Investors in Nicaragua

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Wheaton Precious Metals

Wheaton Precious Metals Corp is a leading precious metal streaming company that specializes in purchasing silver, gold, and cobalt through long-term agreements with various mining companies. The company has secured streaming agreements for approximately 19 operating mines and 9 development-stage projects, including notable assets such as Vale's Salobo mine and Glencore's Antamina mine. Wheaton provides investors with significant advantages by offering fixed purchase costs and capital cost certainty, which minimizes the risks typically associated with traditional mining operations. This model allows shareholders to benefit from margin growth when precious metal prices rise, while also providing exposure to exploration successes. With an experienced management team and a portfolio of high-quality assets, Wheaton Precious Metals is well-positioned for sustained growth in the precious metals market.
Made 2 investments in Nicaragua

Calibre Mining

Calibre Mining Corp. is a Canada-based multi-asset gold producer focused on the acquisition, exploration, and development of natural resource properties in Nicaragua. The company operates several key projects, including the Pan Gold Mine, Borosi Gold Project, El Limon, and La Libertad mines, along with additional properties such as Gold Rock and Gold Eagle. Primarily targeting precious metals, Calibre Mining generates its revenue through the sale of gold and silver, with the majority of its income derived from its operations in Nicaragua and some from the United States. The company is particularly focused on exploring the Mining Triangle region in northeast Nicaragua, which is recognized for its mineral potential but remains largely underexplored.

Proparco

Proparco is a Paris-based organization established in 1977 that specializes in providing private sector funding for sustainable development initiatives. It focuses on financing and supporting companies and financial institutions across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. Proparco targets key development sectors, including infrastructure—especially renewable energy—agriculture, financial institutions, health, and education. The organization aims to enhance the role of private entities in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) established by the international community in 2015. By financing projects that create jobs, provide essential goods and services, and combat climate change, Proparco contributes to sustainable economic growth and development. Its financing solutions include loans, guarantees, equity, and quasi-equity options tailored to the needs of the private sector.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

Finnish Fund for Industrial Cooperation

Finnish Fund for Industrial Cooperation Ltd., established in 1980 and based in Helsinki, is an economic development agency that invests in businesses addressing global development challenges. It specializes in direct and fund of fund investments, primarily in medium-sized projects in developing countries and transition economies. The firm focuses on sectors such as renewable energy, sustainable forestry, agriculture, financial institutions, and digital infrastructure. It typically invests between EUR 1 million and EUR 10 million, structuring deals as equity capital, mezzanine financing, or investment loans. Finnish Fund for Industrial Cooperation Ltd. aims to generate impact and build a sustainable future through its investments.

IDB Invest

IDB Invest is an economic development agency based in Washington, D.C., established in 1985 as a member of the Inter-American Development Bank Group. It focuses on financing sustainable companies and projects that aim to enhance economic, social, and environmental development in Latin America and the Caribbean. The agency provides a variety of financial products and advisory services to large corporations, financial intermediaries, and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). IDB Invest seeks to support initiatives that advance clean energy, modernize agriculture, improve transport systems, and expand access to financing. By targeting projects with significant impact, it aims to foster sustainable development in the region while promoting private sector growth.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

Wexford Capital

Wexford Capital, established in 1994, is a Connecticut-based investment advisory firm with an additional office in Florida. It manages a diverse portfolio of hedge and private equity funds, totaling approximately $6.5 billion in assets. The company focuses on investments across North America, targeting private equity, agriculture, and real estate asset classes. Wexford also considers investments in distressed companies and sectors such as energy, real estate, and technology. As a Registered Investment Adviser, it provides tailored investment strategies to its clients.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

Citi Foundation

Citi Foundation, established in 2020, is a New York-based venture capital firm that invests in U.S.-based private sector companies addressing societal challenges. Through its $500 million Impact Fund, it makes equity investments, typically co-investing with other venture capital firms, in companies demonstrating proof of concept and potential for scale. The Foundation focuses on four verticals: the future of work, climate resilience, financial inclusion, and social infrastructure. It prioritizes investing in businesses led or owned by women and minorities, aiming to bridge gender and race gaps in the VC-funded startup world. Additionally, it has committed $50 million to the Black Entrepreneurs Investment Initiative, supporting tech-enabled ventures led by black founders to reduce the racial wealth gap.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

