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I'm not a financial advisor; Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, AppleTV or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or create an investment account after clicking a link here, we may earn a fee. Engage to support our work.Has your business been impacted by the recent fires? Apply now for a chance to receive one of 10 free tickets to SuperCrowdLA on May 2nd and 3rd and gain the tools to rebuild and grow!Devin: What is your superpower?Brigit: I would say authenticity.The power of social entrepreneurship to drive meaningful change in the world is undeniable. At the Miller Center for Social Entrepreneurship, the mission is clear: leverage market forces to end poverty. Executive Director Brigit Helms leads the charge, helping entrepreneurs apply business principles to solve social and environmental challenges."The purpose of a business is purpose," Brigit explained. "The primary reason for having your business is to solve a social or environmental problem that you see around you in your community."Miller Center's impact speaks for itself. Since its founding, it has accelerated over 1,500 social enterprises across 100 countries. With a strong emphasis on women's economic power and climate resilience, the center has catalyzed transformative change in communities worldwide. Brigit highlighted the success of Someone Somewhere, a company based in Mexico that sources artisan work from some of the country's poorest regions. By securing a major contract with Delta Airlines, the company provided thousands of artisans with the opportunity to triple their income.The center's success is measured in tangible results. In 2020, Miller Center set a goal to double the number of lives improved through its entrepreneur network from 75 million to 150 million by 2025. They surpassed that goal ahead of schedule, reaching over 180 million lives impacted. Additionally, entrepreneurs in their programs have seen remarkable growth in fundraising, with capital raised per entrepreneur rising from an average of $500,000 to $2.1 million.Beyond these achievements, Brigit envisions a future where social entrepreneurship is no longer a niche concept but an integral part of all business endeavors. "One of my personal dreams is that all entrepreneurship can be considered social entrepreneurship," she said. "That we don't even have to use that qualifier."As Miller Center looks toward 2030, it aims to foster a stronger global community among its network of entrepreneurs. The shift from transactional support to an interconnected platform of changemakers aligns with the growing demand for community-driven solutions.For those looking to engage, opportunities abound. Miller Center's mentor program allows seasoned professionals to guide emerging social entrepreneurs, while its venture philanthropy fund provides catalytic capital to scalable ventures. As Brigit pointed out, investing in social entrepreneurship creates lasting impact, making it an appealing option for those seeking meaningful ways to contribute to a better world.Miller Center's work proves that entrepreneurship is more than just a pathway to financial success—it is a powerful tool for tackling society's most pressing issues.tl;dr:Miller Center for Social Entrepreneurship accelerates social enterprises to end poverty by leveraging business principles.The center has impacted over 180 million lives and helped entrepreneurs raise significant capital.Women's economic power and climate resilience are key focus areas for the center's programs.Brigit's superpower is authenticity, which she uses to foster trust and drive meaningful leadership.Miller Center is shifting toward building a global community of entrepreneurs to drive systemic change.How to Develop Authenticity As a SuperpowerBrigit Helms believes her superpower is authenticity. "What you see is pretty much what you get with me," she explained. She has built a career by fostering environments where people feel comfortable bringing their whole selves to the table. Brigit embraces cognitive diversity and encourages open discussions where differing opinions are valued. "Even if you're the only one in the room with a different opinion, you should feel comfortable voicing it," she said. This dedication to authenticity has helped her build strong teams and drive impactful change.An Example of Authentic LeadershipWhen Brigit arrived at Miller Center in 2020, the pandemic made traditional strategic planning impossible. Instead of gathering people in a room for brainstorming, she adapted. Breaking the process into smaller, virtual conversations, she ensured that over 100 voices worldwide contributed to Miller Center's strategic direction. "We ended up with a better product because we included perspectives that might have been overlooked in a typical process," she reflected. Her ability to pivot while staying true to her leadership style reinforced her commitment to authenticity.Tips for Developing AuthenticityBuild Trust Through Vulnerability: Be open about mistakes and ask for help when needed.Encourage Diverse Perspectives: Welcome differing opinions and create space for honest discussions.Foster Psychological Safety: Ensure that team members feel comfortable sharing their thoughts without fear.Practice Self-Reflection: Regularly evaluate whether your actions align with your core values.Embrace Change While Staying True to Yourself: Adapt to new challenges without compromising integrity.By following Brigit's example and advice, you can make authenticity a skill. With practice and effort, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileBrigit Helms (she/her):Executive Director, Miller Center for Social EntrepreneurshipAbout Miller Center for Social Entrepreneurship: For over 25 years, Miller Center for Social Entrepreneurship has been a leader in the global social enterprise movement. With an emphasis on climate resilience and women's economic power, it accelerates entrepreneurship to end poverty and protect the planet, guided by the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Located at Santa Clara University, the center fuses the entrepreneurial spirit of Silicon Valley with the university's heritage of social justice, community engagement, and global impact. Miller Center has served 1,500 social enterprises based in over 100 countries that are impacting hundreds of millions of lives.Website: millersocent.orgCompany Facebook Page: facebook.com/millersocentOther URL: mysantaclara.scu.edu/givenow?designation=Miller%20Center%20for%20Social%20Entrepreneurship (fundraising page)Biographical Information:Brigit Helms is the Executive Director of Miller Center for Social Entrepreneurship at Santa Clara University, where she holds the Howard & Alida Charney Professorship for Science, Technology, and Society. For over 30 years, Helms has created and delivered solutions to social and environmental challenges in 55 countries across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. She has held leadership roles at DAI, the Multilateral Investment Fund (now IDB Lab), McKinsey & Company, and the World Bank Group, where she was a founding executive at CGAP, a center of excellence for financial inclusion. Helms is the author of Access for All: Building Inclusive Economic Systems and serves on the boards of the AlphaMundi Foundation and BRAC USA. She earned a Ph.D. and M.A. in development and agricultural economics from Stanford University, an M.A. in Latin American studies from Johns Hopkins, and a B.S. in political science from Santa Clara University.Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/millercenter, linkedin.com/in/bhelmsInstagram Handle: @miller.socentSupport Our SponsorsOur generous sponsors make our work possible, serving impact investors, social entrepreneurs, community builders and diverse founders. Today's advertisers include FundingHope, AMIBA, SuperCrowdLA and Crowdfunding Made Simple. 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This week's Espresso covers news from Bold, Apoia, Bia Energy, and more!Outline of this episode:[00:33] – R2 secures $9M equity round and $50M debt facility[00:42] – ZeBrands secures $53M syndicated loan from HSBC and Sabadell[00:52] – Bia Energy secures $8.5M with climate-focused investors[01:01] – Apoia raises $800K to expand in Brazil[01:06] – Imobia raises $100K in a round led by SC Ventures[01:12] – Clinia raises $344K in pre-seed round[01:18] – iBUILD raises $550K to expand franchise network in Brazil[01:24] – Sinatra raises $800K pre-seed round for AI e-commerce copilot[01:29] –Teachy raises a $6.7M series A round led by Goodwater and Reach Capital[01:45] –Nubank partners with Puntored to enable cash deposits across Colombia[01:53] – Bold expands its product offering to SMEs[02:02] – Interview with Juan Manuel Gironella, CEO of Guros, the platform transforming insurance distribution in Latin AmericaResources & people mentioned:Startups: Bold, Apoia, Imobia, Clinia, Bia Energy, Kratos Gaming Network (KGeN), Sinatra, iBUILD, Nu Colombia, Puntored, R2, Zebrands, GurosVCs: Big Bets, Reach Capital, Blustone Capital, SC Ventures, ABSeed Ventures,  RA Capital Planetary Health, IDB Lab, Aptos Lab, Grupo Quality Digital, Hi Ventures, CometaPeople: Juan Manuel Gironella

