the creation of reward programs, providing cashback incentives to consumers for their purchases. This approach helps banks enhance their market share and profitability while equipping merchants with valuable insights through real-time business intelligence and competitor analysis. By leveraging marketing data, Reworth enables businesses to accurately predict consumer behavior and deliver personalized experiences that resonate with their customers. The company aims to create a mutually beneficial ecosystem for financial institutions, merchants, and consumers, ultimately increasing transaction volumes and aligning incentives across all parties involved.

GAIA

Series C in 2021
GAIA operates a prominent e-commerce platform for furniture in Mexico, providing a diverse selection of high-quality products that includes sofas, chairs, drawers, dressers, bureaus, tables, desks, rugs, lamps, textiles, paintings, and various accessories. The company showcases a range of styles, from contemporary to traditional, artisan, industrial, and retro, catering to a wide array of consumer preferences. By offering well-crafted home furnishing products at affordable prices, GAIA aims to enhance the shopping experience for customers seeking to furnish their spaces.

Kocomo

Seed Round in 2021
Kocomo is an early-stage proptech startup focused on revolutionizing second home ownership through a transparent marketplace for luxury properties. The company offers a co-ownership model that allows up to eight families to jointly own vacation homes, making luxury living more accessible. Users can browse available properties on the platform and reserve dates for their visits, ensuring that they enjoy well-equipped homes with all necessary amenities at a subsidized cost. Initially launched in Mexico, Kocomo aims to help individuals achieve their dream of vacation home ownership while fostering memorable experiences. With backing from prominent investors across the U.S., Europe, and Latin America, Kocomo is positioned to expand its innovative approach to property ownership globally.

Orchata

Seed Round in 2021
Orchata is a company that specializes in providing a Software-as-a-Service platform tailored for grocery stores and various food suppliers. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Monterrey, Mexico, Orchata's platform streamlines operations by enabling suppliers to manage online order processing, payment acceptance, delivery route optimization, and promotional activities. Additionally, it offers valuable analytics on revenue, orders, and customer behavior, facilitating a comprehensive digital transformation for businesses in the grocery, meat, produce, and seafood sectors.

Orchata

Seed Round in 2021
Orchata is a company that specializes in providing a Software-as-a-Service platform tailored for grocery stores and various food suppliers. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Monterrey, Mexico, Orchata's platform streamlines operations by enabling suppliers to manage online order processing, payment acceptance, delivery route optimization, and promotional activities. Additionally, it offers valuable analytics on revenue, orders, and customer behavior, facilitating a comprehensive digital transformation for businesses in the grocery, meat, produce, and seafood sectors.

JOKR

Series A in 2021
JOKR is a grocery and delivery platform that provides hyper-local product delivery services. The company offers customers delivery of an assortment of grocery and retail items to their doorstep in less than 15 minutes. It aims to democratize retail by bringing together global suppliers' all-time favorite products and local brands to support the small businesses in every neighborhood while minimizing waste. JOKR currently operates hubs in cities including New York, São Paolo, Mexico City, Bogota, Lima, Warsaw, and Vienna. It was headquartered in New York, New York in 2021.

Manzana Verde

Seed Round in 2021
Balanced meal delivery according to your goals. We are in Piura, Lima, and Mexico City. Manzana Verde is a Meal delivery and nutritional advice monthly subscription platform that achieves nutritional goals.

Belvo

Series A in 2021
Belvo Technologies, Inc. operates an open banking API platform that allows companies to access and interpret banking and financial information. Founded in 2020 and based in Dover, Delaware, Belvo's platform facilitates the retrieval of data such as bank account statements, historical transactions, account ownership verification, and tax information. By providing a developer-friendly interface, Belvo enables businesses in Latin America to create more efficient and inclusive financial products. Its comprehensive services streamline the process from client registration to data retrieval, helping businesses enhance their operations and explore new revenue opportunities within the open finance sector.

Valoreo

Seed Round in 2021
Valoreo is an e-commerce holding company that specializes in acquiring, operating, and scaling successful e-commerce brands primarily in Latin America. The company focuses on brands with excellent customer reviews and proven success as top sellers in niche categories with high-growth potential. By consolidating outstanding startups that offer category-leading products, Valoreo enhances their operations and develops its own brands in-house. This strategy allows Valoreo to help its clients significantly scale their businesses and advance to the next stage of development.

minu

Series A in 2021
Minu Servicios, S.A.P.I de C.V. operates an application called minu, which allows employees in Mexico to access their earned salaries before the official payroll date. By providing this service, Minu aims to enhance the financial well-being of workers, enabling them to manage their finances more effectively. The company collaborates with human resources departments to implement its solution, which is designed to improve employee satisfaction, retention, and talent attraction. Minu is backed by prominent institutional investors in the FinTech sector, reflecting its potential to transform the payroll experience in Mexico.