Stripes

Stripes Group LLC, established in 2003 and headquartered in New York, is a growth equity firm that invests in both enterprise and consumer businesses. It focuses on software and consumer companies, with a particular interest in leading horizontal and vertical software platforms serving small to medium-sized businesses (SMB) up to enterprise-level clients. Stripes typically invests between $10 million and $150 million in companies with annual revenues greater than $10 million or experiencing over 20% annual revenue growth. The firm seeks minority and majority equity stakes, and is open to co-investments and bootstrapped businesses. It targets founder-owned and operated companies, often providing capital for liquidity and aiming for exits within two to four years.
Made 4 investments in Nicaragua

Sun Valley Investments

Sun Valley Investments LLC is a private equity firm founded in 2014 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, with additional offices in Asia and South America. The firm specializes in investments in the mining and precious metals sectors, focusing on early-stage mining companies. Sun Valley Investments also engages in bridge loans, share-backed financing, royalty finance, and private equity, with a particular emphasis on gold and real estate investments.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

Owl Rock Capital Group

Owl Rock Capital Group, established in 2016, is a New York-based alternative asset manager specializing in credit investments. It caters to the financing needs of middle-market companies in the United States, providing tailored "one-stop" financing solutions across the capital structure. The company invests in senior secured or unsecured loans, subordinated loans, mezzanine loans, and to a lesser extent, equity-related securities and warrants. Owl Rock targets companies with annual EBITDA between $10 million and $250 million and revenue between $50 million and $2.5 billion. Its investment focus spans various sectors, including business services, consumer products, healthcare, industrials, software, and energy, among others. Owl Rock deploys capital through Owl Rock Capital Corporation, a business development company, and is managed by Owl Rock Capital Advisors, a SEC-registered investment adviser. The company's seasoned executives leverage their extensive experience to design and fund custom financing solutions, positioning Owl Rock as a preferred lending partner for middle-market companies and their sponsors.
Made 2 investments in Nicaragua

Generation Investment Management

Generation Investment Management, headquartered in London, is an investment advisory firm established in 2004. It specializes in managing global equity portfolios and investment funds, with a focus on seed, early-stage, and mid-stage investments. The company's unique approach integrates sustainability research into fundamental financial analysis, believing that long-term business profitability is directly affected by economic, social, and environmental performance. Generation's investment team comprises experts from both the investment and sustainability research fields, aiming to align client interests with sustainable business practices.
Made 2 investments in Nicaragua

Top Tier Capital Partners

Top Tier Capital Partners, LLC, established in 1999, is a San Francisco-based venture capital firm that specializes in fund of fund investments, secondary market transactions, and co-investments. The firm focuses on niche venture capital, growth capital, and mid-market buyout funds for its fund of fund investments. In direct investments, it primarily targets software and technology companies at various stages, from seed to emerging growth. Top Tier Capital Partners also co-invests in select portfolio companies. With additional offices in Boston and London, the firm manages its assets through its executive management team.
Made 2 investments in Nicaragua

DN Capital

DN Capital, established in 2000, is a London-based venture capital firm with a presence in Silicon Valley. It specializes in early-stage investments, primarily in Europe and North America, focusing on software, fintech, marketplaces, and consumer internet sectors. The firm aims to support companies planning to operate on both sides of the Atlantic, helping them build international businesses. DN Capital has a strong track record, having been a lead investor in notable companies such as Endeca (acquired by Oracle), Shazam, Auto1, Purplebricks (IPO London), and Quandoo (acquired by Recruit).
Made 5 investments in Nicaragua

DFJ Growth

DFJ Growth, established in 2014 and based in Menlo Park, California, is a venture capital firm that invests in growth-stage technology companies. It focuses on partnering with visionary entrepreneurs who are scaling rapidly and poised for market leadership. The firm typically invests $2 million to $10 million initially, with a lifetime investment of around $15 million, across sectors such as software, consumer, enterprise, and healthcare technology. DFJ Growth is the later-stage investing practice of Threshold Ventures, which also manages early-stage funds.
Made 4 investments in Nicaragua

