500 Global, formerly known as 500 Startups, is a venture capital firm and incubator based in Mountain View, California, founded in 2010. The firm specializes in seed investments, primarily focusing on early-stage technology and financial services startups across various sectors, including biotech, e-commerce, fintech, and digital healthcare. 500 Global operates a four-month accelerator program, where it typically invests between $0.05 million and $1 million for a 5 to 10 percent equity stake in companies with at least $100,000 in monthly revenue. The firm targets a global market, with particular emphasis on regions such as the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Since its inception, it has invested in over 2,200 startups and supports the growth of innovation ecosystems through educational programs and partnerships. 500 Global also prioritizes investments in companies led by minority founders, reflecting its commitment to diverse entrepreneurial leadership.

FJ Labs is a U.S.-based investment firm established in 2015 by Fabrice Grinda. The firm operates with a stage-agnostic approach, primarily targeting marketplaces and consumer-facing startups. FJ Labs focuses its investments on seed and Series A rounds, with a financial commitment ranging from $50,000 to $5,000,000. The firm has invested in a variety of notable companies, including Alibaba Group, beepi, BrightRoll, Betterment, and ADORE ME.

Magma Partners is an early-stage venture capital firm established in 2014 and headquartered in Santiago, Chile. The firm specializes in supporting Latin American entrepreneurs as they expand into the US market, with a particular focus on fintech, insurtech, and blockchain startups. Magma Partners has a global reach, maintaining offices in California, Colombia, Mexico, and China, and has invested in 38 companies across various countries, including Chile, the USA, Mexico, Colombia, Peru, Argentina, Puerto Rico, and Costa Rica. Currently, the firm is investing through its second fund, which has raised $15 million from partners in Chile, the US, and China. Additionally, Magma Partners runs the Sino-Latin American accelerator, aimed at facilitating business opportunities between Chinese entrepreneurs and Latin American markets.

Mountain Nazca is a Venture Capital firm that backs bold entrepreneurs who seek to build tomorrow's breakout and transforming technology-enabled businesses. Mountain Nazca applies a true bottom-up approach in its quest to help founders reach their ultimate goals. The firm provides entre preneurs with multi-stage venture capital, a highly impactful local and global network, robust market intelligence, insights on strategy formulation and deployment, legal and regulatory advice, high quality talent sourcing, and acces to premium business partnerships. Mountain Nazca focuses in Latin American and US companies with global understanding and ambitions. We back proven breakout propositions in Latin America's vas and untapped markets as well as transforming innovations created in early adopting markets like the US. The firm holds operations in San Francisco, Mexico City, Bogota, Buenos Aires and Santiago. Additional hubs, thorugh Mountain Partners, include Berlin, Zurich, Jakarta, Singapore, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur and Abu Dhabi, among others. Mountain Nazca was founded as Nazca Ventures in early 2014 by some of Latin America's most prominent technology entrepreneurs. It subsequently merged with global venture firm Mountain Partners to achieve robust global capabilities.

Kaszek Management S.A. is a venture capital firm based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, with an additional office in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Founded in 2011, the firm focuses on investing in early-stage technology companies across Latin America, primarily in sectors such as electronic and B2B commerce, corporate software, education, healthcare, financial technology, mobile applications, social commerce, online gaming, and digital marketing. Kaszek typically invests between $0.5 million and $5 million in equity, targeting Seed, Series A, and Series B stages. Alongside financial support, the firm offers extensive expertise in strategy, operational execution, team-building, and growth. Notable portfolio companies include Nubank, QuintoAndar, and Kavak.

Hackers/Founders is a venture capital firm founded in 2011 and based in San Jose, California. The firm specializes in various stages of investment including seed, startup, early to mid venture, and emerging growth, as well as pre-IPO and later stage opportunities. It focuses primarily on the technology sector and favors investments in regions such as Mexico, the San Jose area, and Silicon Valley. Hackers/Founders typically seeks to acquire minority stakes in the companies it invests in, including participation in both portfolio company interests and limited partners' interests through secondary investments. In addition to providing capital, the firm aims to support technology entrepreneurs by fostering vibrant tech ecosystems and sharing insights from Silicon Valley.

DILA Capital is a Mexico City-based venture capital firm established in 2005, specializing in early-stage investments across various sectors, including consumer goods, energy, technology, software, and commercial services. The firm aims to support the growth of Mexican entrepreneurs and startup companies by providing equity investments, debt financing, and strategic guidance. DILA Capital leverages its extensive network of entrepreneurs, deep understanding of the Mexican market, and the experience of its partners to add value to the businesses it invests in.