Mundi

Seed Round in 2021
Developer of an international factoring platform designed to access capital, exchange currencies, and reduce the risks of trading internationally. The company's platform provides cross-border trade, trade development, strategy, freight, and international trade services to help small and medium-sized enterprises, enabling manufacturers and traders to change their currencies digitally and without bureaucracy.

Valoreo

Seed Round in 2021
Valoreo is an e-commerce holding company that specializes in acquiring, operating, and scaling successful e-commerce brands primarily in Latin America. The company focuses on brands with excellent customer reviews and proven success as top sellers in niche categories with high-growth potential. By consolidating outstanding startups that offer category-leading products, Valoreo enhances their operations and develops its own brands in-house. This strategy allows Valoreo to help its clients significantly scale their businesses and advance to the next stage of development.

Job&talent

Series C in 2021
Job&Talent operates as an on-demand staffing marketplace designed to enhance the flexibility and transparency of the labor market. The platform addresses the growing demand from companies for adaptable hiring solutions while simultaneously working to reduce global unemployment. As the labor market shifts towards greater flexibility, workers often find themselves in precarious employment situations. Job&Talent offers a Workforce as a Service (WaaS) model that aims to create a mutually beneficial environment for both employers and employees. The company has established a presence in several countries, including the UK, Spain, Germany, Sweden, Mexico, and Colombia, with plans for expansion into France and Italy.

Vest Wealth Management

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Vest Wealth Management is a digital investment advisor focused on serving the middle class in emerging markets, particularly in Mexico and Latin America. The platform empowers users to begin investing with a minimum of 50 dollars in local funds and investment products. It offers tailored advice on existing savings plans and investment opportunities, helping individuals navigate their financial goals effectively. By emphasizing practical and achievable outcomes, Vest facilitates access to investment resources for professionals seeking to enhance their financial well-being.

Klar

Series A in 2020
Klar is a fintech company founded in 2018 in Mexico City, offering a mobile app and a debit card that functions similarly to a credit card. Users benefit from a straightforward cash-back system, earning up to 4% on purchases without complicated points or expiration issues. The Klar card allows clients to send and receive payments instantly to their Klar accounts and other banks, enhancing its utility as a financial tool. The mobile app provides real-time tracking of all transactions, ensuring users have a clear view of their financial activities. Klar aims to provide secure and cost-effective alternatives to traditional banking services, catering specifically to the needs of Mexican customers.

Chiper

Series A in 2020
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.

Oyster

Seed Round in 2020
Oyster Financial, Inc. is a financial services company that offers an online application designed to manage capital and simplify financial management for entrepreneurs, freelancers, and small to medium-sized enterprises. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, with additional offices in Mexico City and Kathmandu, Oyster provides a comprehensive digital platform that allows business owners to conduct various financial tasks directly from their mobile devices. Services include a Mastercard debit card, fee-free fund transfers, bill payments to over 70 service providers in Mexico, invoice management, and access to discounts at numerous locations. By streamlining these processes, Oyster aims to empower entrepreneurs to achieve their business goals and make informed financial decisions.

TrueHome

Series A in 2020
TrueHome Holdings, S.A.P.I. de C.V. is a Mexican real estate company based in Mexico City that offers a range of services to both businesses and individuals in the real estate sector. Founded in 2017, TrueHome aims to enhance the selling experience for homeowners by providing comprehensive support throughout the entire process. The company offers two payment plans: a single payment option that includes professional photography, a 360º property tour, architectural layout plans, sale brochures, and legal advice, and a "pay when selling" option that provides similar services without an exclusive commission. TrueHome also operates an online platform that facilitates property listings and assists clients in navigating the complexities of real estate transactions, ensuring transparency and efficiency in the process.

Moons

Venture Round in 2020
Moons is a health, wellness, and fitness company that offers dental services. Its services feature a new way to straighten teeth without using braces by providing transparent aligners. they create a 3D model of teeth, then, one of their specialists will design treatment. The company was founded in 2019 and headquartered in Mexico City, Distrito Federal.