PayU GPO

PayU is a financial services provider that operates in emerging global markets, focusing on online payment solutions. It offers a comprehensive platform that enables millions of merchants to accept payments through a diverse array of over 300 payment methods. The company processes approximately 1.2 million payments daily, ensuring secure and efficient transactions. In addition to its payment processing services, PayU is dedicated to improving access to credit and banking services for consumers and small businesses in regions that lack traditional financial infrastructure. By combining innovative technology with a commitment to underserved markets, PayU plays a significant role in facilitating online commerce and enhancing financial inclusion.
Made 3 investments in Nicaragua

Valor Capital Group

Valor Capital Group, established in 2011 and headquartered in New York, is an investment firm specializing in cross-border financial and investment opportunities. It operates two primary investment strategies: Growth Equity and Venture Capital. The firm invests in seed-stage, early-stage, later-stage, and growth-stage companies across various sectors, including B2B, B2C, e-commerce, fintech, and technology, in both the United States and Brazil. Valor Capital Group is a Registered Investment Adviser (RIA).
Made 2 investments in Nicaragua

Trilogy Equity Partners

Trilogy Equity Partners, established in 2006 and located in Bellevue, Washington, is a venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage investments. The firm is led by a team of former entrepreneurs and operators who have substantial experience in the technology and wireless sectors, including the formation and leadership of major mobile operators in the United States. Trilogy emphasizes a hands-on investment approach and aims to align its interests with the long-term growth of the companies it supports. The firm primarily invests in early-stage companies across the Pacific Northwest, striving to build great companies over time.
Made 5 investments in Nicaragua

Stanley Ventures

Stanley Ventures is the corporate venture capital arm of Stanley Black & Decker, established in 2016 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm focuses on investing in innovative startups across various sectors, including software-as-a-service, electrification, autonomy, construction technology, and advanced materials. In addition to financial investment, Stanley Ventures provides valuable industry expertise, supplier relationships, and access to a broad customer base, aiming to support the growth and development of its portfolio companies.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

Silicon Valley Bank

Silicon Valley Bank, established in 1983, is a leading commercial bank headquartered in Santa Clara, California. It specializes in providing a wide array of financial services, including banking, treasury management, and international banking, to innovative technology, life science, and premium wine businesses, as well as venture capital and private equity firms. With a global presence through 27 U.S. offices and seven international operations, the bank leverages its industry knowledge, connections, and world-class service to support the success of its clients.
Made 3 investments in Nicaragua

Princeville Capital

Princeville Capital, established in 2015, is a global venture capital firm headquartered in San Francisco, with additional offices in Hong Kong and Amsterdam. The firm specializes in investing in breakout and growth-stage technology companies, focusing on software and internet sectors. Princeville Capital seeks to back companies that are driving positive impact on climate change, with a portfolio spanning energy efficiency, smart grid/IOT, smart cities, and other climate-positive technologies. The firm prefers to lead investment rounds and provides a global perspective along with support for international expansion.
Made 2 investments in Nicaragua

DN Capital (UK) LLP

DN Capital (UK) LLP is a venture capital and private equity firm specializing in startups, early stage, seed, series A, series B, and growth stage and growth capital investments. The firm can also make investments at mid and late stages. It typically invests in enterprise software, marketplace, mobile applications, consumer internet, fintech, proptech, travel, digital health, SaaS, e-commerce, digital media, mobile, logistics, Automotive, HRTech and information technology companies. The firm invests globally. It seeks to invest in companies primarily based in Europe with a focus on Northern Europe, Scandinavia, United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Nordics. It also invests in North America with a focus on Silicon Valley in the United States. It invests between €.25 million ($0.33 million) and €10 million ($10.10 million) per company and can invest up to €15 million ($21.15 million) in syndication. It also seeks to make co-investments. The firm prefers to take a minority stake or joint control and a board seat in its portfolio companies. DN Capital (UK) LLP was founded in June, 2000 and is based in London, United Kingdom with additional offices in Menlo Park, California and Berlin, Germany.

