Startup Researcher Latin America

Yourney.io, a Chilean talent development platform, raises $1.6M in a funding round led by Invexor. The round also sees participation from industry leaders like Telefónica's former CHRO Bernardo Quinn, BCI’s Director Hernán Orellana, and Grupo Axo’s HR SVP Karina Awad. Founded in 2021 by Nicolas Morales, Martin Mac-Clure, and Daniel Prieto, Yourney offers personalized coaching for employee development and actionable insights for HR teams. The funds will support expansion into Chile, Mexico, and Europe. Stay ahead in the startup world! 🌟 Get a weekly digest of key happenings and insights delivered to your inbox every Monday morning. Don't miss out—subscribe now: https://lnkd.in/eK3zVK5e 🚀 Source: Startups Latam #TalentDevelopment #StartupFunding #ChileStartups #HRTech

STOA, a Brazilian insurtech founded by Eduardo Marcellini and Luiz Sampaio in 2021, has raised R$2M in its first investment round, surpassing the initial target by 25%. Supported by over 120 investors, the funds will fuel expansion, tech upgrades, and more integrations with partner insurers. The platform, Stoa Connect, boosts broker productivity by up to 4x with tools like integrated CRM, marketing support, and cross-selling features—all at a cost 10x lower than current solutions. Stay ahead in the startup world! 🌟 Get a weekly digest of key happenings and insights delivered to your inbox every Monday morning. Don't miss out—subscribe now: https://lnkd.in/ezx7qzqA 🚀 #Insurtech #Funding #Brazil #Insurance

Conta Comigo Digital (CCD) has raised R$3.25 million in a seed round led by Urca Angels to accelerate its expansion and innovation. Founded in 2022 by Vinicius Santos, CCD simplifies bill payments by directly connecting utilities and public entities to banks, processing 40 million bills monthly. The fintech has shifted from a B2C to a B2B model, already securing clients like TIM and Aegea. The funds will strengthen its team, tech, and commercial operations, with a 2025 revenue forecast of R$7–10 million. Stay ahead in the startup world! 🌟 Get a weekly digest of key happenings and insights delivered to your inbox every Monday morning. Don't miss out—subscribe now: https://lnkd.in/eK3zVK5e 🚀 #Fintech #SeedFunding #Innovation #Brazil"

Sami, the healthcare plan operator revolutionizing Brazil’s Primary Healthcare model, secures R$60M in funding through equity and debt. The round, led by Mundi Ventures and StoneX Brasil, will fuel Sami’s rapid expansion—boasting nearly 50% growth in 2024 and revenues close to R$110M. With innovative co-participation products, partnerships with major providers, and cutting-edge AI solutions developed with Google, Sami is setting new standards in healthcare. In 2025, the company aims to expand regional health plans and enhance member experience through technology. Founded by Guilherme Berardo, Sami continues to shape the future of healthtech in Latin America. Stay ahead in the startup world! 🌟 Get a weekly digest of key happenings and insights delivered to your inbox every Monday morning. Don't miss out—subscribe now: https://lnkd.in/eK3zVK5e 🚀 Source: Startupi #Healthtech #Funding #Innovation #BrazilStartups

Led by Rodolfo Coelho, MinusSugar has closed its first funding round of R$15.1M with BR Angels. Founded in 2022, this US-based Brazilian biotech is transforming the beverage industry by removing sugar from natural drinks like orange juice in a 100% natural, scalable way—without compromising flavor or freshness. Backed by partnerships with industry leaders like Citrosuco and Natural One S/A, MinusSugar plans to use the investment to scale its innovative technology through a pilot plant. The startup's B2B model aligns with global health trends, making healthier beverages more accessible worldwide. Stay ahead in the startup world! 🌟 Get a weekly digest of key happenings and insights delivered to your inbox every Monday morning. Don't miss out—subscribe now: https://lnkd.in/eK3zVK5e 🚀 #HealthInnovation #Biotech #FoodTech #StartupFunding

Chilean startup DataScope.io, founded by Nicolás Serrano Moreau de la Meuse, Antonio Grass, and Carlos Carvajal Zúñiga, hits a major milestone with 200,000 users across 17 countries. Known for its innovative platform that automates processes and reduces operational costs, DataScope has saved over 20M sheets of paper and boosted productivity for its clients by up to 28%. With its Mexico expansion well underway and partnerships with leading Health & Safety startups, DataScope is setting the stage for regional growth in 2024. Stay ahead in the startup world! 🌟 Get a weekly digest of key happenings and insights delivered to your inbox every Monday morning. Don't miss out—subscribe now: https://lnkd.in/eK3zVK5e 🚀 #TechInnovation #LatinAmericaStartups #ProcessAutomation #Productivity

Impacta VC, led by David Alvo V., continues its commitment to transformative startups by leading a $200,000 follow-on investment in Airbag Technologies, a Mexican insuretech tackling one of the world's biggest challenges—traffic accidents. Founded in 2020 by Adrian Trucios, Raúl Dávila Martínez Solares, José Beauregard Mendez, and Alonso Guzmán, Airbag has now raised over $1.5M to drive safety and innovation for drivers and companies alike. This bridge round saw oversubscription, attracting strategic investors like Grupo Flecha Amarilla and CARABELA, alongside a community of angels and allies from the transportation sector. With its AI-driven solutions, Airbag empowers businesses to enhance safety, reduce costs, and make a significant impact. Stay ahead in the startup world! 🌟 Get a weekly digest of key happenings and insights delivered to your inbox every Monday morning. Don't miss out—subscribe now: https://lnkd.in/eK3zVK5e 🚀 #ImpactInvestment #Insuretech #StartupGrowth #MexicoStartups

Mexican neobank Klar, founded by CEO Stefan Moller, has acquired Tribal, a B2B payments and financing platform, to expand its services for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Tribal’s CEO, Amr Shady, and his team will join Klar as part of the deal. This acquisition will enable Klar to offer payroll payments, personalized business solutions, and integrate data-driven insights to better serve SMEs in Mexico. Klar, which already serves over 3M clients, continues to strengthen its position in the fintech space, having raised $100M in a credit facility last year. Stay ahead in the startup world! 🌟 Get a weekly digest of key happenings and insights delivered to your inbox every Monday morning. Don't miss out—subscribe now: https://lnkd.in/eK3zVK5e 🚀 #Fintech #SMB #Acquisition #Mexico

Colektia, a Chilean debt recovery fintech, secures $9M in a funding round led by Mouro Capital, with participation from Endeavor México’s Forward Fund, Full Spectrum Capital, Anteris, and angel investors. Founded in 2018 by brothers Gabriel Monroy and Oswaldo Monroy, Colektia leverages AI to revolutionize debt collection, focusing on customer-centric, efficient, and ethical processes. The funding will accelerate Colektia's expansion across Latin America, tapping into the $3.5B market. Stay ahead in the startup world! 🌟 Get a weekly digest of key happenings and insights delivered to your inbox every Monday morning. Don't miss out—subscribe now: https://lnkd.in/eK3zVK5e 🚀 #Fintech #AI #DebtRecovery #Funding

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