Maria do Carmo (Carminha) David

Maria do Carmo (Carminha) David is a Partner at Criabiz Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm based in São Paulo, Brazil. With over 20 years of experience in technology and corporate innovation, she leads investment strategies and portfolio management for the firm. At Criabiz Ventures, she oversees a portfolio of more than 15 technology startups, directing capital toward high-growth sectors including agtech, healthtech, and enterprise software. Throughout her career, she has actively collaborated with prominent ecosystem players such as FAPESP, Endeavor Brazil, and Insper to accelerate regional technological development and mentor emerging founders. Previously, she held the title of Director of Innovation, managing digital transformation and corporate venture initiatives across the Latin American market. Her current professional focus centers on sourcing seed-stage investments and facilitating strategic partnerships between innovative startups and established corporate entities.