QED Fund V, managed by QED Investors, is an early-stage venture capital fund based in Alexandria, Virginia. Established in 2008, it focuses on investing in high-growth companies primarily within the fintech sector, including mortgage technology, real estate technology, software, and financial services. The firm targets its investments across various regions, including Latin America, the United States, and the United Kingdom. QED Investors is dedicated to supporting its portfolio companies by providing both capital and operational expertise, fostering a close partnership that emphasizes the importance of information in driving business success. The fund aims to nurture innovative startups that leverage technology to enhance competitive advantage in the financial services landscape.

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is a member of The World Bank Group that focuses on fostering sustainable economic growth in developing countries through private sector investment. It provides a range of financial services, including loans, equity investments, quasi-equity products, and advisory services aimed at supporting startups and various stages of company development. IFC invests in sectors such as agribusiness, financial services, health, education, infrastructure, global manufacturing, oil and gas, telecommunications, and tourism, with a particular emphasis on projects that promote food security, digital finance, and affordable healthcare. The organization targets investments ranging from $1 million to $100 million, often seeking minority stakes but may also take a majority position in its portfolio companies. IFC aims to create jobs, generate tax revenues, and enhance corporate governance in emerging markets, thus contributing positively to local communities. Established in 1956 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., IFC operates globally with offices across various regions, focusing its efforts on financing projects that align with its mission of improving lives in developing countries.

Endeavor is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting high-impact entrepreneurs globally, with the aim of fostering long-term economic growth. Established in 1997 and headquartered in New York City, Endeavor operates in various countries, including Argentina, Brazil, and South Africa, among others. The organization identifies, mentors, and accelerates entrepreneurs who have the potential to create substantial economic impact in their regions. In addition to its core mission, Endeavor Catalyst, the venture capital arm of Endeavor Global, focuses on making growth equity investments in startups across sectors such as agriculture, fintech, and healthcare. Established in 2012, Endeavor Catalyst typically invests in companies generating revenues between $0.5 million and $15 million and participates in financing rounds of $5 million or more. This co-investment model not only supports the entrepreneurs but also contributes to the sustainability of Endeavor's broader initiatives.

ALL Venture Partners (ALLVP) is a Mexico-based private equity firm established in 2012, focusing on seed and early-stage investments in innovative companies across Latin America. The firm specializes in sectors such as financial services, technology, healthcare, consumer goods, and energy. It has developed a unique model that combines capital investment with support programs aimed at fostering high-impact entrepreneurship. Through its first fund, ALLVP has invested in twelve innovative companies, including Mexico's first car-sharing service, a hemodialysis clinic network, and a peer-to-peer lending platform. With the launch of its second fund in July 2014, ALLVP aims to target Series A investments, addressing opportunities in an underserved market. The firm is affiliated with several key industry associations, including the Latin-American Venture Capital Association and the Mexican Private Equity Association.

Enture Capital, formerly known as Ambar Business, operates as a scaling platform, specialized consulting firm, and private equity fund manager. Based in Mexico City, it manages a venture capital fund that was established in 2017. The firm focuses on providing strategic guidance and financial resources to businesses seeking growth, leveraging its expertise to foster development and innovation in various sectors. Enture Capital aims to support entrepreneurs and companies in their scaling efforts while contributing to the broader economic landscape.

Monashees is a Brazilian venture capital firm established in 2005 and based in São Paulo. The firm focuses on early-stage investments in innovative companies across various sectors, particularly technology, transport, and industrial markets. Monashees seeks to partner with entrepreneurs who are dedicated to developing solutions that enhance lives and transform industries through technology. The firm has a diverse portfolio that includes notable companies such as ContaAzul, Jusbrasil, Loggi, MadeiraMadeira, Enjoei, Petlove, Rappi, and Hi Technologies. By actively supporting these businesses, Monashees aims to foster market disruption and create lasting value in the global landscape.

