Seaya Cathay Latam Fund
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Key people at Seaya Cathay Latam Fund.
Key people at Seaya Cathay Latam Fund.
Key people at Seaya Cathay Latam Fund.
The Seaya Cathay Latam Fund is a $125 million multi-sector venture capital fund focused on investing in transformative technology startups across Latin America, primarily at Series A and B stages. It targets sectors such as fintech, proptech, mobility, healthtech, food, agriculture, and cybersecurity, aiming to support startups that are redefining industries and society with a strong emphasis on sustainability and responsible growth. The fund leverages a unique partnership between Seaya Ventures, a Spain-based firm with deep regional expertise, and Cathay Innovation, a France-based global investor with a broad corporate ecosystem, to provide startups not only capital but also strategic support, global networks, and access to corporate partners to accelerate scaling and market leadership[1][2][3].
Founded in 2021 as a joint initiative between Seaya Ventures and Cathay Innovation, the fund is managed from Mexico City to be close to the Latin American ecosystem. The partnership was formalized in April 2021, combining Seaya’s local knowledge and Cathay’s global platform to address the growing equity gap and talent pool in Latin America. Federico Gómez Romero, with prior experience leading LatAm fintech investments, leads the fund locally. The fund plans to invest in 12 to 15 companies with check sizes ranging from $5 million to $10 million, including reserves for follow-on rounds. Early investments include Chilean fintech Xepelin’s $230 million round, reflecting the fund’s commitment to high-growth startups in the region[1][2][4].
The fund rides the wave of Latin America’s burgeoning tech ecosystem, fueled by a rising middle class, increasing digital adoption, and a growing talent pool. The timing is critical as the region approaches a tipping point with more startups ready to scale globally but facing a significant equity gap. By combining local market knowledge with global resources, the fund helps startups adapt innovations to local needs while building inclusive, digital-first industries. This approach mirrors successful models seen in China and Southeast Asia, positioning Latin America as a new frontier for tech-driven transformation and sustainable growth[3][4].
Looking ahead, the Seaya Cathay Latam Fund is poised to deepen its influence by continuing to back high-potential startups that can scale regionally and globally while maintaining a strong sustainability focus. Trends such as digital financial services, healthtech innovation, and sustainable agriculture will likely shape its portfolio. The fund’s dual emphasis on capital and strategic support through a global-local partnership model may set a new standard for venture investing in emerging markets, potentially expanding its footprint and impact across Latin America’s evolving tech ecosystem[1][3][5].
