500 Startups LatAm has an application process open for its next batch. Founders can apply here by May 20th. The program invests $60,000 in startups that go through a 16-week program designed to drive startup growth and make connections to top investors. Continue reading “500 Startups LatAm – Batch 9 Applications”
Category: Community
May Events – Fintech Focus
The two big events in the startup ecosystem this month center around fintech. I am looking forward to both of them:
- Lima Fintech Forum, May 9th and 10th, hosted by EmprendeUP
- Fintech Conference LATAM, May 30th and 31st, hosted by Alta Ventures Continue reading “May Events – Fintech Focus”
Acceleration – Looking beyond Peru
Founders in Peru are pushing beyond borders and seeking out regional and global acceleration programs. Continue reading “Acceleration – Looking beyond Peru”
Articles – Pedro Neira, Startups to Watch
Over the past week, two great articles were published that I would like to highlight:
Global and Regional Startups in Lima
Global and regional startups are entering Lima and having a relevant impact on our ecosystem. In some cases they represent a threat for local players, including startups. However, overall the effect is to inject the startup ecosystem with talented, tech-savvy managers. Continue reading “Global and Regional Startups in Lima”
Media – Getting the word out
Media plays a big role in developing our local ecosystem in Lima. Startups benefit from sharing their stories without spending money on marketing. Positive spotlights on founders and their startups can help attract both customers and investors. Continue reading “Media – Getting the word out”
Start Up Perú – 6ta Generación
Start Up Perú está en el proceso de seleccionar su 6ta generación. A la fecha el programa ha seleccionado a más de 300 founders para dar un impulso a startups con fondos de InnóvatePerú. Continue reading “Start Up Perú – 6ta Generación”
Lima’s startup ecosystem
I really enjoyed reading this recent article on Lima’s startup ecosystem. It is a comprehensive take on the progress and status of our startup community. I like how it highlights the role of various actors: WAYRA, Startup Peru, PECAP, all working together and each contributing in their own way. I also like how it correctly identifies serial entrepreneurs as a key driver of the ecosystem. Continue reading “Lima’s startup ecosystem”
Foro Xcala (Lima, Peru)
Esta semana en Lima la Universidad del Pacifico va a ser host al Foro Xcala el evento anual en Latinoamerica sobre inversión ángel. En nuestro ecosistema en Lima la inversión ángel es un actor cada vez mas importante, ya que tenemos muy buenos emprendedores abriendo rondas de capital semilla. Aún tenemos mucho por aprender y hacer para sofisticarnos y invertir de una forma prudente. El apoyo de organizaciones como Xcala ha sido clave en el desarrollo de redes de inversión ángel en Lima. En el sitio web PECAP, pueden encontrar algunos de las redes activas en Lima. Espero que puedan asistir el foro y nos vemos ahí.
Journey
Este blog es para compartir mis observaciones y aprendizajes como miembro del ecosistema de startups en Lima, Perú y Latinoamérica. Espero poder destacar las buenas practicas de los founders que lideran el ecosistema y apoyar a otros compartir sus perspectivas.