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Backing LatAm’s Middle Class
Innovation to create pathways to the middle class in Latin America
About the Program
Latin America’s economy is developing rapidly, while the region continues to struggle with issues around inequality and economic mobility that have plagued the region for decades.
Backing LatAm’s Middle Class is an accelerator for startups in Latin America working to improve economic mobility and create pathways to the middle class.
The program will support eight to ten startups focused on improving access to education and job opportunities; expanding access to financial services, or otherwise helping people build wealth.
Startups Recruitment
• Improving access to education and skill-building opportunities.
• Expanding access to financial services, like insurance, employee benefits, or personal finance tools.
• Increasing access to financial health alternatives for unexpected expenses, savings, and economic mobility.
• Must be legally incorporated as a for-profit entity; under $1 million in annual revenue; and less than 5 years old.
Meet the Cohort
Advisory Board
Carlos Díaz de la Garza
CEO, Moody's Mexico
Daniela Espinoza
Co-Founder and CRO, Kushki
Diego Perez
President, ABFintechs
Elena Cruz
Chief Operating Officer, Finnovista
Gabriel Monroy
Co-Founder and CEO, Colektia
Gabriela Cibils
Partner, Cibersons
Marina Rosemberg
Country Manager, Moody's Investor Services Argentina
Meagan Prins
VC, Quona Capital
Startups Benefits
Mentorship
Network with mentors ranging from investors to potential strategic partners and customers.
Training
Join interactive sessions tailored to help your company identify early milestones and prepare for your next round of capital.
Advice
Work with an investment analyst who will coach you 1:1 on building a financial model, identifying unit economics, and using financial metrics.
Exposure
Get featured on Village Capital’s program website and other collateral.
Discounts
Program participants will be offered in-kind support from our benefits partners, including web hosting credits, pro-bono legal support, and more.
Program Timeline
Applications Open
April 25th
Applications Close
June 10th
Cohort Confirmed
July
Program
July - October