Meet The Billionaire Guatemalan Family Taking On Chick-Fil-A
Over 103 years, three generations have built CMI into one of Latin America’s largest food conglomerates. Now their Pollo Campero restaurant chain is set to expand across the U.S.
Latam Republic
Finnovista Fintech Radar Chile 2023: this is the panorama in the country
The Fintech ecosystem in Chile is in a constant process of evolution and growth. According to the recent Finnovista Fintech Radar Chile 2023 report, developed in collaboration with Visa, the number of Fintech startups in the country has reached an impressive milestone. Since the last update in 2021, these companies
Nearshoring in Mexico: energy opportunities and challenges for 2024
The nearshoring phenomenon is at the center of attention in Mexico, and is projected as a potential source of economic growth, investment and employment. The second edition of the Business Forum: Overcoming the Challenges of Nearshoring, organized by the Franco-Mexican Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI France México), brought together
Emprende Tu Mente 2023: Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Investment for Latin America
Impacta Fundraising Strategy Program 2023 (#IFSP23) organized by Impacta VC, an investment fund with a clear focus on social and environmental impact, has led to an exciting development. In this program, which attracted the participation of 122 startups from 10 Latin American countries, three Chilean startups stood out and have
Startup Legislation in Latin America: Navigating the Continent's Legal Framework
Latin America is emerging as a hub for startups, with 31 unicorns and venture capital investment exceeding $28 billion by 2022. However, this growth is no coincidence, as startup-specific laws have played a role. The legal landscape that regulates startups in several Latin American countries, and we will highlight the
Bombo: the startup that combats fraud in the sale of electronic tickets
Bombo is an application developed by a pioneering startup when it comes to electronic tickets. Launched in Argentina, it was designed to reduce fraud, since it uses solid blockchain technology to offer its services in the field of concerts. Specifically, the application offers electronic ticket sales for concerts and events.
Central American Fintech Leaders: Costa Rica and Guatemala
The Latin American region has been an epicenter of the rise of financial technology companies, commonly known as "fintech", emerging as key players in the transformation of the sector. This phenomenon has left a considerable impact in a region with a significant proportion of the unbanked population, which
BioGrip: The Startup Applying AI in the Bionic Industry
Technology and innovation are constantly redefining how we approach the challenges of daily life, and one of the most exciting areas of advancement is in the bionics industry. Among the companies that are leading this change, there is a Mexican company that has stood out on the global scene: BioGrip.
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How Tunja is Boosting Colombia's Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
In the heart of Colombia, a city stands out as the epicenter of entrepreneurship and innovation. Tunja, known for its rich history and heritage, is now penning a new chapter in its story: becoming the entrepreneurship capital of the Boyacá region.
Renovus Clean Energy: The Uruguayan Startup Awarded by UNICEF
The Uruguayan startup Renovus Clean Energy Tech has been selected from more than 400 applicants from 72 countries by UNICEF, making it one of the seven outstanding companies worldwide and the only one in Latin America. In a world increasingly focused on sustainability and the fight against climate change, startups
Innovation in Mexico and Central America in 2023: Here's the Landscape
During June and July 2023, KPMG Mexico carried out an exhaustive survey that involved more than 120 managers from various industries in Mexico, Central America (Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama) and the Dominican Republic. Among the sectors represented were financial services, general services, industrial manufacturing, technological solutions,
Events & Conferences
Volcano Innovation Summit 2023: Innovation and Empowering Transformation
In the constant search to promote innovation and entrepreneurship in the Latin American region, the Volcano Innovation Summit is one of the most anticipated and promising events. From September 30 to October 2, Antigua Guatemala witnessed this exciting meeting that brought together more than 2,000 attendees and 150 speakers