Belgian Investment Company for Developing Countries

The Belgian Investment Company for Developing Countries (BIO) is an economic development agency located in Brussels, Belgium, founded in 2001. Its primary goal is to foster a robust private sector in developing and emerging countries, facilitating access to sustainable growth and development. BIO directly invests in private sector projects, contributing significantly to the socio-economic development of the host countries. The agency's mandate emphasizes specific geographical targets, diverse financing tools, and a strong focus on the impact of its investments on development, aligning with international development goals. The management of BIO's assets is overseen by its executive management team, ensuring that its initiatives effectively support sustainable economic progress in the regions it serves.
Made 2 investments in Nicaragua

Prudential Financial

Prudential Financial, Inc. is a diversified financial services company based in Newark, New Jersey, founded in 1875. It specializes in insurance, investment management, and retirement solutions, offering a wide range of products to both individuals and institutions. The company operates through various segments, including Retirement, Group Insurance, and Individual Annuities, providing services such as life insurance, disability coverage, and retirement planning for diverse markets. Prudential also manages investment assets across public and private equity, fixed income, and real estate. While it primarily serves customers in the United States, it has a notable presence in international markets, particularly in Japan and Korea. Through its proprietary and third-party distribution networks, Prudential Financial aims to help clients grow and protect their wealth while fostering an inclusive work environment for its employees.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

Burch Creative Capital

Burch Creative Capital, founded in 2008 and based in New York, is a venture capital firm that adopts a distinctive approach to creating value in the market. Led by Christopher Burch, the firm combines entrepreneurial values with a keen understanding of consumer behavior to identify and nurture new market opportunities. Burch has a notable history, having participated in the growth of over 50 companies throughout his 30-year career. The firm focuses on investing in a diverse range of sectors including healthcare, hospitality, retail, and technology, while also emphasizing creativity as a critical component of successful investing. Burch Creative Capital’s portfolio features a mix of established and emerging brands, such as Nihiwatu Resort and Poppin, alongside well-known names like the Faena Hotel and Tory Burch. The firm not only provides funding but also contributes creativity and insights to support the development of lifestyle and consumer product brands.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

Webhelp

Webhelp is a customer experience provider that specializes in customer relationship management (CRM) outsourcing services across various sectors, including automotive, fashion, healthcare, financial services, and technology. The company focuses on engineering customer experiences for brands and enhancing performance through its outsourcing solutions. By leveraging advanced technology and a skilled workforce, Webhelp aims to deliver high-quality services that lead to significant transformations in operational models and provide clients with sustainable financial advantages. Unlike traditional call centers, Webhelp emphasizes a comprehensive approach to customer interactions, ensuring that businesses can rely on its expertise to improve customer engagement and satisfaction.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

Visa

Visa is an American multinational financial services company that specializes in electronic payment systems globally. As the largest payment processor in the world, Visa facilitates the transfer of value and information among financial institutions, merchants, consumers, businesses, and government entities. In fiscal 2023, the company processed nearly $15 trillion in total volume, operating in over 200 countries and handling transactions in more than 160 currencies. Visa's advanced systems can process over 65,000 transactions per second, underscoring its significant role in the global payments landscape.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

International Finance Corporation

International Finance Corporation (IFC), established in 1956, is a member of the World Bank Group dedicated to fostering private sector development in emerging markets. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., with global offices, IFC provides financial and advisory services to support economic activities across various sectors such as infrastructure, agriculture, manufacturing, and financial services. It invests in both direct equity and debt, as well as fund investments, with a focus on projects that promote sustainable development and inclusive growth. IFC's investment range typically spans from $1 million to $100 million, with a minority equity stake, often up to 20%. It also offers debt financing, with loan sizes up to 25% of total project costs or 50% for expansion projects. IFC's portfolio includes a mix of asset-backed securities, corporate debt securities, government obligations, equity investments, and derivative assets. It aims to exit investments through domestic stock markets, arrangements with project sponsors, or public listings within 7 to 15 years.
Made 2 investments in Nicaragua

