Village Capital

Village Capital is a Washington, D.C.-based venture capital firm founded in 2009 that focuses on early-stage and seed investments in sectors such as agriculture, education, energy, financial services, and healthcare. The firm aims to empower entrepreneurs by employing a unique peer-support model, allowing entrepreneurs to select the ventures that receive pre-committed seed funding at the conclusion of its programs. Village Capital connects high-potential entrepreneurs with essential resources, fostering innovation and growth. It operates both a nonprofit that provides training for founders and a for-profit investment fund that invests in top program graduates, having supported over 1,000 entrepreneurs and more than 550 enterprises across various global regions. The firm has achieved notable success, with its alumni generating significant revenue and creating thousands of jobs, while maintaining a high recommendation rate among participants.

Adedana Ashebir

Regional Manager

Allie Burns

Chief Executive Officer

Allyson Burns

CEO

Daniel Cossío

Manager, Programs and Partnerships

Apoorv Karmakar

Senior Director

Rachel Schwartz

Senior Associate FP&A

Ben Wrobel

Director of Communications

Past deals in Latin America

Vexi

Venture Round in 2022
Vexi is a financial technology company based in Mexico City, founded in 2016. It specializes in providing credit card services aimed at the young, underbanked population in Latin America, facilitating access to formal credit. Through its mobile application, Vexi enables users to create personalized payment plans, manage their expenses, and build their credit history with minimal documentation. The company offers both a digital credit card for online transactions and a physical card for in-person purchases, all designed to enhance user experience and financial literacy. Vexi's proprietary technology aims to streamline the onboarding process, making credit more accessible and secure for underserved individuals.

Sofi

Grant in 2021
hiSofi is a debt collection FinTech that specializes in debt collection, financial education, and financial reintegration. hiSofi was founded in 2018.

Akiba

Grant in 2021
Akiba is a platform that revolutionizes employee savings funds and funds.It allows companies to manage their employee funds and funds in a digital and transparent manner, in addition to offering credits and payroll advances in an agile manner.

Vexi

Seed Round in 2021
Vexi is a financial technology company based in Mexico City, founded in 2016. It specializes in providing credit card services aimed at the young, underbanked population in Latin America, facilitating access to formal credit. Through its mobile application, Vexi enables users to create personalized payment plans, manage their expenses, and build their credit history with minimal documentation. The company offers both a digital credit card for online transactions and a physical card for in-person purchases, all designed to enhance user experience and financial literacy. Vexi's proprietary technology aims to streamline the onboarding process, making credit more accessible and secure for underserved individuals.

Finerio

Seed Round in 2021
Finerio is an automated personal finance platform based in Mexico that offers users a free and efficient way to manage their finances. The platform allows individuals to link their debit and credit accounts from major Mexican banks, providing insights for effective financial planning and saving. Finerio focuses on personal finance management by enabling users to create custom budgets, monitor and track expenditures, and analyze their consumption patterns. Through its open finance and data analysis capabilities, Finerio empowers users to gain control over their financial information, ultimately helping them plan their expenses and enhance their savings.

Plant Squad

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Plant Squad is an online platform that offers plant-based foods.

Ecomm-App

Seed Round in 2021
Ecomm-App is an online platform that helps online merchants to manage their inventory in real-time and invoice in seconds.

Flexio

Seed Round in 2021
At Flexio, we’re using today’s technology to bring significant disruptive innovation to the financial industry in Latin America. Flexio is a checkout technology company pioneering the next generation of point-of-sale financing. We focus on improving the lives of consumers by delivering simple, honest and transparent financial products. Flexio is an everyday financing solution that customers deserve and merchants need. Flexio is built on the principles of simplicity, transparency, and privacy.

Bio Natural Solutions

Seed Round in 2021
BNS is a biotech company focused on the food sector that develops patented technologies based on the reuse of fresh organic waste. The company has a commercial presence in more than 10 countries globally and has the purpose of transforming the Agri-Food industry and optimizing the management of organic waste to improve the quality of life of consumers globally, with chemical-free alternatives, effectives and economically accessible.

UrbanaGrow

Seed Round in 2021
UrbanaGrow contributes to generating agri-food independence, providing a profitable business, with a positive social impact, as well as a technology to produce vegetables in an environmentally responsible way and resilient to climate change.

Sensix

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Through the FieldScan platform, Sensix uses analytical intelligence and machine learning to consolidate and correlate data from drones, satellites, machines, climate and soil and plant samples, generating input application maps, greater crop predictability and greater profitability for farmers. The web-based platform FieldScan is capable of delivering weed localization maps, quantifying planting gaps, identifying vigor and biomass variability and soil and plant sampling maps for variable rate application of fertilizers, nematicides, regulators (cotton), resistance inducers and insecticides, communicating directly with the agricultural machinery and impacting in saving of inputs, greater homogeneity of the crop and increase of yields.

