Elevate Brazil Ventures connects Brazilian startups with global capital
Elevate Brazil Ventures is designed to connect promising Brazilian startups with strategic investors from Latin America, the United States, and Europe.
In 2024, Brazil attracted nearly 50% of all startup investment in Latin America, receiving around USD $2.1 billion out of the region’s total USD $4.2 billion, according to Crunchbase. This leadership highlights the country's growing economy, top-tier talent, and a maturing entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Elevate Brazil Ventures: connecting startups with global capital
With the goal of boosting collaboration and co-investment between Brazil, Latin America, and international markets, Enlaza, an organization focused on gender-lens investing, and Hub Conecta, known for its work with Brazilian scaleups, launched Elevate Brazil Ventures.
This new program is designed to connect promising Brazilian startups with strategic investors from Latin America, the United States, and Europe. It targets companies with high-growth potential and at least one female co-founder, reinforcing the importance of diverse leadership in innovation.
A four-month acceleration for growth-stage startups
Elevate Brazil Ventures will select 15 startups that are looking to raise between USD $500,000 and $3 million. The program runs from June to September 2025, culminating in a Demo Day at Rio Innovation Week, a major tech event that gathers over 180,000 attendees annually.
Eligible startups must already have a product or service in the market, show strong growth potential, and have at least one co-founder who speaks English. In addition to access to capital, selected startups will receive both virtual and in-person training sessions, exclusive workshops, and opportunities to meet with global investors.
Beyond capital: leadership and strategy development
According to Iris Parra, co-founder and director at Enlaza, the initiative is about more than just investment:
“We believe in the power of connecting Latin American talent with global capital. Elevate Brazil Ventures empowers startups not only through technical preparation for fundraising but also by strengthening strategic and personal leadership.”
The program’s curriculum includes sessions on financial planning, go-to-market strategies, pitch deck creation, and sustainable leadership development. Participants will explore topics such as emotional intelligence, strategic networking, and sleep wellness. These modules will be delivered by international experts from countries including the UK, UAE, US, Spain, Brazil, Peru, Colombia, and the Netherlands.
Building resilient and scalable startups
Elevate Brazil Ventures addresses a critical challenge: about 90% of startups fail, and 70% of those that raise capital eventually shut down due to internal misalignment or lack of strategic planning.
The program aims to reverse this trend by equipping entrepreneurs with the tools to build resilient businesses with a clear path to scale and exit. By merging technical skills with personal development, it becomes a key driver for transforming early-stage ventures into globally competitive companies.
Applications and participation
Investor applications are open until June 6, 2025, and are free of charge. Interested parties can apply via Enlaza’s website.
By fostering cross-border collaboration and strengthening regional credibility, Elevate Brazil Ventures sets the stage for replicable acceleration models across Latin America—positioning the region as a serious contender in the global innovation landscape.