QED Investors

QED Investors, established in 2007, is a venture capital firm headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, with an additional office in New York City. It specializes in early-stage investments, focusing on disruptive financial services and fintech companies. QED invests in seed, early venture, and mid venture stages across the United States, Latin America, and the United Kingdom. The firm provides not only capital but also strategic support to its portfolio companies, emphasizing the role of information in their success and fostering a collaborative, hands-on approach.
Made 2 investments in Nicaragua

ESO Fund

ESO Fund, established in 2012 and headquartered in San Mateo, California, specializes in providing funding services to employees of venture-backed companies. It offers cash advances to help these individuals exercise their stock options and cover associated taxes. The company employs a due diligence strategy and transaction protocol to swiftly evaluate and close these transactions. ESO Fund also offers partial liquidity to those who have already exercised private stock options, allowing them to recover capital and mitigate downside risk while retaining potential upside.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

The Goldman Sachs Group

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., established in 1869, is a global leader in investment banking, securities, and investment management. It operates in four primary segments: Investment Banking, Institutional Client Services, Investing & Lending, and Investment Management. The company provides a wide range of services, including financial advisory services for mergers and acquisitions, underwriting services for various securities, client execution services for fixed income, currencies, commodities, and equities, securities services, and wealth advisory services. It serves a diverse client base comprising corporations, financial institutions, governments, and high-net-worth individuals. Additionally, Goldman Sachs invests in a broad array of asset classes, including debt securities, equity securities, real estate, and private equity, demonstrating its commitment to driving growth and innovation across industries.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

Bridge Bank

Founded in 2001 and headquartered in San Jose, California, Bridge Bank is a commercial bank that specializes in providing tailored banking and lending solutions for businesses. As a division of Western Alliance Bank, it combines the resources of larger financial institutions with a strong commitment to personal service. Bridge Bank offers a range of services, including asset-based lending, commercial loans, equipment finance, recurring revenue lines of credit, and treasury management. Its client base spans various industries, including healthcare, life sciences, manufacturing, technology, commercial real estate, and professional services. The bank's approach is relationship-driven and emphasizes flexibility, speed, and advanced technological solutions to meet the distinct needs of its diverse clientele.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

Barclays

Barclays, established in 1690, is a British multinational bank with a global presence. It offers a wide range of financial services, including retail banking, credit cards, corporate and investment banking, and wealth management. The company serves a diverse client base, from individuals and small businesses to large corporations and governments, across Europe, the Americas, Africa, and Asia. Barclays' services span deposit accounts, lending, credit cards, transaction banking, securities trading, mergers and acquisitions advisory, and wealth management. With over 147,500 employees and a customer base of 48 million, Barclays moves, lends, invests, and protects money for clients worldwide.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

SK Ventures

SK Ventures, established in 2011 and headquartered in Siesta Key, Florida, is a venture capital firm focusing on seed and early-stage investments. Led by Paul Kedrosky and Eric Norlin, the company primarily invests in technology sectors such as information technology, SaaS, mobile, big data, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.
Made 2 investments in Nicaragua

TomorrowVentures

TomorrowVentures is a seed and early-stage venture capital firm founded in 2009 and headquartered in Palo Alto, California, with an additional office in Denver, Colorado. The firm focuses on investing in innovative ideas that can significantly impact technology, lifestyle, and philanthropy. TomorrowVentures aims to nurture and grow companies that possess the potential to transform the way people live, interact, and thrive. With a diverse base of experience and expertise, the firm emphasizes adding value beyond just financial investment. Additionally, it operates TomorrowInnovations, a seed-fund incubator that facilitates connections between founders and a global network of entrepreneurial peers, mentors, strategic partners, and investors.
Made 2 investments in Nicaragua

Founders Co-Op

Founders' Co-op, established in 2008, is a Seattle-based venture capital firm specializing in seed-stage investments. They focus on supporting the region's strongest early-stage entrepreneurs, particularly in the software sector, and have been instrumental in connecting Pacific Northwest startups with out-of-region investors. As the largest and longest-running seed-stage specialist fund in the region, they are a trusted partner for both local founders and external investors seeking access to promising deals.
Made 2 investments in Nicaragua