Orchata

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Orchata is a company that specializes in providing a Software-as-a-Service platform tailored for grocery stores and various food suppliers. Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Monterrey, Mexico, Orchata's platform streamlines operations by enabling suppliers to manage online order processing, payment acceptance, delivery route optimization, and promotional activities. Additionally, it offers valuable analytics on revenue, orders, and customer behavior, facilitating a comprehensive digital transformation for businesses in the grocery, meat, produce, and seafood sectors.

Job&talent

Series C in 2019
Job&Talent operates as an on-demand staffing marketplace designed to enhance the flexibility and transparency of the labor market. The platform addresses the growing demand from companies for adaptable hiring solutions while simultaneously working to reduce global unemployment. As the labor market shifts towards greater flexibility, workers often find themselves in precarious employment situations. Job&Talent offers a Workforce as a Service (WaaS) model that aims to create a mutually beneficial environment for both employers and employees. The company has established a presence in several countries, including the UK, Spain, Germany, Sweden, Mexico, and Colombia, with plans for expansion into France and Italy.

Klar

Seed Round in 2019
Klar is a fintech company founded in 2018 in Mexico City, offering a mobile app and a debit card that functions similarly to a credit card. Users benefit from a straightforward cash-back system, earning up to 4% on purchases without complicated points or expiration issues. The Klar card allows clients to send and receive payments instantly to their Klar accounts and other banks, enhancing its utility as a financial tool. The mobile app provides real-time tracking of all transactions, ensuring users have a clear view of their financial activities. Klar aims to provide secure and cost-effective alternatives to traditional banking services, catering specifically to the needs of Mexican customers.

Kueski

Series B in 2019
Kueski, S.A.P.I. De C.V. Sofom E.N.R. is an online lending platform based in Guadalajara, Mexico, founded in 2012. Catering primarily to the middle class in Mexico and Latin America, Kueski offers a range of financial services, including personal credit, student loans, and savings options. The platform leverages big data and advanced analytics to facilitate quick loan approvals, often within minutes, making it a convenient choice for borrowers who require immediate financial assistance. With a paperless application process available 24/7, Kueski has rapidly established itself as a leading provider of online lending services in the region, having granted thousands of loans to date.

Alana

Seed Round in 2019
Alana operates an online job marketplace focused on the blue-collar sector, particularly in the hospitality and retail industries in Latin America. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Ciudad de México, the company provides a web and mobile application that connects companies with suitable candidates. Alana enhances the recruiting process by utilizing a chatbot for streamlined communication and an automated internal agenda for scheduling interviews. Additionally, the platform generates live reports that enable companies to monitor key human resources metrics, such as time spent on recruitment, employee turnover rates, and staff satisfaction. By addressing the challenges of employee turnover and inefficiencies in hiring, Alana aims to improve the overall recruiting experience for both employers and job seekers.

Moons

Seed Round in 2019
Moons is a health, wellness, and fitness company that offers dental services. Its services feature a new way to straighten teeth without using braces by providing transparent aligners. they create a 3D model of teeth, then, one of their specialists will design treatment. The company was founded in 2019 and headquartered in Mexico City, Distrito Federal.

Borzo

Series A in 2018
Dostavista is a global crowdsourced same-day delivery service. It was founded in 2012, in Moscow, Russia by a serial entrepreneur Mike Aleksandrovskiy. Having raised a little over $5m, today the service operates in 11 countries across the globe, including India (http://www.wefast.in), Korea (https://quickers.co.kr/), Brazil (https://www.clickentregas.com/) , Mexico https://dostavista.mx/), Indonesia (https://mrspeedy.co/), Turkey (https://hemengetir.com.tr/), Vietnam (https://mrspeedy.vn/), Thailand (https://mrspeedy.in.th/), Philippines (https://mrspeedy.ph/), Malaysia (https://mrspeedy.my/) Dostavista takes the pain away from the usually tedious or chaotic delivery routine, making it possible to deliver a package within hours of purchase. For each country it offers a special formula that consists of various delivery types, payment options and tariffs. The most ubiquitous set of options includes delivery by foot, bike and car. Vans and large trucks are available in some countries as well. Common for all markets is the convenience of hassle free ordering from desktop, mobile or via api, as well as real time order monitoring. Dostavista uses “Uber-like” model: in order to start working, prospective couriers need to install the app and create an account. After verification and attestation, they can start delivering parcels around the city. Couriers can choose to work just a few hours a day on the way to university, or they can work full time and have orders assigned to them automatically by company’s smart robot. Dostavista develops proprietary algorithms that evaluate several dozen features in real-time and pick the best courier for the job. Special attention is paid to the quality of service and theft prevention. Delivery is verified by scanning of QR code, recipient signature and photo of the parcel. Smart contracts manage the release of payments and fees. Orders can also be insured. Over 200k shops use Dostavista worldwide, including big chains such as Krispy Kreme(in Russia and Turkey) and Euroset - Russia's largest electronic retail chain. Scale and experience from numerous markets with different mentalities help Dostavista achieve its goal of making delivery invisible.