Suyana

Seed Round in 2021
Suyana is a technology-driven company that delivers climate insurance for farmers. It develops innovative solutions, based on the use of technological tools, focused on farmers' needs. The company seeks to create inclusive products for small and medium farmers.

ClearLeaf

Non Equity Assistance in 2021
ClearLeaf uses patent-pending technology, organic certified in the EU and Japan, to control and manage a wide range of harmful pests while maintaining natural balances on the farm, protecting farmers and consumers. ClearLeaf currently has pre- and post-harvest solutions for the coffee, banana, multiple vegetables, melon, sugar cane, strawberries and flower sectors. GotaBlanca® is currently sold online in Costa Rica since launching its direct sales program in 2020. Our first product line, GotaBlanca®, is a line of non-toxic contact-action liquid emulsions that uses surface chemistry and colloidal technology to enhance plant growth through the control and management of fungal and bacterial diseases.

Creci

Grant in 2020
Creci Inc. operates a platform that facilitates loans and credit facilities for social impact small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Established in 2019 and headquartered in Hollywood, Florida, with additional offices in Medellin and Bogota, Colombia, the company provides an online tool that assesses project impact and assigns a social impact score. This allows small businesses to evaluate their alignment with social impact goals and track performance metrics across their portfolios. Creci is dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs who aim to address critical global challenges, particularly those aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The platform streamlines the loan application process, reducing paperwork and enabling quicker access to financing for entrepreneurs.

Nilus

Seed Round in 2020
Nilus is a social enterprise that applies AI and crowdsourcing to reduce food loss and waste. It rescues edible food that is about to be discarded and distributes it among community kitchens. Nilus was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Buenos Aires, Distrito Federal.

Quipu Bank

Grant in 2020
Quipu is a marketplace-platform aimed to ease and increase trade of goods and services between people living in low-income communities. Quipu is a digital community market that seeks to facilitate the exchange of goods and services between people who depend on the popular economy.

Aplazo

Seed Round in 2020
Aplazo is a fintech platform based in Mexico that facilitates online installment payments for users making purchases at affiliated stores. The platform allows customers to apply online and choose a payment method that enables them to pay for their products in fixed installment plans. By providing this service, Aplazo aims to enhance financial access and opportunities for consumers while helping businesses expand their customer base through innovative payment solutions.

Akredito

Seed Round in 2020
Provider of debt management technologies intended to pay, consolidate, and refinance all debts of a defaulter individual. The company's platform technology allows a user to pay the debt installments via the platform with credit and debit cards or bank transfers and subsidizes debts of a non-payer whose registration at credit bureaus prevents him from getting a job or requesting additional credit, enabling individuals to get free from their debt repayments through a personalized financial technology.

Diabesmart

Seed Round in 2020
Diabesmart is a healthcare company that offers services that improve the quality of life of diabetic patients. The company was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Cuauhtemoc, Mexico.

Deli Life Wellness

Seed Round in 2020
Deli Life Wellness is a health and wellness company helping organizations and their employees move toward a healthier lifestyle. The company's mission is to make health care and wellness accessible through education and promotion tools to improve people's quality of life. Deli Life Wellness was founded in 2015 and is based in Lomas de Chapultepec

Global Data Consortium

Series A in 2020
Global Data Consortium Inc. offers a cloud-based electronic identity verification platform known as Worldview, designed to provide businesses with instant access to identity data from multiple countries. This software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution enables users to verify consumer and business identities, contact information, and age, while also facilitating address verification, correction, geo-coding, and standardization. Worldview can be integrated directly into users' systems, allowing for batch data processing or individual record verification through a web-based tool. The company's services cater to a diverse clientele, including e-commerce, shipping, logistics, mapping, and financial services firms across various regions, including Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, North America, South America, and Antarctica. Founded in 2010, Global Data Consortium is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Colektia

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Colektia provides digital collection management services. The company provides software which has services such as real time analytics, omnicanal management, integrated channels, strategy automation, collection bots, new digital channels, chat center, and self-management which includes payments, refinance, and schedule payments. It provide services to banks, retail, fintech, insurance, financial, and telecom industry. Colektia was founded in 2018 and is based in Santiago, Chile.

Suyo

Venture Round in 2019
Suyo Columbia SAS is a Colombian company that specializes in property formalization services aimed at low-income families in urban areas, specifically in Barranquilla, Bogotá, Cali, and Medellín. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Medellín, Suyo assists residents of informal settlements in securing legal recognition of their property rights. By leveraging modern technology alongside a team of legal and property professionals, Suyo provides a range of services, including land titling, building registration, successions, and property purchase studies. The company is committed to offering affordable and reliable solutions, significantly reducing costs compared to other providers in the region.