Techstars Central LLC, founded in 2006 and based in Boulder, Colorado, operates as a startup accelerator and venture capital firm focused on supporting early-stage technology-oriented companies. It specializes in a mentorship-driven accelerator program, selecting ten startups each summer to participate in a three-month incubation period, offering funding of $120,000 in exchange for equity. Techstars invests primarily in sectors such as fintech, artificial intelligence, blockchain, augmented reality, and IoT, while avoiding investments in medical devices, healthcare technology, and local service-oriented businesses. In addition to its primary accelerator, Techstars has various specialized programs, including those focused on music, retail, mobility, and social impact, with global reach extending to regions such as Africa, Asia, and Latin America. The firm prefers taking minority stakes, typically between six and ten percent, without seeking board representation or investor rights. Techstars has built a robust network of entrepreneurs, mentors, and corporate partners to foster innovation and growth within its portfolio, which includes over 1,000 companies with a significant collective market capitalization.

IGNIA is a Mexico based early-to-late stage venture capital firm that invests in innovative solutions for the emerging middle class, representing 70% of the population. Founded in 2007, IGNIA has two funds with US$200 million capital raised. IGNIA invests in sectors such as healthcare, fintech, financial services, education and basic services.

Finnovista is an accelerator and venture capital firm focused on fostering innovation in the fintech and insurtech sectors. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Madrid, Spain, with an additional office in Mexico City, the firm aims to empower the transformation of financial services and insurance industries in Latin America and Spain. Finnovista offers a three-month acceleration program and engages in collaborative activities, including conferences and innovation initiatives, to connect startups with large corporates. The firm has established itself as a prominent player in the startup ecosystem in Latin America, promoting the FINNOSUMMIT conference and developing various corporate innovation programs for notable clients such as Visa and BBVA. Through these efforts, Finnovista supports entrepreneurs while driving the growth and transformation of the financial landscape.

Ideas & Capital is a venture capital firm established in 2013 and located in Mexico City, Mexico. It specializes in seed, startup, early, and mid-stage investments across various sectors, including technology, services, agribusiness, education, and health. The firm primarily targets opportunities in Mexico and Latin America, investing between $0.25 million and $5 million in each portfolio company. Ideas & Capital aims to go beyond mere financial investment by actively assisting its companies in institutionalizing operations, refining strategies, and expanding into new markets. The firm seeks investments that not only promise superior economic returns but also contribute positively to society and community development, ensuring that their activities align with environmental sustainability.

Angel Ventures started in 2008 as the first professionally managed angel investor network in Latin America seeking to "link great ideas with capital". It now has more than 300 members, comprised of Angel Investors and other senior executives, to co-invest in early stage, high potential companies. In 2012 the firm raised its´ first VC fund of 20 million dollars which is invested in 21 companies. AV is now raising its second fund. This second fund is the official Pacific Alliance VC Fund with a target size of 120 million dollars to be invested in the region countries (Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Peru).

Plug and Play, founded in 2006 and based in Sunnyvale, California, operates as a business accelerator and venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage and seed investments in technology startups. The firm runs 12 industry-specific accelerator programs annually, connecting startups with corporate partners and investors to foster collaboration and growth. Plug and Play's investment strategy encompasses a wide range of sectors, including fintech, health and wellness, travel, cybersecurity, and sustainability, allowing it to support diverse startups from any country. The firm provides various resources, including funding, mentorship, office space, and networking opportunities, and has a global presence with offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. Plug and Play has a strong track record, having helped numerous startups secure over $9 billion in funding since its inception. Its programs aim to refine business models and facilitate introductions to potential investors, ultimately contributing to the growth of the startup ecosystem.

Accion is a global nonprofit organization founded in 1961 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It focuses on increasing access to financial tools and services for underserved individuals and small businesses to promote financial inclusion. Accion catalyzes financial service providers to deliver affordable, high-quality solutions at scale, thereby helping communities thrive. The organization supports innovative fintech startups through its investment initiative, Venture Lab, which invests in early-stage companies that enhance financial access and improve service quality. Venture Lab provides both capital and strategic support, facilitating growth and operational efficiency for its portfolio companies. By engaging industry leaders and regulators, Accion challenges the financial sector to become more inclusive, ultimately working towards a world where everyone has the opportunity to improve their financial well-being.

Wayra UK Limited is an accelerator focused on early-stage technology startups, operating since 2012 and based in London. It offers various programs aimed at different sectors, including healthcare, information technology, cyber security, smart transport, and 5G. The Wayra Call provides funding of up to €0.25 million for innovative digital products and services. The Velocity Health program specifically targets healthcare startups, offering £34,000 in investment along with a potential cash prize. Other programs like Wayra Fair By Design and GCHQ Cyber Accelerator also provide financial support tailored to their respective industries. Wayra has a global presence, operating in ten countries and leveraging its affiliation with Telefónica to foster connections between entrepreneurs and industry leaders, thus facilitating collaboration and business opportunities.