Send us a textIn this podcast, Dr Sabine Dembkowski, Founder and Managing Partner of Better Boards, discusses tech boards with Irene Arias Hofman, CEO of IDB Lab, the innovation and venture laboratory of the Inter-American Development Bank Group. “We do care a lot about the principles, the values, the incentives”Irene begins by outlining that when evaluating tech boards, especially in startups, investors focus on several key elements.  Using her organisation's portfolio as an example (which includes startups typically at Series A or B stages), she explains that they pay close attention to the governance of both the startups and the venture capital (VC) funds they often invest alongside. They believe that the governance of portfolio companies and VC funds is crucial, although the governance of each differs significantly.  “They need to a bring in a whole set of other aspects…. that they didn't have to worry about when they were just a two people team”From an investor's perspective, Irene describes how a good board in a startup balances technical expertise with broader strategic and corporate skills.  As the company grows and becomes more institutionalised, the board needs to expand its skill set to include governance, organisational management, social skills and strategic foresight.“They have more control… or more choice than maybe they think in terms of who's on the board”Irene then outlines how successful boards differ from struggling ones in several key ways.  First, they ensure the right fit of board members rather than simply accepting any investor who offers capital.  She notes that startups often feel they have limited control over their board composition, especially when large investors demand board seats.  However, successful startups are, in fact, deliberate about selecting board members who bring real value.  “Only 6.2% of board seats in unicorn companies are held by women”Board diversity is also a distinguishing factor.  Data shows that companies with women on their boards perform significantly better, yet Irene notes that women still hold only a small fraction of board seats in unicorn companies.  “It's become trendy, and it can be good to say you are on the board of a high-growth tech startup”A good board member in the startup context needs to be highly available and committed. Irene points out that while it has become ‘trendy' to be on the board of a high-growth tech company, the real value comes from being genuinely invested in the company's success. “You really want to know: are you gonna build a sustainable business”When it comes to tracking a startup's progress, Irene relies on a few key KPIs that provide a solid understanding of the company's health and sustainability - the burn rate, the lifetime value (LTV) of a customer, and the churn rate.  The three top takeaways for effective Tech boards are:1.      As a startup, you may be able to pick your board members more than you think, so do not feel pressure to give up board seats to investors to get investment.  It has to be a good match to build the right skill mix. 2.     That skill mix will evolve rapidly, just as the startup does. You will have to pivot your strategy. For example, if you become very successful, then very quickly, you need to become much more sophisticated in how you are run. So be ready to evolve, including evolving the composition of your board.3.     Be mindful of bringing in board members who believe in your vision for the company and can contribute diverse views.