SkydropX

Funding Round in 2018
Skydropx, Inc. is a logistics marketplace based in Mexico that connects businesses with independent local distributors and shipping providers for efficient product delivery. The company offers a platform that manages and regulates shipments, consolidating volume to provide discounted rates. Its technology integrates seamlessly with users' shopping carts through API, allowing for real-time tracking and management of shipments. By utilizing a network of independent drivers, Skydropx enables companies to send and receive parcels in a streamlined manner, enhancing the overall delivery process.

Cuenca

Seed Round in 2018
Cuenca is a FinTech company based in San Francisco, California, that specializes in providing digital financial services. Established in 2016, Cuenca operates a mobile-based application that facilitates various banking functions, including bill payments for utilities such as mobile, electricity, and water. In addition to bill payment services, the platform offers online banking features that enable users to securely deposit and withdraw funds, access savings accounts with competitive interest rates, and obtain loans tailored to their financial needs. This comprehensive digital approach allows users to manage their finances conveniently and efficiently.

Job&talent

Venture Round in 2018
Job&Talent operates as an on-demand staffing marketplace designed to enhance the flexibility and transparency of the labor market. The platform addresses the growing demand from companies for adaptable hiring solutions while simultaneously working to reduce global unemployment. As the labor market shifts towards greater flexibility, workers often find themselves in precarious employment situations. Job&Talent offers a Workforce as a Service (WaaS) model that aims to create a mutually beneficial environment for both employers and employees. The company has established a presence in several countries, including the UK, Spain, Germany, Sweden, Mexico, and Colombia, with plans for expansion into France and Italy.

Rappi

Series C in 2018
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

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.

Rappi

Series B 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.

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.

Job&talent

Series B in 2016
Job&Talent operates as an on-demand staffing marketplace designed to enhance the flexibility and transparency of the labor market. The platform addresses the growing demand from companies for adaptable hiring solutions while simultaneously working to reduce global unemployment. As the labor market shifts towards greater flexibility, workers often find themselves in precarious employment situations. Job&Talent offers a Workforce as a Service (WaaS) model that aims to create a mutually beneficial environment for both employers and employees. The company has established a presence in several countries, including the UK, Spain, Germany, Sweden, Mexico, and Colombia, with plans for expansion into France and Italy.

GAIA

Series A in 2016
GAIA operates a prominent e-commerce platform for furniture in Mexico, providing a diverse selection of high-quality products that includes sofas, chairs, drawers, dressers, bureaus, tables, desks, rugs, lamps, textiles, paintings, and various accessories. The company showcases a range of styles, from contemporary to traditional, artisan, industrial, and retro, catering to a wide array of consumer preferences. By offering well-crafted home furnishing products at affordable prices, GAIA aims to enhance the shopping experience for customers seeking to furnish their spaces.

Ticketbis

Series E in 2015
Ticketbis is a ticket marketplace that allows users to buy and sell tickets for a variety of events, including concerts, festivals, theater performances, and sporting events. Founded in December 2009 by Jon Uriarte and Ander Michelena, the company is headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and serves over one million customers globally. Ticketbis has expanded its operations to multiple countries, including Italy, Portugal, the United Kingdom, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, India, Japan, and New Zealand, facilitating access to events worldwide.

Ticketbis

Series A in 2011
Ticketbis is a ticket marketplace that allows users to buy and sell tickets for a variety of events, including concerts, festivals, theater performances, and sporting events. Founded in December 2009 by Jon Uriarte and Ander Michelena, the company is headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and serves over one million customers globally. Ticketbis has expanded its operations to multiple countries, including Italy, Portugal, the United Kingdom, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, India, Japan, and New Zealand, facilitating access to events worldwide.
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