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ChileGlobal Ventures operates as the venture capital arm of Fundación Chile, identifying and scaling high-potential startups. It connects early-stage companies with committed investors and provides acceleration, focusing on innovative, disruptive solutions. The firm supports ventures, particularly within impact industries, to generate sustainable value through technological advancement and robust business models.
As an evolution of Fundación Chile's dedication to national innovation, ChileGlobal Ventures began dedicated operations in 2008. Building on prior initiatives, it established a focused platform for investment and strategic enterprise support. Felipe Matta Navarro is noted for its formation, leveraging Fundación Chile’s extensive experience in pioneering new sectors.
The firm serves entrepreneurs and startups developing solutions with substantial growth and societal impact. Its mission is to foster sustainable growth for these innovative companies, expanding their influence from Chile globally. It cultivates an ecosystem where scalable ventures flourish, contributing to economic progress and addressing challenges through targeted investment and hands-on engagement.
Key people at ChileGlobal Ventures.
ChileGlobal Ventures is a Santiago-based venture capital firm founded in 2008 as the venture capital arm of Fundación Chile. Its mission is to support innovative and disruptive startups that generate positive social and environmental impact while driving economic growth in Chile and Latin America. The firm focuses on investing primarily in early-stage companies (Seed to Series B) across diverse sectors including B2B, technology, healthcare, energy, agriculture, mining, logistics, mobility, food and beverage, retail, education, financial services, media, entertainment, tourism, and real estate. By providing capital, mentorship, and strategic connections, ChileGlobal Ventures plays a pivotal role in strengthening the entrepreneurial ecosystem and fostering the internationalization of startups in the region[1][2][3][6].
ChileGlobal Ventures was established in 2008 as part of Fundación Chile’s broader mission to promote innovation and economic diversification in the country. The firm was created to support world-class entrepreneurs developing high-impact solutions in sectors critical to Chile and Latin America. Over time, it has evolved to operate multiple platforms including accelerator programs, an active angel investor network (ChileGlobal Angels), and various venture funds, enabling it to support startups at different growth stages. Its founding partners are closely linked to Fundación Chile, leveraging its extensive network and resources to foster innovation and sustainable development[1][2][6].
ChileGlobal Ventures rides the global trend of impact investing and innovation-driven economic development. The timing is crucial as Latin America increasingly embraces technology and entrepreneurship to address social and environmental challenges. Market forces such as digital transformation, sustainability demands, and regional economic integration favor ChileGlobal Ventures’ model. By connecting startups with investors and corporations, it catalyzes innovation adoption and ecosystem maturation in Chile and the broader Latin American region, contributing to competitiveness and diversification of the economy[1][3][6].
Looking ahead, ChileGlobal Ventures is poised to deepen its influence by expanding its portfolio in emerging sectors like clean energy, agtech, and fintech, aligned with global sustainability trends. Its role as a connector between startups, investors, and corporations will likely grow, fostering more open innovation and cross-border collaboration. The firm’s continued emphasis on impact investing positions it well to shape the future of Latin America’s startup ecosystem, driving both economic growth and social progress. This trajectory ties back to its founding mission of transforming Chile and the region into a hub of entrepreneurship and innovation[3][6][7].
Key people at ChileGlobal Ventures.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 9, 2023 | Wheel the World | $6.0M Other Equity | Kayak Ventures | Gillian Tans, Amarena, CLIN Private Investment Fund, Dadneo, Detroit Venture Partners, REI Co-op Path Ahead Ventures, WeBoost |
| Oct 1, 2021 | AgroUrbana | $4.0M Series A | Kayyak Ventures | Chile Global Ventures |
| Aug 9, 2021 | Wheel the World | $2.0M Seed | Chile Global Ventures, Dadneo | Susan Wojcicki In remembrance, Plug and Play Ventures |
| Jul 2, 2020 | AgroUrbana | $1.0M Seed | CLIN Private Investment Fund | Engie Factory, Entel, Zoma Capital |
| Apr 1, 2020 | SimpliRoute | $3.0M Series A | TheVentureCity | CLIN Private Investment Fund |