In this week's Espresso, we cover news from Cubo, Uncover, Mathland, and more!Outline of this episode:[00:27] – Cubo raises $3.5M and expands to Guatemala[00:40] – RadarFit secures $1M investment[00:52] – Uncover raises $7.5M Seed round[01:04] – Fortes Tecnologia partners with Somapay to launch FortesPay[01:17] – Mathland expands to Peru[01:28] – Q&A with Eric Nuñez from ZenkipayResources & people mentioned:Startups: Cubo, Radar Fit, Uncover, Somapay, FortesPay, Mathland.VCs: WE Ventures, Hiker Ventures, ABSeed.Companies and institutions: IDB Lab, ProChile, Fortes Tecnologia

In this week's Espresso, we cover news from Kavak, GoPass, Able-On, and more!Outline of this episode:[00:28] – Monuv secures $1.7M funding[00:37] – Kuna launches loan platform for new and used cars in Mexico[00:48] – Finkargo raises $20M in series A round[00:58] – Jobecam raises $408K from IBD Lab [01:09] – Paytech Handy partners with Banco Itaú in Uruguay[01:19] – Argentinian healthtech Extendeal raises $7.5M[01:26] – Able-On receives $7.25M to include AI in the logistics chain[01:43] – Kavak to cease operations in Peru and Colombia in 2024[01:57] – Galactic Holdings raises $6.25M in Series A round.[02:15] – Creze secures $5.7M credit facility from BBVA Spark[02:24] – Loads raises $2M in seed round[02:34] – Chilean Proptech Legria secured $3M [02:46] – Logistics startup Teclogi raises $4.6M [03:00] – GoPass secures $15M to digitize toll booth and parking payments in ColombiaResources & people mentioned:Startups: Monuv, Kuna, Finkargo, Jobecam, Itaú, Handy, Extendeal, Able-On, Kavak, Galactic Holdings, Creze, Loads, Teclogi, GoPassVCs: Indicator Capital,Invest Tech, QED investors, IDB Lab, ITA Frotas, Galaxy Interactive, DragonFly, BBVA Spark, Nazca. Canary, Alaya Capital, Ameris Capital, Acumen Latam Impact Ventures, Kaszek Ventures