SOSV is a global venture capital firm founded in 1995 and headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey. Specializing in seed-to-growth stage investments, SOSV operates multiple accelerator programs worldwide, including HAX for hardware, IndieBio and RebelBio for life sciences, Chinaccelerator and MOX for cross-border internet ventures, Food-X for innovative food solutions, and dlab for blockchain technology. The firm focuses on investments in revolutionary deep technologies aimed at improving human and planetary health, as well as cross-border markets, particularly in Asia. SOSV invests in approximately 150 startups annually, providing support through its resources to accelerate product development and scaling. Over its two-decade history, SOSV has established a strong reputation, consistently ranking among the top venture capital firms globally.

Soma Capital is a venture capital fund established in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California. It specializes in seed investments in software startups and is known for being built by founders for founders. The fund has a notable portfolio that includes successful companies such as Cruise, Rappi, Ironclad, Human Interest, Razorpay, Rippling, and Lambda School, among others. Collectively, the startups in which Soma Capital has invested are valued at over $60 billion, including 17 unicorns.

500 Startups Latam is a venture capital firm dedicated to fostering early-stage companies in Latin America, particularly those that are Spanish-speaking. The firm offers a comprehensive mentorship program that addresses key aspects of business development, including legal issues, product development, sales strategies, growth tactics, organizational culture, and fundraising. This support is designed to prepare entrepreneurs for a culminating Demo Day, where they can showcase their businesses to potential investors. In addition to mentorship, 500 Startups Latam has invested substantial resources into acceleration programs and support services for thousands of entrepreneurs across more than 60 countries. The firm aims to enhance marketing, operations, and financial capabilities of its participants, ensuring they are equipped to secure future funding and achieve sustainable growth, thereby positioning them as potential leaders in their respective industries.

Ámbar Capital is a private equity firm specializing in direct and indirect investments. Within direct, it invests in later stage, emerging growth, and growth capital investments. Within indirect, it invests in private equity funds and real estate funds. The firm invests in healthcare, education, real estate, and technology investments. It invests in Mexico, United States of America, and selected Los Angeles market. It invests between $3 million and $5 million with minimum EBITDA of $0 million. Ámbar Capital was founded in 2009 and is based in Monterrey, Mexico.

Alumni Ventures Group, LLC is a venture capital firm founded in 2013 and based in Manchester, New Hampshire, with additional offices in North America. The firm specializes in seed, early-stage, and late-stage pre-IPO investments, focusing on companies that have an alumni connection and an institutional lead investor with relevant expertise. It offers high-quality, diversified venture portfolios to individual investors, particularly accredited alumni from top entrepreneurial schools, who previously lacked access to venture capital opportunities. Alumni Ventures Group invests between $0.01 million and $3 million in various sectors and geographies, without seeking board or observer seats. Additionally, the firm provides focused funds that enable any accredited investor to access a diverse venture portfolio, allowing for investment across different types, sectors, stages, and geographical locations.

General Atlantic Service Company, L.P. is a global growth equity firm that specializes in making significant minority investments in growth-oriented companies. Founded in 1980 and headquartered in New York, the firm operates additional offices across major global cities, including Beijing, London, and Singapore. General Atlantic focuses on various sectors, including computer software and services, technology, consumer, financial services, and healthcare. The firm emphasizes a collaborative approach, leveraging sector-specific expertise and a long-term investment horizon to support entrepreneurs and management teams in building exceptional businesses. With a team of over 100 investment professionals, General Atlantic is committed to driving growth and delivering strategic support to its portfolio companies worldwide.

Scotiabank, founded in 1832 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, is a leading financial institution that provides a comprehensive range of banking products and services. The bank serves approximately 21 million customers across more than 55 countries, offering personal, commercial, corporate, and investment banking solutions. Its services include wealth management, corporate lending, equity underwriting, and advisory services for mergers and acquisitions. Additionally, Scotiabank has a private equity arm that focuses on middle-market investments, specializing in sectors such as healthcare, technology, and consumer products. The firm typically invests between $5 million and $25 million in companies, seeking both minority and majority ownership. With a commitment to understanding customer needs and managing risk, Scotiabank has established itself as a global financial services leader, supported by a workforce of over 86,000 employees dedicated to helping clients thrive.

