Fip Inseed Fima

Inseed is a Brazilian venture capital firm that specializes in seed and early-stage investments across various sectors. The firm operates from offices in Belo Horizonte and São Paulo. Inseed manages three significant venture capital funds, including Criatec, which has invested in 36 innovative tech companies, and FIMA, focused on early-stage cleantech companies in areas such as waste management, renewable energy, agriculture, and building materials. Criatec is currently closed to new investments and aims to enhance the value of its portfolio companies. FIMA, which began in 2013, is also closed to new investments and concentrates on increasing the value of its holdings. Additionally, Inseed manages Criatec 3, which started investing in 2016 and targets hard tech startups, remaining open for investments with a focus on seed or Series A rounds.

Paulo Tomazela

General Partner

Past deals in Brazil

Chatbot Maker

Venture Round in 2021
Chatbot Maker, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Fortaleza, Brazil, specializes in enhancing customer acquisition for businesses through automated lead capture via chatbots. The platform leverages messaging applications to facilitate marketing, sales, and relationship-building in a personalized and efficient manner. Its services encompass various aspects of chatbot development, including design, strategy, conversation design, artificial intelligence, machine learning, implementation, launch, and performance tracking. By providing these comprehensive solutions, Chatbot Maker enables companies to engage with customers more effectively and streamline their communication processes.

Carenet Longevity

Series A in 2020
Carenet Longevity has been a key player in the digital transformation of Brazil's healthcare ecosystem since 2013, focusing on the integration and intelligent analysis of patient data. The company's flagship solution, ORCHESTRA, facilitates digital transformation in intensive care by consolidating patient data and enabling remote monitoring within a single management platform. This innovative system connects various medical devices to a hospital's electronic health record, incorporating vital sign data and device-specific metrics. Over recent years, ORCHESTRA has evolved to provide a simplified integration approach, contextualizing clinical data for real-time access and better clinical outcomes. Additionally, it features Tele-ICU functionality, allowing specialists to monitor patients remotely while collaborating with local healthcare teams. Modular and compatible with existing telemedicine solutions, ORCHESTRA enhances clinical surveillance by delivering real-time intelligence and predictive analytics, thereby supporting healthcare providers in resource allocation and strategic decision-making.

VarejOnline

Series A in 2019
VarejOnline is a Brazilian company based in Joinville, Santa Catarina, that specializes in developing an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platform tailored for the retail sector. The platform is designed to address the administrative and operational needs of various retail segments, including clothing, footwear, accessories, and gifts. One of its key features is the ability to integrate external digital platforms, which facilitates the centralization of information and enables real-time data monitoring. By offering these capabilities, VarejOnline aims to enhance the efficiency and profitability of retail operations, making them more standardized and effective.

Justto

Series A in 2018
Justto is a Brazilian company that specializes in Legal Tech solutions, specifically through its online arbitration platform. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Sao Paulo, the company provides an agreement negotiation automation software that incorporates an intelligent robot, allowing for high levels of customization. Justto's platform connects individuals to resolve conflicts efficiently, aiming to suggest the most effective solutions. The company's mission centers on facilitating access to justice, making legal processes more accessible and streamlined for users.

Intergado

Series A in 2018
Intergado is a Brazilian company that specializes in developing online management software for the agribusiness sector, focusing on livestock management. The company offers a range of precision technologies, including intelligent feeders and automatic drinking troughs, which utilize load cells to track food and water consumption, as well as static weighing scales to monitor animal weight. These devices generate accurate and reliable data that can be accessed remotely, allowing for effective monitoring of livestock health and growth. Intergado's integrated platform aids cattle ranchers in optimizing resources and improving profitability by providing insights into animal fattening and development, which are essential for making informed decisions regarding slaughtering and health assessments. Based in Betim, Brazil, Intergado aligns with trends in genetic selection and research aimed at enhancing food efficiency and early disease diagnosis in livestock.

