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Gui Ferreira is a software developer, technology content creator, and Microsoft MVP for Developer Technologies. Over a career spanning 15 years, he has held various technical leadership and engineering positions, including roles as a chief technology officer, software architect, and developer advocate across both early-stage startups and large technology enterprises. He established his academic foundation by earning a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná before completing a Master of Business Administration with a focus on technology and entrepreneurship at the UCLA Anderson School of Management. In addition to his corporate engineering work, Ferreira operates as a tech speaker and YouTuber, producing educational content on .NET frameworks and minimalist software design principles. His current focus centers on bridging technical execution with business strategy through software craftsmanship, developer advocacy, and continuous ecosystem education.
Gui Ferreira stands as a Managing Partner at Telescope Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm dedicated to pioneering investments in the future of work, commerce, and consumer sectors. In his pivotal role, Gui is instrumental in shaping Telescope Ventures' investment strategy, identifying high-potential early-stage companies, and actively supporting their growth and market expansion.
His investment focus at Telescope Ventures is sharply defined by three transformative areas. In the future of work, Gui seeks out companies revolutionizing how people collaborate, learn, and operate, including advancements in remote work tools, HR technology, and talent platforms. Within commerce, his interest lies in innovations that redefine buying and selling, encompassing e-commerce infrastructure, direct-to-consumer models, and fintech solutions for retail. For the consumer sector, Gui looks for disruptive platforms and experiences that capture evolving user behaviors and preferences, from social applications to new digital services.
Before co-founding Telescope Ventures, Gui Ferreira built a distinguished career across various high-impact organizations. He served as a Partner at Valor Capital Group, where he played a crucial role in identifying and supporting the growth of numerous companies, particularly in Latin America and globally. His tenure at Valor Capital Group saw him involved with notable investments such as Loft, Gympass, StoneCo, and Creditas, contributing significantly to their success and market leadership. Prior to his venture capital career, Gui gained valuable experience at Google, where he focused on strategic partnerships and business development, honing his understanding of technology ecosystems and market dynamics. He began his professional journey at McKinsey & Company, working as a management consultant and advising clients on strategy across technology and financial services sectors. Gui's strong educational foundation includes an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business.
Gui Ferreira's comprehensive background in strategic consulting, technology leadership, and venture capital uniquely positions him to identify and nurture the next generation of market-leading companies. His deep expertise in market analysis, operational scaling, and strategic vision makes him a trusted partner for founders aiming to build impactful businesses in the rapidly evolving future of work, commerce, and consumer landscapes. Telescope Ventures, under his leadership, is actively building a diverse portfolio of companies poised for significant disruption and growth in these key areas.
Gui Ferreira is a Managing Partner at Telescope Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm. He is known for his expertise in investing in the future of work, commerce, and consumer sectors.
Gui Ferreira invests in early-stage companies across three primary sectors: the future of work, commerce, and consumer. This includes innovations in remote work, e-commerce infrastructure, D2C models, and new consumer platforms.
Gui Ferreira works as a Managing Partner at Telescope Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm. He previously held roles at Valor Capital Group, Google, and McKinsey & Company.