SoftBank Group Corp. is a multinational telecommunications and internet corporation based in Tokyo, Japan. Established in 1981, it provides a wide range of services including mobile and fixed-line communications, broadband, and digital television. The company operates through several segments, including the SoftBank Vision Fund, which focuses on investing in technology sectors such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and fintech. Additionally, SoftBank manufactures and distributes mobile devices and offers services in e-commerce, internet advertising, and IT solutions. The firm also engages in renewable energy by generating and supplying electricity. Beyond telecommunications, SoftBank has interests in various sectors, including media, professional sports, and fashion through platforms like ZOZOTOWN. With a global presence, SoftBank actively invests in growth-stage companies, aiming to foster innovation and technological advancement across diverse industries.

Dalus Capital is a venture capital firm founded in 2015 and based in Monterrey, Mexico, with an additional office in Mexico City. The firm specializes in early-stage and growth capital investments, primarily focusing on the Fintech sector, but also extending its reach to software, internet services, healthcare, education, energy, and digital security. Dalus Capital primarily invests in companies located in Mexico, while also considering opportunities in Argentina, Colombia, Peru, Chile, and the United States that have strong connections to Latin America. The firm typically invests between $1 million and $10 million in companies with an enterprise value ranging from $5 million to $100 million and minimum sales of $1 million. With a commitment to ethical and positive change, Dalus Capital emphasizes scalable solutions addressing significant challenges in Latin America, focusing on themes such as Inclusion, Climate Innovation, Business Productivity, and Digital Consumers.

Tiger Global Management, LLC is an investment firm established in 2001 by Charles Coleman, based in New York, with affiliate offices in Hong Kong, Singapore, Bangalore, and Melbourne. The firm operates in both private and public markets, focusing on regions such as China, India, Latin America, Eastern Europe, and the United States. Tiger Global employs a fundamentally oriented investment strategy that targets growth-oriented private companies through its private equity efforts, which have a ten-year investment horizon. In the public equity space, the firm emphasizes thorough due diligence on individual companies and long-term secular themes. Its investment approach primarily concentrates on sectors including the global Internet, technology, telecommunications, media, consumer, and industrial industries. Tiger Global is committed to principles such as integrity, intellectual honesty, teamwork, and long-term thinking in its pursuit of superior risk-adjusted returns for its investors.

Liquid 2 Ventures is a venture capital firm founded in 2015 and based in San Francisco, California. The firm specializes in seed-stage investments, targeting technology startups across various sectors, including communications, biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and more. With a focus on pre-seed and seed-stage companies, Liquid 2 Ventures aims to support early-stage entrepreneurs in the United States as they develop innovative solutions and grow their businesses. The firm was established by Joe Montana, Mike Miller, and Michael Ma, bringing together their expertise to foster technological advancements and drive economic growth in the tech industry.

Quona Capital Management Ltd. is a venture capital firm that focuses on early to growth-stage investments in financial technology companies within emerging markets, particularly in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., with additional offices in Bengaluru, Lima, Cape Town, and Mexico City, Quona Capital aims to enhance financial inclusion by backing startups that leverage technology to improve the accessibility, quality, and affordability of financial services for underserved consumers and businesses. The firm primarily invests in disruptive innovations related to digital lending, payments, and wealth management, as well as adjacent sectors such as agriculture, health, education, and commerce. Investments typically range from $1 million to $10 million, focusing on solutions that address the financial needs of those lacking access to traditional banking services.

Visa is an American multinational financial services company that specializes in facilitating electronic payment systems globally. As the largest payment processor in the world, Visa operates the largest retail electronic payments network, processing nearly $15 trillion in total volume across over 200 countries and in more than 160 currencies. The company provides a variety of payment options through its brands, including credit, debit, prepaid, and commercial programs. VisaNet, its global network, offers value-added services such as fraud and risk management, dispute resolution, and rewards. Additionally, Visa supports online merchants with payment solutions and risk management services, as well as mobile financial services in developing economies. Founded in 1958 and headquartered in San Francisco, Visa is committed to promoting inclusive economies through initiatives led by the Visa Foundation, which focuses on supporting gender-diverse small and micro businesses and addressing community needs during crises.

Investo is a venture capital firm established in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California. It specializes in providing seed capital to technology startups, focusing on various stages of company development including seed, early, growth, and later stages. The firm invests both financial resources and intellectual capital, offering founders continuous access to advice and support aimed at scaling their businesses. In addition to capital, Investo connects startups with essential talent and provides strategic guidance, enabling innovative companies to achieve significant growth.