Alta Growth Capital

Alta Growth Capital, established in 2006, is a private equity firm headquartered in Mexico City. It specializes in mid-market investments, focusing on small and medium-sized businesses in Mexico and the U.S. Hispanic market. The firm targets companies in consumer goods, retail, financial services, housing, healthcare, education, entertainment, and select manufacturing and industrial sectors. Alta Growth Capital invests between $10 million and $30 million in companies with revenues ranging from $15 million to $120 million, taking either majority or minority positions. It aims to exit investments within four to six years through strategic sales or public listings. The firm's experienced team, with both local and international expertise, seeks to generate attractive returns for investors while driving portfolio companies' success.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

Wyndham Vacation Rentals

Wyndham Vacation Rentals is a leading provider of vacation rental services, delivering home-like experiences to travelers primarily across North America. The company is part of Wyndham Worldwide, which encompasses various hospitality business units, including vacation ownership and hotel operations. Wyndham Vacation Rentals offers access to a vast portfolio of over 107,000 properties in more than 100 countries, catering to millions of families seeking leisure accommodations each year. The brand emphasizes trusted, hospitality-grade service, ensuring guests feel at home during their stay. With a commitment to quality and a diverse range of rental options, Wyndham Vacation Rentals plays a significant role in the vacation rental market, helping travelers create memorable experiences. Based in Parsippany, New Jersey, Wyndham Vacation Rentals operates within a larger framework that includes timeshare and hotel offerings, reinforcing its reputation in the hospitality industry.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

One Equity Partners

One Equity Partners, established in 2001 and headquartered in New York, is a private equity firm managing approximately $10 billion. It invests in middle-market companies across North America and Western Europe, with a focus on the industrial, healthcare, and technology sectors. The firm backs compelling business ideas and strong management teams, aiming to drive strategic and operational changes to create long-term value.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

Fledge

Fledge is a venture capital and accelerator firm founded in 2012 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, with additional offices in Lima, Peru, and Barcelona, Spain. The firm specializes in supporting mission-driven for-profit startups that address significant global challenges such as poverty, hunger, sustainability, and inequality through innovative business models. Fledge operates a network of business accelerators worldwide, each tailored to the specific needs of local entrepreneurs and the unique problems they aim to solve. Through its ten-week program, Fledge provides seed-stage companies with investment ranging from $15,000 to $20,000 for a six percent equity stake. The firm is committed to fostering impactful startups, offering various programs including those focused on cooperative businesses and opportunities for companies looking to relocate to Canada.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

GAWA Capital

GAWA Capital is an impact investment firm based in Madrid, Spain, founded in 2009. The company focuses on promoting social and economic development by providing financial support to social enterprises in underserved and low-income markets. GAWA Capital raises and manages investment funds aimed at making both debt and equity investments, thereby seeking to generate financial returns for investors while creating a positive impact on society. The firm serves as the Alternative Investment Fund Manager for the Huruma Fund and acts as an advisor to the Global Financial Inclusion Fund, as well as managing an open-ended fund in Spain called Magallanes Impacto FIL.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

Vulcan

Vulcan is a private company focused on addressing global challenges through innovative solutions. Established by Paul G. Allen, co-founder of Microsoft, Vulcan operates with a local focus and a global reach, supporting initiatives that aim to save endangered species, combat climate change, enhance ocean health, and explore new frontiers. The company's programs and projects facilitate collaboration among industry leaders across various disciplines to develop data-driven solutions. Vulcan Capital, the private equity and venture capital arm of Vulcan, invests across all stages of corporate development, including leveraged buyouts, growth capital, and early-stage ventures, while managing a diverse portfolio in sectors such as media, energy, technology, and life sciences. Vulcan's investment strategy spans public and private companies, with a preference for substantial investments and a typical holding period of up to ten years. Based in Seattle, Washington, with an additional office in Palo Alto, California, Vulcan continues to seek impactful opportunities globally, particularly in the United States, Europe, and Asia.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

