Barn Investimentos

Barn Investimentos is a venture capital firm established in 2012 and headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil. The firm specializes in early-stage investments, focusing on seed and Series A rounds within the Brazilian and Latin American markets. Barn Investimentos emphasizes backing companies that leverage green technologies to enhance efficiency, minimize waste, reduce emissions, and support climate adaptation initiatives. Through its investment strategy, the firm aims to contribute positively to the region's economic growth while addressing environmental challenges.

Thiago Mendes

Partner

Flavio Zaclis

Founding Partner

Past deals in Brazil

Nextron Energia

Series A in 2024
Nextron was born to democratize access to renewable energy and encourage investments in distributed renewable energy assets. We're an “energy-as-a-service” clean-tech platform that simplifies access to renewable energy through a seamless digital experience that unlocks value throughout the entire renewable energy supply chain in Brazil.

Agrolend

Series B in 2022
Agrolend is a digital bank dedicated to providing credit services specifically for the agribusiness sector in Brazil. The company aims to support small and medium rural producers by offering a lending platform that facilitates the purchase of essential agricultural inputs, including seeds, crop protection, and crop nutrition. Utilizing advanced technology and innovative credit analysis methods, Agrolend provides loans without requiring physical guarantees like farms or grains. This approach enables farmers to access sustainable credit necessary for enhancing their production capabilities and encourages investment in equipment and technology, ultimately leading to increased productivity and profitability in the agricultural sector.

Nextron Energia

Seed Round in 2022
Nextron was born to democratize access to renewable energy and encourage investments in distributed renewable energy assets. We're an “energy-as-a-service” clean-tech platform that simplifies access to renewable energy through a seamless digital experience that unlocks value throughout the entire renewable energy supply chain in Brazil.

Agrolend

Series A in 2022
Agrolend is a digital bank dedicated to providing credit services specifically for the agribusiness sector in Brazil. The company aims to support small and medium rural producers by offering a lending platform that facilitates the purchase of essential agricultural inputs, including seeds, crop protection, and crop nutrition. Utilizing advanced technology and innovative credit analysis methods, Agrolend provides loans without requiring physical guarantees like farms or grains. This approach enables farmers to access sustainable credit necessary for enhancing their production capabilities and encourages investment in equipment and technology, ultimately leading to increased productivity and profitability in the agricultural sector.

Agrolend

Seed Round in 2021
Agrolend is a digital bank dedicated to providing credit services specifically for the agribusiness sector in Brazil. The company aims to support small and medium rural producers by offering a lending platform that facilitates the purchase of essential agricultural inputs, including seeds, crop protection, and crop nutrition. Utilizing advanced technology and innovative credit analysis methods, Agrolend provides loans without requiring physical guarantees like farms or grains. This approach enables farmers to access sustainable credit necessary for enhancing their production capabilities and encourages investment in equipment and technology, ultimately leading to increased productivity and profitability in the agricultural sector.

Agrolend

Seed Round in 2021
Agrolend is a digital bank dedicated to providing credit services specifically for the agribusiness sector in Brazil. The company aims to support small and medium rural producers by offering a lending platform that facilitates the purchase of essential agricultural inputs, including seeds, crop protection, and crop nutrition. Utilizing advanced technology and innovative credit analysis methods, Agrolend provides loans without requiring physical guarantees like farms or grains. This approach enables farmers to access sustainable credit necessary for enhancing their production capabilities and encourages investment in equipment and technology, ultimately leading to increased productivity and profitability in the agricultural sector.

Trocafone

Venture Round in 2020
Trocafone is a Brazilian company that operates an online marketplace focused on the buying and selling of used smartphones and electronic devices. As the first end-to-end e-commerce platform in Latin America, Trocafone simplifies the process for sellers by acquiring their devices, refurbishing them, and then reselling them as certified pre-owned products. This approach enhances the buying experience for customers, who benefit from competitive pricing and the reliability associated with a retail store environment. Sellers enjoy a streamlined process that allows them to complete transactions quickly, with the convenience of using pre-addressed and pre-stamped mailers for shipping. Overall, Trocafone aims to provide a hassle-free experience for both buyers and sellers in the used electronics market.

Trocafone

Series B in 2017
Trocafone is a Brazilian company that operates an online marketplace focused on the buying and selling of used smartphones and electronic devices. As the first end-to-end e-commerce platform in Latin America, Trocafone simplifies the process for sellers by acquiring their devices, refurbishing them, and then reselling them as certified pre-owned products. This approach enhances the buying experience for customers, who benefit from competitive pricing and the reliability associated with a retail store environment. Sellers enjoy a streamlined process that allows them to complete transactions quickly, with the convenience of using pre-addressed and pre-stamped mailers for shipping. Overall, Trocafone aims to provide a hassle-free experience for both buyers and sellers in the used electronics market.

Trocafone

Series A in 2016
Trocafone is a Brazilian company that operates an online marketplace focused on the buying and selling of used smartphones and electronic devices. As the first end-to-end e-commerce platform in Latin America, Trocafone simplifies the process for sellers by acquiring their devices, refurbishing them, and then reselling them as certified pre-owned products. This approach enhances the buying experience for customers, who benefit from competitive pricing and the reliability associated with a retail store environment. Sellers enjoy a streamlined process that allows them to complete transactions quickly, with the convenience of using pre-addressed and pre-stamped mailers for shipping. Overall, Trocafone aims to provide a hassle-free experience for both buyers and sellers in the used electronics market.

Worldpackers

Seed Round in 2016
Worldpackers is an online travel marketplace based in São Paulo, Brazil, that connects travelers with hosts worldwide, allowing for skill exchanges in return for accommodation. Founded in 2013 by Riq Lima and Eric Faria, the platform fosters collaboration and cultural exchange, making travel more accessible for those seeking enriching experiences. Travelers can offer their skills, such as teaching languages or helping with various tasks, to hosts who provide lodging and sometimes meals in return. This community-driven approach not only enhances the travel experience but also encourages meaningful interactions between visitors and locals, promoting a deeper understanding of different cultures.

Nutrebem

Venture Round in 2015
Nutrebem is a payment and nutrition tracking platform for the school's snack bar and cafeteria. They allow parents to be in control of what their children are eating at school, providing an important tool to fight childhood obesity. We first evaluate the nutritional value of each product on the menu than we track what kids are eating and, with relevant and precise data, we influence schools to increase nutritious products offer. With our online platform, parents can see the menu assessment, have real-time monitoring of the entire consumption of the children in the school environment, are able to restrain certain products and track daily expenses. We believe our platform provides the best consumption experience in Brazilian education market. We already are the biggest food consumption database in Brazil and still growing 3 digits year on year.
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