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.

EWA Fund I, managed by EWA Capital, is a venture capital fund based in Bogotá, Colombia, that focuses on investing in early-stage companies across North, South, and Central America. The fund seeks to support businesses with disruptive models that have achieved a minimum viable product and a proven market fit, characterized by a rapidly growing customer base and sustainable unit economics. EWA Fund I targets sectors including education, healthcare, retail, and technology, emphasizing a hands-on methodology to foster high returns while driving social change. Founded in 2019, EWA Capital leverages the collective strengths and experiences of its team, which comprises former institutional investors and entrepreneurs, to create value in its portfolio companies.

Elevar Equity, LLC is a private equity and venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage and growth equity investments in emerging markets. Established in 2006 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with additional offices in San Francisco, Bangalore, Mauritius, Bogota, and Mexico City, Elevar Equity targets entrepreneurs developing microfinance institutions and firms in sectors such as financial services, education, agriculture, healthcare, and housing. The firm emphasizes investments in Southeast Asia and Latin America, particularly in India, Peru, Brazil, Indonesia, and the Philippines, as well as Central America and Mexico. Elevar's investment strategy aims to support transformative ventures that provide essential products and services to low-income communities, impacting over 25 million underserved customers. The firm takes both minority and majority stakes in its portfolio companies, demonstrating a commitment to long-term growth and scalability. Through its investments, Elevar has catalyzed significant capital into numerous successful enterprises, contributing to the democratization of access to vital resources in targeted regions.

Streamlined Ventures, founded in 2013 and based in Palo Alto, California, is a seed stage investment firm focused on supporting visionary founders in the technology sector. The firm primarily invests in business and consumer-oriented software companies across various domains, including data science, artificial intelligence, software automation, and blockchain technologies. Streamlined Ventures aims to empower entrepreneurs by fostering exceptional companies and ensuring that founders capture significant value from their innovations. The firm emphasizes low ego behavior, mutual respect, and clear communication in its engagement with stakeholders. Additionally, Streamlined Ventures manages multiple venture capital funds, targeting investments in transformational software applications and infrastructure that cater to the evolving needs of the Web and enterprise environments.

Picus Capital is an early-stage technology investment firm with a long-term investment philosophy. We work together with daring technology companies to build successful, global companies challenging the status quo and shaping tomorrow. We want to become the closest partner of our portfolio companies by working together on key strategic decisions and operative challenges. As a privately financed venture capital investor with long-term and flexible capital we are looking for exceptional founders who are committed to building category leaders throughout the next 5-10+ years. We invest in early-stage technology ventures with a focus on Real Estate, Finance & Insurance, Human Resources, Renewable Energy, Mobility, and Health. Picus makes initial investments in pre-seed, seed and series A ventures thereby starting to work together with entrepreneurs in various stages of their companies ranging from ideation phase to initial traction. We follow a very long-term investment approach investing significant amounts throughout the lifecycle of the companies. We have invested in over 50 companies to date. At Picus we work in a culture combining the discipline of a financial investor with the creativity and pragmatism of an entrepreneur. We follow a comprehensive and well-structured investment approach in order to identify the most attractive and ambitious investment opportunities in our target industries and geographies. Within our core investment team every member has a distinctive industry competence and a functional or geographic focus. We are working closely together with our portfolio companies to develop large and successful market leaders. This comprises in particular leveraging our marketing & sales expertise and our global market perspective to provide strategic advice, providing HR management to grant access to top talent, connecting our portfolio companies with our broad B2B & investor network as well as supporting the fundraising process.

Clocktower Technologies I is an early-stage venture capital fund managed by Clocktower Technology Ventures, based in Santa Monica, California. Established in 2015, the fund focuses on the technology and fintech sectors, aiming to invest in innovative startups that are poised to disrupt financial services. Clocktower Technologies I seeks to support entrepreneurs with the vision and drive to reinvent financial systems, addressing various aspects such as lending, payments, insurance, and personal finance. The fund operates within a curated network of global investors and macroeconomic thinkers, facilitating strategic investments primarily in Latin America. Through its targeted approach, Clocktower Technologies I aims to foster growth in up to 40 startups, contributing to the evolution of the financial technology landscape.

