Mauricio Gimenes

Mauricio Gimenes is an Investor at Ventiur Aceleradora based in São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil. Prior to transitioning into his current investment role, he founded and led multiple technology startups, developing direct operational expertise within the rapidly growing Brazilian innovation ecosystem. Since publicly joining Ventiur Aceleradora in 2023, he has focused on providing critical early-stage funding and strategic mentorship to emerging technology ventures. Gimenes is actively involved in regional entrepreneurship initiatives, frequently collaborating with recognized organizations such as Startup Weekend Brazil and the Brazilian Startup Association, known as ABStartups, to support local founders. He maintains a professional network of approximately 5,000 followers on LinkedIn and regularly participates in regional startup events scheduled through 2025. His current focus remains centered on accelerating early-stage technology companies and systematically strengthening the broader entrepreneurial infrastructure across the South American market.