MassChallenge

MassChallenge is a global nonprofit startup accelerator headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, established in 2009. It supports early-stage entrepreneurs across various industries, including technology, healthcare, and social impact, by providing mentorship, resources, and networking opportunities. With locations in Israel, Mexico, Switzerland, Texas, and the UK, MassChallenge connects high-potential startups with industry experts and investors to foster innovation and facilitate growth. The accelerator operates on a non-equity model, allowing entrepreneurs to maintain full ownership of their companies while benefiting from strategic partnerships and tailored training programs. Through its diverse initiatives, such as targeted accelerator programs like MassChallenge HealthTech and FinTech, the organization aims to drive impactful change and enhance the global innovation ecosystem.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

Dorm Room Fund

Dorm Room Fund is a venture capital investment firm founded in 2012 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It focuses on providing financial support and resources to entrepreneurial students across the nation, particularly those involved in information technology companies. The firm offers founders access to a robust network of investors and experienced mentors, along with an investment of $20,000. By fostering a strong community of student entrepreneurs, Dorm Room Fund aims to empower the next generation of innovators and leaders in the startup ecosystem.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

Acequia Capital (AceCap)

Acequia Capital specializes in advising early-stage founders and teams who are passionate about harnessing software to drive business innovation. The firm partners with entrepreneurs from the initial stages of idea development and team formation through to the eventual IPO, sale, or other exit strategies. Acequia Capital offers seed capital and assists in organizing initial investment groups, securing bridge financing when necessary, and leading or participating in subsequent equity financings from Series A onward. Additionally, the firm facilitates secondary sales to create a market for founders, employees, and investors, while also providing alternative financing solutions that align with the needs of companies and their stakeholders.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

Norfund

Norfund, established in 1997, is a Norwegian government organization based in Oslo. It is an economic development agency that provides equity, risk capital, and loans to businesses in selected countries and sectors where access to capital is scarce. Its primary focus is Sub-Saharan Africa, with additional investments in South East Asia and Central America. Norfund aims to contribute to poverty reduction and economic development in these regions by supporting sustainable businesses through strategic minority investments.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

Opes Impact Fund

Opes Impact Fund, an Italy-based venture capital fund, supports the development of enterprises that aim to make a positive social impact.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

Actis

Actis, established in 2004, is a prominent global investor focused on growth markets in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. With a heritage in these regions, Actis employs over 200 professionals across 16 offices worldwide, offering a multi-asset strategy that includes private equity, energy, infrastructure, and real estate. They have raised over US$14 billion since inception and currently invest in approximately 70 companies globally, employing over 116,500 people. Actis' approach emphasizes active ownership, local knowledge, and responsible investing, delivering consistent, competitive returns through a 'south-south' focus, sharing knowledge and experience across regions and businesses.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

Export Development Canada

Export Development Canada (EDC), established in 1944, is a Canadian Crown corporation headquartered in Ottawa. It assists businesses of all sizes, from small enterprises to large corporations, in expanding their global reach. EDC offers a range of services, including trade knowledge, financial solutions, equity investments, insurance, and connections, to help Canadian companies grow their business internationally with confidence.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

Cordiant Capital

Cordiant Capital, established in 1999, is a Montreal-based investment firm specializing in emerging markets. It offers institutional clients access to private debt, private equity, and alternative investment strategies across Asia, Eastern Europe, Latin America, and Africa. With over USD 2.4 billion in capital subscriptions across six funds, Cordiant focuses on senior secured corporate debt, agricultural trade finance, and project finance loans, investing in sectors such as natural resources, financial services, agribusiness, and manufacturing. It also facilitates securitization of corporate loan portfolios. Cordiant is known for its efficient and cost-effective management, providing high-quality, income-generating investments with superior risk/return profiles.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua

FMO

FMO, the Dutch entrepreneurial development bank, is a financial institution based in The Hague, Netherlands, founded in 1970 through a collaboration between the Dutch government and various financial entities. It focuses on supporting the private sector in developing countries and emerging markets across Asia, Africa, Latin America, and Central and Eastern Europe. FMO provides a diverse range of financial products, including long-term project financing, private equity, loans, guarantees, and mezzanine financing. Its investment portfolio is primarily allocated to financial institutions, energy, agribusiness, food and water, and private equity. By offering capital, expertise, and networks, FMO aims to foster sustainable economic development and empower local businesses and projects.
Made 1 investment in Nicaragua