CFOremoto

Seed Round in 2019
CFOremoto provides small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with an automated cash management platform designed to enhance their visibility to potential funding sources. The company's financial software utilizes machine learning algorithms to deliver real-time, customized reports, financial statements, and tailored recommendations. This functionality enables SMEs to manage their finances more effectively while also receiving professional support and financial advisory services. By simplifying the funding process and offering insights into financial health, CFOremoto aims to empower SMEs in achieving their financial goals.

DinDin

Seed Round in 2019
DinDin makes paying and charging as easy as sending a message.

Vega Coffee

Venture Round in 2018
The Vega Marketplace will eventually feature farmers representing a variety of regions and coffee varietals. Customers will be able to search for farmers and select coffee based on origin, tasting notes, and/or roasting profile.

UALET

Seed Round in 2018
UALET designs and develops a platform that allows the consumers to invest directly into the funds without requiring a large amount of funds. The company was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Bogota, Colombia.

Doopla

Seed Round in 2018
Doopla is a peer-to-peer (P2P) lending platform that provides above-market returns to investors, while charging below-market interest rates to borrowers.

ePayco

Seed Round in 2018
Epayco specializes in providing transactional and e-commerce solutions tailored for individuals and businesses. The company develops online payment software that facilitates various critical processes, such as collections, transaction assurance, and inventory control, essential for digital business operations. Epayco's platform enables clients to monetize their businesses by accepting payments through multiple methods, including credit and debit cards. By offering a comprehensive payment gateway service, Epayco supports clients in enhancing their sales and streamlining their financial transactions.

ESCALA EDUCACION

Pre Seed Round in 2017
ESCALA EDUCACION S.A.S offers employees of its business partners savings plans to facilitate access to higher education and education for their children. The company also offers vocational support, enrollment discounts in higher education institutions, provides scholarships for education. The company provides savings plans coupled with company matching funds, tuition discounts, career counseling, and other education benefits. ESCALA EDUCACION S.A.S was founded in 2015 and is based in Medellin, Colombia.

Rapicredit

Seed Round in 2017
Rapicredit is a developer of an online short-term loan platform aimed at enhancing financial inclusion and accessibility. The platform offers a flexible approach, allowing clients to determine the amount of money they need and the repayment period. By eliminating physical procedures, Rapicredit provides a seamless and efficient borrowing experience tailored to individual needs. Its services are designed to support micro, small, and medium enterprises by leveraging information and communication technologies, thereby democratizing access to credit. The emphasis on personalization and speed distinguishes Rapicredit as a valuable resource for businesses seeking financial solutions.

Huli

Venture Round in 2017
Huli is a healthcare technology company that offers software as a service (SaaS) products designed for independent health professionals, medical centers, and institutions. Its platform streamlines the management of patient records and appointments by integrating an online calendar with automated reminders. Huli's solution collects and communicates essential patient information, including contact details and medical insurance, which enhances communication between patients and healthcare providers. By facilitating appointment scheduling and access to various healthcare services, Huli aims to increase patient volume and improve customer satisfaction. The company emphasizes transparency and competitive pricing, making it easier for patients to find and utilize medical services.

Yotepresto

Seed Round in 2015
yotepresto.com is the fastest growing mexican-based marketplace lending platform connecting individual and institutional investors to near-prime borrowers applying for a personal loan.

Billpocket

Seed Round in 2015
Billpocket is a financial technology company that transforms smartphones and tablets into point-of-sale terminals, facilitating card payments without the need for traditional banking infrastructures. Users can accept debit and credit card payments directly through their mobile devices, simplifying the payment process and eliminating high maintenance fees and complex setups associated with conventional systems. Billpocket's platform also offers the option for customers to convert payments into interest-free monthly installments, while the company charges a fixed commission to sellers. This innovative approach enables a seamless transaction experience for both businesses and consumers.

Volabit

Venture Round in 2015
Volabit is a developer of a cryptocurrency trading platform. Volabit allows cash-based online payments through its mobile wallet as well as faster and cheaper international transfers. Volabit is financially empowering people through the use of Bitcoin.

ComproPago

Seed Round in 2015
ComproPago is a platform that allows online businesses to receive cash payments. Due to the low debit and credit card penetration in Mexico (30%) plus the lack of confidence when buying online via credit card, the e-commerce industry in Mexico is in search of alternative solutions to tackle this issue. ComproPago solves this problem by providing more than 130,000 physical payments points (Oxxo, 7eleven, Walmart, Superama, etc.) across the whole country, where customers can make cash payments to pay for products and services bought online.