Carao Ventures
Carao Ventures, established in 2012 in San José, Costa Rica, is a pioneering venture capital firm led by Allan Boruchowicz. It specializes in investing in early-stage startups across various industries, including software, biotech, healthtech, fintech, AI, and construction tech, primarily in small and medium-sized countries in Latin America. Carao's unique approach combines elements of early-stage VC, venture-building, and startup accelerators, providing value to both promising startups and investors interested in frontier markets. The firm manages Carao Ventures Fund I, a $35 million VC vehicle focused on Latin America, with a primary focus on Central America, the North Andean region, and the Dominican Republic. The fund invests in technology-based sectors, with a preference for information technology and AI & machine learning, typically ranging from $0.5 million to $7.5 million per investment.
Past deals in Costa Rica
HuliHealth
Convertible Note in 2019
HuliHealth is an online medical appointments service in Costa Rica. It enables users to find doctors based on the location, treatment type, ailment, and more. HuliHealth also facilitates finding, selecting, and booking medical procedures and health services abroad. It was founded in March 2011 by Alejandro Vega.
GoPato
Seed Round in 2017
GoPato Inc. is a Costa Rican company that operates an on-demand platform designed to connect users with assistants and messengers for various errand and delivery needs. Founded in 2015 and based in Cartago, GoPato offers personalized delivery services for everyday tasks, including food and grocery orders, retail shopping, and other errands that require physical logistics. The platform leverages drone technology to facilitate hyperlocal food delivery, aiming for delivery times under 30 minutes. GoPato has received authorization to begin commercial operations in urban areas, particularly in San José, through a partnership with McDonald's. The company has gained recognition for its innovative approach and was awarded by Forbes Central America as one of the region's promising businesses.
Slidebean
Seed Round in 2016
Slidebean, Inc., founded in 2014, operates a web-based platform designed to simplify the process of creating presentations, particularly for startups seeking funding. Based in New York with an additional office in San Jose, Costa Rica, Slidebean offers tools that include pre-filled decks, templates, and fonts, along with AI-driven pitch deck building services. The company's platform has evolved to provide financial modeling, pitch deck design services, and extensive educational resources to help entrepreneurs navigate the fundraising process effectively.
BildTEK
Venture Round in 2016
BildTEK S.A., founded in 2013 and based in San José, Costa Rica, specializes in the design, manufacture, and construction of cold-formed steel structures for both commercial and residential projects. The company focuses on enhancing productivity and quality in construction by integrating technology and intelligent design principles. BildTEK employs computer-aided production methods and building information modeling (BIM) to streamline the construction process, reduce environmental impact, and ensure precise structural integrity. Their offerings include galvanized steel profiles that are utilized in the construction of roofs, walls, floors, and stairways, thereby promoting efficient and industrialized construction systems.
Slidebean
Seed Round in 2016
Slidebean, Inc., founded in 2014, operates a web-based platform designed to simplify the process of creating presentations, particularly for startups seeking funding. Based in New York with an additional office in San Jose, Costa Rica, Slidebean offers tools that include pre-filled decks, templates, and fonts, along with AI-driven pitch deck building services. The company's platform has evolved to provide financial modeling, pitch deck design services, and extensive educational resources to help entrepreneurs navigate the fundraising process effectively.
GoPato
Seed Round in 2016
GoPato Inc. is a Costa Rican company that operates an on-demand platform designed to connect users with assistants and messengers for various errand and delivery needs. Founded in 2015 and based in Cartago, GoPato offers personalized delivery services for everyday tasks, including food and grocery orders, retail shopping, and other errands that require physical logistics. The platform leverages drone technology to facilitate hyperlocal food delivery, aiming for delivery times under 30 minutes. GoPato has received authorization to begin commercial operations in urban areas, particularly in San José, through a partnership with McDonald's. The company has gained recognition for its innovative approach and was awarded by Forbes Central America as one of the region's promising businesses.
BildTEK
Series A in 2015
BildTEK S.A., founded in 2013 and based in San José, Costa Rica, specializes in the design, manufacture, and construction of cold-formed steel structures for both commercial and residential projects. The company focuses on enhancing productivity and quality in construction by integrating technology and intelligent design principles. BildTEK employs computer-aided production methods and building information modeling (BIM) to streamline the construction process, reduce environmental impact, and ensure precise structural integrity. Their offerings include galvanized steel profiles that are utilized in the construction of roofs, walls, floors, and stairways, thereby promoting efficient and industrialized construction systems.
Slidebean
Convertible Note in 2015
Slidebean, Inc., founded in 2014, operates a web-based platform designed to simplify the process of creating presentations, particularly for startups seeking funding. Based in New York with an additional office in San Jose, Costa Rica, Slidebean offers tools that include pre-filled decks, templates, and fonts, along with AI-driven pitch deck building services. The company's platform has evolved to provide financial modeling, pitch deck design services, and extensive educational resources to help entrepreneurs navigate the fundraising process effectively.
BildTEK
Convertible Note in 2014
BildTEK S.A., founded in 2013 and based in San José, Costa Rica, specializes in the design, manufacture, and construction of cold-formed steel structures for both commercial and residential projects. The company focuses on enhancing productivity and quality in construction by integrating technology and intelligent design principles. BildTEK employs computer-aided production methods and building information modeling (BIM) to streamline the construction process, reduce environmental impact, and ensure precise structural integrity. Their offerings include galvanized steel profiles that are utilized in the construction of roofs, walls, floors, and stairways, thereby promoting efficient and industrialized construction systems.
BildTEK
Seed Round in 2013
BildTEK S.A., founded in 2013 and based in San José, Costa Rica, specializes in the design, manufacture, and construction of cold-formed steel structures for both commercial and residential projects. The company focuses on enhancing productivity and quality in construction by integrating technology and intelligent design principles. BildTEK employs computer-aided production methods and building information modeling (BIM) to streamline the construction process, reduce environmental impact, and ensure precise structural integrity. Their offerings include galvanized steel profiles that are utilized in the construction of roofs, walls, floors, and stairways, thereby promoting efficient and industrialized construction systems.
Slidebean
Seed Round in 2013
Slidebean, Inc., founded in 2014, operates a web-based platform designed to simplify the process of creating presentations, particularly for startups seeking funding. Based in New York with an additional office in San Jose, Costa Rica, Slidebean offers tools that include pre-filled decks, templates, and fonts, along with AI-driven pitch deck building services. The company's platform has evolved to provide financial modeling, pitch deck design services, and extensive educational resources to help entrepreneurs navigate the fundraising process effectively.
BildTEK
BildTEK S.A., founded in 2013 and based in San José, Costa Rica, specializes in the design, manufacture, and construction of cold-formed steel structures for both commercial and residential projects. The company focuses on enhancing productivity and quality in construction by integrating technology and intelligent design principles. BildTEK employs computer-aided production methods and building information modeling (BIM) to streamline the construction process, reduce environmental impact, and ensure precise structural integrity. Their offerings include galvanized steel profiles that are utilized in the construction of roofs, walls, floors, and stairways, thereby promoting efficient and industrialized construction systems.
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