Playmove

Series A in 2018
Playmove Indústria e Comércio Ltda is a Brazilian company that specializes in developing an interactive learning platform for children aged 3 and above. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Blumenau, the company created the PlayTable, a digital and interactive tablet designed to facilitate educational games that align with the curriculum of Brazilian schools. PlayTable serves as a versatile educational tool suitable for various environments, including schools, kindergartens, waiting rooms, and other public spaces frequented by children. The platform not only focuses on entertainment but also emphasizes inclusivity by incorporating features that assist children with motor and cognitive disabilities. Playmove aims to enhance collective and interactive learning experiences while providing resources for monitoring student progress and training teachers.

Zazcar

Venture Round in 2018
Zazcar is a car-sharing company founded in 2009 in São Paulo, Brazil, that allows customers to locate and rent vehicles via a mobile application. The company utilizes internet-of-things (IoT) technology to enhance its car-sharing services, making it easier for users to find available cars. By providing innovative tools for car-sharing, Zazcar aims to streamline operations for businesses in the transportation sector, ultimately helping them to increase their revenues.

SVATech

Series A in 2017
SVA Tecnologia e Sistemas Ltda., based in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, specializes in enhancing security systems through its innovative product, SmartVision. This device can be integrated into existing security setups, allowing for advanced functionalities such as video recording from cameras, live streaming, and event detection. SmartVision can automatically trigger alarms, lock doors, and send push notifications to users' mobile devices when specific actions are detected. Additionally, the company offers browser and mobile applications that enable remote monitoring of live and recorded footage, along with features like event filtering and a simulated "Panic Button" for urgent alerts. Founded in 2015, SVATech leverages artificial intelligence, deep learning, and computer vision technologies to transform standard security cameras into intelligent surveillance tools, helping clients proactively manage potential risks.

DeviceLab

Series A in 2017
DeviceLab is a cloud-based mobile app testing platform headquartered in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It offers a comprehensive solution for app and content developers to test their applications on a wide range of devices and operating systems. The platform provides various tools for both automated and manual testing, as well as access to a real-time device lab. This enables businesses to conduct tests and receive detailed analytics and results, ultimately assisting developers in enhancing the quality of their apps. DeviceLab allows developers to perform testing on real devices without the need to be physically present, streamlining the testing process and improving overall efficiency.

Cowmed

Series A in 2017
CowMed is an agricultural service company based in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, specializing in technological solutions for the health, nutrition, and reproduction of milk cattle. Founded in 2010, the company develops advanced animal monitoring products that facilitate precision livestock management. Its technology provides real-time insights into the health and behavior of dairy cattle, including rumination patterns, activity levels, and heat detection. By offering valuable information to farmers, CowMed helps prevent diseases and enhances milk production, contributing to the overall sustainability of dairy operations. The company has received several accolades, including recognition from NEOVIA's Future Farm and SEBRAE's Tecnova Notice, underscoring its innovative approach in the agricultural sector.

Solis

Series A in 2017
Solis operates as a producer of technology and equipment innovation for solar and swimming pool heating systems. The Solis team is made up of experienced professionals who have spent many years of their lives providing the best service to the solar heaters market through innovative products and quality services. Besides multidisciplinary, our team counts on the technical qualification that contributes with the evolution of the solar heating in Brazil and in the world, the professionals have great knowledge in the industrial, technical and commercial area. In addition to the products, Solis offers services that help outlets execute solar projects with excellence, ensuring full comfort to customers. Our regionalized Commercial Technical Supervisors together with Application Engineering dedicate themselves to giving all the necessary support to the points of sale to generate better solutions with the use of solar energy.

Tbit

Series A in 2016
Tbit is an agTech startup specializing in computer vision and artificial intelligence to enhance quality assessment in agribusiness. With over a decade of experience, the company has established itself as a leader in Brazil for image analysis systems. Tbit addresses critical challenges in the sector, such as human error, slow processing speeds, and the lack of standardization and reliability in quality evaluation methods. Their advanced systems automate the inspection of materials and products, particularly focusing on seeds, grains, and seedlings. By providing detailed analysis of small objects, Tbit delivers precise and reliable information that surpasses conventional evaluation methods used in research laboratories and agribusinesses, ultimately enabling growers to improve their operational efficiency and product quality.