GE Equity, a division of General Electric, focuses on maximizing returns on the company's investment capital through strategic equity investments. Established with a blend of extensive equity investing experience and the operational expertise of GE, the division primarily seeks minority ownership stakes in established companies that exhibit high growth potential. GE Equity emphasizes various investment strategies, including growth capital, buy-out co-investments, secondary direct purchases, recapitalizations, and limited partner investments. The division leverages GE's global reach and industry knowledge to identify and capitalize on promising investment opportunities across diverse sectors.

Foundation Capital, founded in 1995 and based in Menlo Park, California, is a venture capital firm that invests primarily in early-stage and growth-stage technology companies. The firm focuses on various sectors, including enterprise software, fintech, digital energy, consumer technology, and clean tech. It typically invests between $1 million and $10 million, with a total budget of $13 million to $14 million over the life of each company. Foundation Capital aims to act as a lead investor and often takes a board seat in its portfolio companies. The firm has a strong track record, having supported over 60 high-growth ventures, including notable companies like Lending Club and Netflix, and has participated in 26 initial public offerings. With a commitment to fostering innovative ideas, Foundation Capital emphasizes the potential of entrepreneurs to create transformative businesses.

Alta Growth Capital, LP is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Mexico City, established in 2006. The firm specializes in buyouts, growth equity, and expansion investments primarily targeting small and medium-sized businesses in Mexico and the US Hispanic markets. Its investment focus spans various industries, including consumer goods, retail, financial services, housing, healthcare, education, entertainment, and select manufacturing sectors. Alta Growth Capital typically invests between $10 million and $30 million in companies with revenues ranging from $15 million to $120 million, taking either majority or minority stakes. The firm aims to exit its investments within four to six years, usually through sales to strategic buyers or public listings. With a combination of private equity, transactional, and operational experience, Alta Growth Capital is positioned to deliver attractive returns for investors while supporting the growth of its portfolio companies.

FinTech Collective is a New York-based venture capital firm established in 2012 that specializes in investing in financial services technology companies. The firm focuses on seed to series B-stage investments, targeting sectors such as capital markets, fintech, and information technology. With a commitment to supporting innovative companies in the financial services space, FinTech Collective aims to foster growth and development within the industry through its strategic investments.

Base10 Partners is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm founded in 2017 that specializes in early-stage investments, particularly in automation and intelligent software. The firm targets traditional sectors of the economy, such as financial services, healthcare, and transportation, aiming to facilitate automation in these areas. Base10 typically invests between $0.5 million and $5 million and has supported nearly 30 companies to date. The firm employs a unique approach by forming industry teams that analyze future trends, identifying potential investment opportunities or companies to monitor for up to 18 months.

NXTP Ventures backs early-stage technology companies led by extraordinary entrepreneurs throughout Latin America. As one of the oldest VC firms in Latin America active since 2011, NXTP puts its extensive network of mentors, investors and industry specialists to work for its portfolio companies. We are particularly passionate about SaaS, logistics, and other services primed to create efficiencies in business workflows by introducing new technology. NXTP Ventures was an early investor in business such as AuthO, CargoX, Trocafone, Satellogic, Cobli, Liftit, VU Security and many more.

Alaya III is a venture capital fund managed by Alaya Capital, located in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The fund focuses on investing in Central and South America, targeting various sectors including information technology, business products and services (B2B), consumer products and services (B2C), and financial services. Alaya III aims to promote and enhance the value of companies and technological ventures in the region, fostering a new economy in Latin America centered on technology and knowledge.

Promotora Social México funds business solutions focused on poverty with a focus on healthcare, education, and economic growth.

ACON Investments is a private equity firm headquartered in Washington, D.C., specializing in buyouts, industry consolidation, and turnarounds within mature and middle-market companies. The firm focuses on companies experiencing operational distress or seeking strategic changes, including those that are bankrupt or over-leveraged and require financial restructuring. ACON predominantly invests in sectors such as energy, consumer goods, healthcare, and telecommunications, with a particular emphasis on businesses serving the U.S. Hispanic market. The firm targets investments in the United States and Latin America, specifically in Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, and Peru, typically deploying between $20 million and $150 million in equity capital. ACON seeks to take board seats in its portfolio companies and aims to hold investments for around five years, engaging with both controlling and significant minority equity interests as well as quasi-equity securities. Founded in 1996, ACON has expanded its presence with additional offices in Mexico City, Sao Paulo, Madrid, and Bogotá.