Zacua Ventures

🚀 Exciting News! Zacua Ventures closes an oversubscribed $56 million Fund to Invest in the Next Generation of Construction Technology 🏗️ We're thrilled to announce the closing of Zacua Ventures' inaugural fund, totaling $56 million, aimed at revolutionizing the construction industry with cutting-edge technology. As part of this milestone, we're also proud to lead a $9-million seed round for the innovative data infrastructure startup FLEXNODE. What sets Zacua apart is our unique blend of global corporate investors, industry leaders within their respective domains. With their support, we've surpassed our initial fundraising target, reflecting the immense enthusiasm for tech-driven solutions in construction. Our team brings together decades of experience in venture capital, technology, and construction, positioning Zacua to invest in startups addressing key themes: productivity, sustainability, and urbanization. From enhancing construction efficiency to reducing carbon footprints, we're committed to supporting game-changing solutions. Operating globally, Zacua Ventures bridges startups and corporate investors across North America, Europe, Latam and Asia, fostering collaboration and growth. Since our inception, we've backed over a dozen startups, making us one of the most active construction VCs globally. At Zacua Ventures, we're committed to shaping the future of construction technology, driving #sustainability, #productivity, and #urbanization worldwide. Thanks TechCrunch for covering the news! Vivin Hegde, Mauricio Tessi Weiss, Juan N., Margarita de la Peña Virgós, Victoria Smith, Pedro Garcia, Ruben Weinstein Document Crunch, ecoworks, Field Materials, Construex, Sitewire, Raise Robotics, Mercator AI, FLEXNODE, Outbuild, CONXAI, Concrete4Change, Pathways #contech #startup #venturecapital #construction #aec #builtenvironment #innovation #ai #sustainability https://lnkd.in/dEP9RAb3

What a year 2024 has been! 😲😲😲 We've been busy working hard, assessing, and supporting innovative #startups 🚀 in the #contech area. It's been amazing to share their journey with all of you through our social media. This year, our Zacua Ventures team has grown, and so has our knowledge thanks to new connections and friendships in the industry. 🤝 Check out our ZV #RECAP2024 and join us in celebrating a fantastic year! We hope 2025 brings you even more success and joy. 🎉 🎉 🎉 🎉 🎉 Juan N. Mauricio Tessi Weiss Vivin Hegde Victoria Smith Margarita de la Peña Virgós Pedro Garcia Dr. Anas Bataw Philip Sondhu

At Zacua Ventures we proud to work with the leading #construction companies worldwide. Antonia Elisa Soler Blasco is an example of that: Director at Hilti Venture, we have been working with them since our inception. From exchanging deals to co-investment in both #software and #hardware #startups 🚀 , we're happy to see how this relationship has grown over the years. We really appreciate Antonia and the entire Hilti Venture team for the insights, the hard work and the fun times! Let's hear what she has to say about this relationship! Vivin Hegde Mauricio Tessi Weiss Juan N. Margarita de la Peña Virgós Pedro Garcia Victoria Smith

From Zacua Ventures we want to announce that our friend & Document Crunch CEO, Josh Levy has been named one of the "Top AI Founders To Watch in 2025" by Forbes Technology Council and Senior Executive! 👏👏👏👏 This prestigious list recognizes 33 leading #AI pioneers who are pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence and driving transformative change across industries. Join us in congratulating Josh on this incredible achievement! Want to see the full list? Head over here: https://lnkd.in/gKXUAhCJ #ZacuaVentures #AI #Innovation #Leadership #Forbes #TopFounders Mauricio Tessi Weiss Vivin Hegde Juan N. Margarita de la Peña Virgós Victoria Smith Pedro Garcia

Another incredible year at the #ConstructionStartupCompetition #PitchDay2024! 🎉 We’re amazed by the creativity, hard work, and innovation showcased by all the participants. 🤯 From Zacua Ventures we want to extend a big congratulation to the 3 winning startups: 🏆 * Sodex Innovations * Raise Robotics * Trunk Tools If you missed the excitement, check out this recap to learn more about these groundbreaking startups 🚀🚀 #StartupCompetition #Innovation #ConstructionTech #FutureofConstruction Juan N. Mauricio Tessi Weiss Vivin Hegde Victoria Smith Margarita de la Peña Virgós Pedro Garcia Cemex Ventures