Akmey Biotecnologia Têxtil

Series A in 2015
Akmey Biotecnologia Têxtil is a Brazilian company based in Indaial, specializing in the manufacture of eco-friendly textiles. Established in 2010, the company produces a variety of fabrics, including those used for washed jeans, as well as knitted, plush, and woven textiles. Akmey focuses on utilizing innovative biotechnology that employs natural enzymes derived from microorganisms, which enhances the bleaching and dyeing processes of textile fibers. This approach allows for the reduction of harmful chemicals, such as caustic soda and hydrogen peroxide, while promoting water reuse in textile production. Through its commitment to ecological responsibility, Akmey aims to provide sustainable solutions for the textile industry.

Tbit

Seed Round in 2014
Tbit is an agTech startup specializing in computer vision and artificial intelligence to enhance quality assessment in agribusiness. With over a decade of experience, the company has established itself as a leader in Brazil for image analysis systems. Tbit addresses critical challenges in the sector, such as human error, slow processing speeds, and the lack of standardization and reliability in quality evaluation methods. Their advanced systems automate the inspection of materials and products, particularly focusing on seeds, grains, and seedlings. By providing detailed analysis of small objects, Tbit delivers precise and reliable information that surpasses conventional evaluation methods used in research laboratories and agribusinesses, ultimately enabling growers to improve their operational efficiency and product quality.

Nanovetores Group

Series A in 2012
Nanovetores Group is a Brazilian company established in 2008, specializing in the development of active nano and micro-encapsulated ingredients. It is a pioneer in encapsulation technology, utilizing a natural, water-based system that features five distinct release triggers—enzymatic, temperature, friction, water, and pH—allowing for superior product performance and quality. The company has a production capacity exceeding nine tons per day and serves multiple industries, including cosmetics, nutrition, and pharmaceuticals. Nanovetores emphasizes sustainability by using biocompatible and biodegradable materials in its processes, which are conducted in an aqueous environment free from organic solvents. This innovative approach has positioned Nanovetores among the fastest-growing medium-sized companies in Brazil and garnered recognition as one of the most innovative companies by Anprotec. With a focus on meeting the increasing consumer demand for sophisticated, high-performance products, Nanovetores aims to expand the adoption of encapsulation technology across various sectors.

TMED

Series A in 2009
TMED develops personalized healthcare solutions in Brazil, focusing on integrating electrical-electronic technologies, metallurgy, and industrial design within the medical sector. The company offers a range of products including the MCL system for bedside care monitoring, a personalized nursing call device, and various intravenous infusion monitoring systems. Additionally, TMED provides devices for administering fluids while reporting on their status, automatic dispensers for antiseptic solutions, and communication devices for aphasic patients. Their offerings also include medical headwall systems and various hospital accessories such as lighting, serum holder stands, and remote controls. TMED markets its products through sales representatives located in major Brazilian cities, including Recife, São Paulo, and Rio de Janeiro. Founded in 1997 and based in Recife, TMED aims to enhance hospital administration and patient care through innovative medical technologies.

BUG Agentes Biológicos

Series A in 2009
Bug Agentes Biológicos operates as supplier of predatory insect eggs and parasitoids used for natural protection of crops. It began operation in 2001, with its headquarters in Piracicaba in Brazil as a subsidiary of Koppert do Brasil Holding as of December 18, 2017.

Magnamed

Series A in 2008
Magnamed is a leading company in Brazil specializing in pulmonary ventilation and intensive care equipment. It offers a range of products including lung ventilators, testing equipment, analyzer fans, ICU ventilators, and emergency equipment. Magnamed's focus is on innovation, efficiency, and quality, particularly in critical care environments such as ICUs and emergency transport. The company is dedicated to preserving lives by developing advanced equipment that simplifies the complex routines of healthcare professionals, thereby enhancing patient care.
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