Rakuten, founded in Japan in 1997, is a global leader in internet services. It operates across three segments: Internet Services (e-commerce platforms, travel booking sites, digital content), Finance Services (banking, securities, credit cards, insurance), and Communications Services (mobile data communication, telecommunications). Rakuten's mission is to empower people and society through the internet, with a presence in over 30 countries and a diverse ecosystem of 80 digital services.
Group Managing Executive Officer and Chief Well-Being Officer
Mickey Mikitani
Founder, Chairman and CEO
Michael Piechalak
Partner, Rakuten FinTech Fund / Rakuten Mobility Investments
Adit Swarup
Principal
Hiroshi Takasawa
President, Investments
Yoshihisa Yamada
Senior Executive Officer and Director
Past deals in Bolivia
Glovo
Series C in 2018
Glovo is a Barcelona-based start-up that revolutionizes access to local goods through its on-demand delivery application. The platform connects customers with independent couriers who deliver a wide range of products, including food, groceries, and personal items, within 60 minutes. Glovo operates in several countries, including Spain, Italy, Portugal, France, Argentina, Chile, Bolivia, and Peru. Users can browse their favorite restaurants and shops, place orders, and track deliveries in real-time using the app's geolocation feature. This service effectively acts as a personal courier, allowing customers to receive goods and complete errands quickly and efficiently.
Glovo
Series B in 2017
Glovo is a Barcelona-based start-up that revolutionizes access to local goods through its on-demand delivery application. The platform connects customers with independent couriers who deliver a wide range of products, including food, groceries, and personal items, within 60 minutes. Glovo operates in several countries, including Spain, Italy, Portugal, France, Argentina, Chile, Bolivia, and Peru. Users can browse their favorite restaurants and shops, place orders, and track deliveries in real-time using the app's geolocation feature. This service effectively acts as a personal courier, allowing customers to receive goods and complete errands quickly and efficiently.
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