SoftBank Robotics Europe

SoftBank Robotics Europe, formerly Aldebaran Robotics, designs and manufactures humanoid robots for education, research, health, distribution, tourism, business applications, and home use. The company serves customers worldwide and focuses on interactive robotics that assist professionals and individuals. Founded in 2005, it is based in Paris, France, with additional offices in France, Japan, the United States, and China, and operates as a subsidiary of SoftBank Group.

Karim Abouzahr

Director, SoftBank Europe Ventures

Kristin Bannon

Lee Bocker

Jonathan Bullock

John Cassidy

Serena Dayal

Ronald Fisher

Eric Gan

Navneet Govil

Jimi Macdonald

Director

Kentaro Matsui

Ken Miyauchi

Greg Moon

Karol Niewiadomski

Shu Nyatta

Managing Partner

Max Ohrstrand

Paulo Passoni

Yanni Pipilis

Narendra Rathi

Brett Rochkind

Managing Partner

Priya Saiprasad

Ron Schreiber

Munish Varma

Tim Yap

Andrew Zloto

Past deals in Colombia

Kushki

Series B in 2022
Kushki is a Latin America–focused digital payments platform that offers an integrated payments solution and omnichannel capabilities for e-commerce, m-commerce, and brick‑and‑mortar retail. It provides an API that standardizes the region’s fragmented payments landscape by supporting card payments, bank transfers, and cash networks, with access to more than 300,000 physical payment points. The platform emphasizes local logic and pricing to simplify cross‑border and local transactions and enables rapid integration for merchants. Founded in 2016 in New York City, Kushki operates across Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, Peru, the United States, and Canada.

Frubana

Series C in 2021
Frubana is a digital platform based in Bogotá, Colombia, founded in 2018, that serves as a one-stop shop for restaurants by connecting them directly with agricultural producers and suppliers. The company facilitates the buying and selling of food products, enabling restaurants to source ingredients directly from farmers without intermediaries, which enhances price transparency and reduces trade barriers. Additionally, Frubana provides tools for restaurants to digitize their operations, including the creation of virtual menus that can be easily shared with customers through QR codes. By streamlining the supply chain, Frubana aims to support small retailers and restaurants in accessing fresh agricultural products efficiently.

Tul

Series B in 2021
Founded in 2020, Tul is a Colombian-based marketplace that facilitates the buying and selling of hardware and construction materials. It connects manufacturers with small businesses through its e-commerce platform, streamlining inventory management and enabling customers to acquire necessary parts for their projects.

Habi

Series B in 2021
Founded in 2019, Habi is a technology-driven real estate company headquartered in Bogotá, Colombia. It simplifies the homeownership lifecycle for middle-class customers throughout Latin America by providing a proprietary pricing algorithm and platform that enables faster and more efficient buying and selling of homes.

Frubana

Series B in 2021
Frubana is a digital platform based in Bogotá, Colombia, founded in 2018, that serves as a one-stop shop for restaurants by connecting them directly with agricultural producers and suppliers. The company facilitates the buying and selling of food products, enabling restaurants to source ingredients directly from farmers without intermediaries, which enhances price transparency and reduces trade barriers. Additionally, Frubana provides tools for restaurants to digitize their operations, including the creation of virtual menus that can be easily shared with customers through QR codes. By streamlining the supply chain, Frubana aims to support small retailers and restaurants in accessing fresh agricultural products efficiently.

Alphacredit Capital

Series B in 2020
AlphaCredit is a rapidly growing FinTech company based in Mexico City, focusing on providing accessible and affordable credit solutions to individuals and small businesses in Mexico and Colombia. As a non-banking financial institution, AlphaCredit offers a range of products including consumer credit for public and private employees, pensioners, and independent contractors, as well as financial services tailored for small and medium enterprises such as factoring, leasing, and productive credits. The company's innovative platform utilizes a programmed deduction system, which contributes to low default rates and enables competitive interest rates. With a workforce of over 1,200 employees, AlphaCredit has successfully granted more than 514,000 credits to over 310,000 clients, emphasizing its commitment to improving financial access and quality of life through technology-driven solutions.

Frubana

Series A in 2020
Frubana is a digital platform based in Bogotá, Colombia, founded in 2018, that serves as a one-stop shop for restaurants by connecting them directly with agricultural producers and suppliers. The company facilitates the buying and selling of food products, enabling restaurants to source ingredients directly from farmers without intermediaries, which enhances price transparency and reduces trade barriers. Additionally, Frubana provides tools for restaurants to digitize their operations, including the creation of virtual menus that can be easily shared with customers through QR codes. By streamlining the supply chain, Frubana aims to support small retailers and restaurants in accessing fresh agricultural products efficiently.

Ayenda Hotels

Seed Round in 2019
Ayenda Hotels is a rapidly growing hotel chain based in Medellín, Colombia, and is recognized as the largest hotel chain in the country by the number of properties. Founded in 2015, Ayenda focuses on providing standardized, budget-friendly accommodations for individuals, families, and business travelers. The company operates a network of franchise hotels in major cities such as Barranquilla, Bogotá, Medellín, and Pereira, ensuring that essential needs are met for all types of guests. Utilizing proprietary technology, Ayenda manages its operations through a comprehensive platform that includes hotel management software, pricing algorithms, and user-friendly interfaces, thereby enhancing the overall guest experience. The chain emphasizes quality amenities, including free WiFi and clean accommodations, making it a competitive choice for travelers seeking affordable lodging options.
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