Valor Capital Group

What a great week at #LAVCAWeek2024! A special highlight was seeing our Managing Partner, Paulo Passoni, share his valuable insights on growth investing during the panel discussion "From Idea to IPO: Supporting the Next Generation of Latin American Startups." He was joined by fellow industry leaders: - Maria Tereza Azevedo, Investment Director at SoftBank Latin America - Edson Rigonatti, Co-Founder and General Partner at Astella - Isaiah Steinfeld, GM/Global Head of Startup Acquisition and Customer Experience at AWS Thank you to LAVCA for once again putting together a great event and pushing forward the conversation on innovation and investing in Latin America. Looking forward to next year's edition! #VentureCapital #LATAMStartups #GrowthInvesting #Innovation

Tune in to this insightful conversation with Abdon Nacif, co-founder of NEXU, where he discusses the key principles that have led Nexu to become one of Mexico’s leading fintechs. In the podcast, hosted by Miguel Armaza of Gilgamesh Ventures, Abdon dives deep into leadership, building resilience, and the strategies that helped Nexu achieve sustainable growth. https://lnkd.in/d5PMAPZU

??We were thrilled to participate in the #IDBFundManagersMeeting2024?? Special thanks to IDB Lab and IDB Invest for hosting Valor's Founding Partner, Scott Sobel, and Managing Partner, Paulo Passoni, in today's dynamic program. Scott moderated a thought-provoking panel, "In Search of Liquidity: Creative Trends to Generating DPI," alongside an impressive lineup of industry leaders: Jenna Shen, Dawn Powell, Ricardo F. and Diego Serebrisky. Paulo shared his expertise on growth equity during the panel, "Unlocking Value: Growth Equity in Emerging LAC Markets," joined by Shu Nyatta, Patricia Cordeiro and moderated by Sacha Spitz. We’re incredibly grateful for the opportunity to engage in such rich discussions, contributing to and learning from our peers and partners. A heartfelt thanks to IDB for hosting such an impactful event. ?? #VentureCapital #Liquidity #DPI #Venture #Growth #Innovation #Latam #IDB

??Last week Valor took shared the stage at the #JSafraBrazilConference20244!?? ???Our Founding Partner, Cliff Sobel, and Managing Partner, Dan Schulman, joined by Valor Venture Partner, Brian Brooks, engaged in a dynamic panel discussion on "What to expect from a Donald Trump or Kamala Harris administration?"??? We explored how both administrations would address critical issues like: * Geopolitical policies around China, Ukraine, and trade * Tax reforms and their implications for businesses * The future of digital finance and blockchain regulation * Energy policies and their impact on the economy * How immigration and labor are shaping the U.S. political landscape As thought leaders at the intersection of policy & regulation and technology & innovation, we're committed to navigating these key issues and fostering meaningful discussions that impact the future of the global economy.????? ?? Watch the full panel discussion here: https://lnkd.in/d34E674e Special thanks to Safra for hosting this insightful session! #Leadership #Innovation #Geopolitics #DigitalFinance #PolicyAndRegulation #JSafraConference20244

Check out this great article from The Generalist, with contributions from Valor's CEO Scott Sobel. The article dives into the art and science of portfolio construction, featuring insights from some of the leading venture capitalists in the industry. The piece offers a great overview of how top funds are structured to maximize returns. Read more on this link: https://lnkd.in/duDDX_Xq

Thrilled to share that 3 of our portfolio companies have been recognized among the Top 20 Startups in Brazil by LinkedIn, with Caju leading the way at #1! ?? Congratulations to: Caju (#1): Caju simplifies corporate benefits management with an all-in-one platform that empowers employees with flexible perks, while seamlessly integrating benefits and managing expenses for companies. Gringo (#6): The go-to Super App for Brazilian drivers, cutting through the red tape by simplifying everything from fines to vehicle loans. Principia (#20): Bringing financial predictability to education by handling payments and collections, so schools and students can focus on what truly matters: education. https://lnkd.in/dmXE7CjU

??? Excited to share the latest episode of the Fintech Business Weekly podcast, featuring an insightful conversation with our Managing Partner, Michael Nicklas, and host Jason Mikula. Released just this morning, the episode dives deep into some of the most critical topics shaping the fintech landscape across the Americas and globally. ?? Key takeaways include: * The Brazilian Central Bank's pivotal role in driving financial innovation with initiatives like Pix and DREX. * Valor's unique cross-border investment strategy. * Evolving geopolitical risks and how they influence our investment decisions. * Plus, a spotlight on some of our portfolio companies that are leading the way in fintech innovation! ?? Listen to the episode now: https://lnkd.in/eDjEhex2

Congratulations to BHub on raising R$74 million! In just three years, BHub has established itself as a pioneer in transforming back-office services into a scalable, technology-driven solution, empowering over 4,000 small and medium enterprises. The joining of IFC - International Finance Corporation in this round validates how crucial this thesis is for enabling SMBs to thrive, especially in developing markets. We're thrilled to continue partnering with you, Jorge Vargas Neto and team! https://lnkd.in/da27n9R5

With the introduction of CVM Resolution 175, the Brazilian capital market is set to see significant improvements in governance and transparency, creating a more robust framework for fintechs and securitization structures like FIDCs. At Valor Capital Group, we are proud to partner with companies like Kanastra, led by Manuel Netto and Gustavo Mapeli, who are at the forefront of leveraging these advancements to bring more secure and sophisticated solutions to the financial services sector in Brazil. Check out this interview with Valor Econ?mico S/A, where our partner Carlos Costa comments on the matter. https://lnkd.in/dPPCNQpZ

And that's a wrap for #S?oPauloTechWeek! It was a busy week, but one that left us energized and ready to hit the ground running. We are grateful for the opportunity to engage with fantastic founders, fellow funds and partners. The strong turnout and quality of discussions and panels are a testament to how the Brazilian ecosystem is thriving - and we couldn't be more excited for what's ahead! A special shoutout to the events we partnered with: the DCM Chats and Cocktail promoted by Kanastra, in collaboration with Quona Capital and Oak HC/FT; our Founder Happy Hour with QED Investors, Lightrock, Cooley LLP, Warren Investimentos; and the inaugural 4Founders Forum in Brazil, in partnership with KASZEK and Google for Startups. Congratulations to the organizers for the initiative! See you next year! Beacon Founders Amazon Web Services (AWS) Endeavor Brasil Cubo Itaú Google