Mi invitada es Isabela Echeverry - Senior Discovery Officer @IDB Lab … Y….  La pregunta que matamos es ¿Qué sucede antes y después del Burnout?Aquí están las increíbles empresas que quiero celebrar que hacen posible este podcast:SCAPE:Ohhh Dios mío ... amo esta empresa... ¿por qué? porque es BUENAAA  ... Pero me estoy adelantando... Primero... ¿Sabías que si sufres de depresión, ansiedad o burnout, lo primero que un psicólogo a menudo te recetará es... un masaje? Otra pregunta¿has conocido a alguien que haya tenido un gran masaje y no le haya gustado? ... NUNCA...¿Incluso, cuándo fue la última vez que te regalaste un masaje?Es por eso que SCAPE es demasiado asombroso!! Son el UBER del SPA... los mejores servicios posibles directamente a tu casa u oficina 7 días a la semana de 9 a 9 y... y ya que eliminan al intermediario ofrecen los mejores precios posibles para ti.Descarga la aplicación usando el link aquí en Apple o en Google y en un máximo de 3 horas SCAPE estará contigo para proporcionarte la experiencia de relajación que seguro estás necesitando en este momento. Así de simple, solo ingresa a la APP, selecciona tu servicio y relájate.Si te gusta el podcast, ¿podrías dejar una breve reseña en Spotify o Apple Podcasts | iTunes? Es rápido, no duele y hace una gran diferencia.Aquí hay algunas cosas más interesantes que podrían gustarte:The Frye Show.com - Otro podcastNewsletter - El Conejo BlancoKinnto - StartupLinkedIn - robbiejfryeTwitter - robbiejfryeInstagram - robbiejfryeFacebook - robbiejfrye

In this week's Espresso, we cover investment updates from DeltaX, Lemon, The Yield Lab, and more!OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE:[00:28] – DeltaX wins TECLA 2023 award for “Best foreign startup in Chile”[00:40] – Lemon announced an expansion to Mexico[00:53] – The Yield Lab announced a $50M venture fund[01:06] – Sheriff secured $500K from angel investors[01:17] – Crossing Borders: Building Latin America's Payments Infrastructure, Ep 202RESOURCES & PEOPLE MENTIONED:Startups: DeltaX, Lemon, Sheriff, Kushki, IDB Lab, Bimbo, SQMVC Firms: The Yield Lab

Heute: Finanzierungsrunde von GoHenry und Elenas In der Rubrik “Investments & Exits” begrüßen wir heute Constantin Koenigsegg, Investment Manager bei Vorwerk Ventures. Constantin hat die Runde von GoHenry und Elenas kommentiert: Das britische FinTech GoHenry hat 55 Millionen US-Dollar eingesammelt. Die Zielgruppe der Neobank sind Kinder und Teenager im Alter von 6-18 Jahren. GoHenry hat Unternehmensangaben zufolge inzwischen 2 Millionen Kunden in Großbritannien, den USA und seit der Übernahme des französischen Konkurrenten Pixpay in diesem Sommer auch in Frankreich und Spanien. Die Dienste belaufen sich unter anderem auf eine Prepaid-Debitkarte, die in der Regel von den Eltern aufgeladen wird, sowie eine App für finanzielle Bildung und eine App für Eltern, die das Konto überwachen und verwalten können. Die Eigenkapitalfinanzierung kommt von den bisherigen Geldgebern Edison Partners und Revaia (ehemals Gaia) sowie einer neuen strategischen Investition des italienischen Zahlungsunternehmens Nexi. Das Social-Commerce-Startup Elenas sammelte in einer Series-B-Runde 20 Millionen US-Dollar ein. Elenas möchte Frauen in Lateinamerika beim Online-Verkauf unterstützen. Dafür können Unternehmerinnen aus einem Portfolio von Hunderttausenden von Großhandelsprodukten entscheiden, was sie verkaufen und wie hoch sie den Preis aufschlagen wollen. Danach können sie die Produkte auf sozialen Kanälen wie WhatsApp und Facebook bewerben. Elenas kümmert sich auch um die Produktbeschaffung, die Lieferung und den Zahlungseinzug. Angeführt wird die Runde von DILA Capital mit Beteiligung von FJ Labs, Endeavor Catalyst, dem IDB Lab der Inter-American Development Bank, Broadhaven Ventures, Mercado Libre, Grupo Bolivar und Leo Capital. Das Startup wurde 2018 von Zach Oschin in Kolumbien gegründet.