Happy Birthday to our incredible Founding Partner, Juan N.! 🎉🎉🎉🎉 Juan is the epitome of a dedicated and talented professional. His unwavering commitment to excellence, coupled with his deep knowledge of the industry makes him an invaluable asset to Zacua Ventures. We're grateful for your hard work, your positive attitude, and your invaluable contributions to our team. Here's to many more years of success! ¡Felicidades Juan! 🎂 #ZacuaVentures #HappyBirthday #TeamZacua Mauricio Tessi Weiss Vivin Hegde Margarita de la Peña Virgós Victoria Smith Pedro Garcia

Construction tech space is booming 🏗️ 🚀 Want to learn more about the exciting opportunities in Southeast Asia's construction sector? 😉 Southeast Asia's construction industry is experiencing rapid growth, driven by increasing urbanization, infrastructure development, and rising consumer demand. With a collective GDP nearing $4 trillion and a construction market valued at $530 billion, the region presents a significant opportunity for innovative ConTech solutions. Head over to our blog to discover the latest trends, challenges, and ConTech innovations shaping the future of the industry in the region. Check out our newest blog post for an in-depth look at the ConTech scene in Southeast Asia ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dYAp3wsN #SoutheastAsia #Construction #ConTech #Innovation #Infrastructure #RealEstate Juan N. Mauricio Tessi Weiss Vivin Hegde Margarita de la Peña Virgós Victoria Smith Pedro Garcia

Zacua Ventures at the forefront of India's #Contech 🏗️ 🚀 Last #November, Zacua Ventures' Founding Partner, Vivin Hegde, made waves in India's construction tech scene by attending three of the industry's most significant events. #CTD2024 by CTAI Foundation: Vivin joined a panel discussing the future of construction tech in #India, sharing insights on the industry's challenges and how technology can overcome them. #Bengaluru ConTech Ecosystem Event: We were proud to co-host this event with C-TrIBE, where we witnessed the great potential of emerging startups and had insightful conversations about the industry's future. Digital Built India by The Confederation of Digital Construction Practitioners (India)where Vivin participated in a panel on the role of digital technology in construction, highlighting its potential to improve efficiency, productivity, and safety. On behalf of Zacua Ventures, we want to express our gratitude to Saurabh Tiwari , Dhruv Shaurya Singhal , Mustafa Neemuchwala, Atul Khanzode, Martin Fischer, Srinivas K Pai, Chaitanya Bharech, Sunil Joshi & Sonali Dhopte for your company during our time in India. Your kindness, knowledge, and passion for the industry have been invaluable. India has a powerful voice in the construction industry 🏗️ and we are happy to be part of it 💪 Juan N. Mauricio Tessi Weiss Margarita de la Peña Virgós Victoria Smith Pedro Garcia

Innovation in #construction in #Latam is being driven by large engineering and construction companies like Techint Ingeniería y Construcción Today, we visited #TechingInnovationDay where the company showcased the techs they are applying in fields like #AI, #robotics, planning and scheduling, #3D printing, etc. Thanks Alejandro Martín Aguirre for the invitation and the big efforts you’re doing in promoting innovation in our industry 💪🏗️ Mauricio Tessi Weiss Juan N. Vivin Hegde Margarita de la Peña Virgós Victoria Smith Pedro Garcia

Another year, another great event at Big 5 Global , the biggest #construction fair in the Middle East 🏗️🏢 It is great to see the expansion of the #technology area, which occupied this year an entire pavilion! Zacua Ventures had its own booth since we brought 4 of our #portfolio companies to do business in the region, understanding the specific dynamics and setting up demos with the most relevant companies. Document Crunch FLEXNODE Concrete4Change & Cemvision it was great sharing these days with you! 💪 Special thanks to our ME Partner, Dr. Anas Bataw who made this week super productive for everyone, and also hosted a sushi night at his rooftop! Roger Wahl thanks for the discussion! Can’t wait to see what this will bring to our portcos soon… 🚀🚀 Mauricio Tessi Weiss Juan N. Vivin Hegde Margarita de la Peña Virgós Victoria Smith Pedro Garcia