This week's Espresso covers updates from uDocz, Impacta VC, DolarApp and more!Outline of this episode:[00:28] - Finaktiva raises $25M in debt[00:54] - Interview with Gustavo Ribas, K Fund's Venture Partner[03:00] - Alima closes a $1.5M seed round[03:28] - Ubii closes its first investment round at $4.5M[03:47] - uDocz secures a $2M seed round[04:16] - Salkantay Ventures closes its first VC fund at $26M[04:40] - Impacta VC launches Impact Fundraising Strategy Program[05:04] - IDB Lab approves a $2M loan for Prestamype[05:25] - DolarApp announces a $5M seed round [05:47] - New Crossing Borders and Hacking Insurance episodesResources & people mentioned:Companies & Startups: Finaktiva, Alima, Ubii, uDocz, Prestamype, DolarApp, Belo, Lizit, Efinti.VCs, Accelerators, Institutions: Bancolombia, responsAbility, K Fund, Soma Capital, Y Combinator, The Dorm Room Fund, Seed9, Pareto, Salkantay VC, GSV Ventures, Impacta VC, IDB Lab, Kaszek Ventures.People: Gustavo Ribas, Nathan Lustig, Manuel Beaudroit, Rodrigo Alfonso, Daniel Botero, Andres Tobon.

This episode is a recording from a panel conversation at Endeavor on the "Deciphering LatAm VC" study, a research that dives into how LatAm VCs make decisions, are structured and add value. The conversation starts with a brief 15min presentation by Pat on the core findings of the study and then dives into a panel discussion with Magdalena Coronel (CIO @IDB Labs), Daniela Izquierdo (CEO & Co-Founder, Foodology), Andy Tsao (SVB), Adolfo Blasco (Nazca). We dive into: The current state of venture in LatAmThe role of foreign capital for larger financing roundsWhat the current downturn means for the region Check out the full study here and the video of the conversation here 

Irene Arias Hofman, a Spanish national, was appointed CEO of IDB Lab, the IDB Group innovation laboratory, in January 2018. Irene leads a purpose-driven multidisciplinary team that fosters innovation for inclusion in Latin America and the Caribbean. Under her direction, the lab uses tools of financing, knowledge, and connections to co-create projects and support entrepreneurship. IDB Lab looks for market-driven solutions able to transform the lives of populations that are vulnerable due to economic, social or environmental factors.

Irene Arias Hofman, a Spanish national, was appointed CEO of IDB Lab, the IDB Group innovation laboratory, in January 2018. Irene leads a purpose-driven multidisciplinary team that fosters innovation for inclusion in Latin America and the Caribbean. Under her direction, the lab uses tools of financing, knowledge, and connections to co-create projects and support entrepreneurship. IDB Lab looks for market-driven solutions able to transform the lives of populations that are vulnerable due to economic, social or environmental factors.

Monday, May 2: For this episode of The J Curve I am thrilled to bring you my conversation with Guilherme Freire, co-founder and CEO at Dolado, a Brazilian startup that digitizes small retailers in peripheral areas and small cities that has recently raised $10 million Series A from the likes of Valor Capital Group, Flourish (The Omidyar Group‘s investment fund), Global Founders Capital (GFC), IDB Lab, and Endeavor.Prior to Dolado, Guilherme co-founded LIVO Eyewear and Grow Mobility. In today's episode we will learn:1) What being passionate triathlete taught Guilherme about business?2) What are the main risks of building products for a customer with low level of tech awareness and adoption?3) How to build and raise capital for tech business if you start with a problem that's generally perceived as super niche?4) How does Guilherme think about financial discipline and pros and cons of raising too much capital too soon? What's Guilherme's advice to the founders on control rights and board composition?5) What traits does Guilherme look for in the founders he considers backing as an angel?

IDB Lab's is a unique entity within the DFI community because of the early stage investments they can make.  Anita Fiori leads IDB Lab's venture capital and direct loans operations and shares how they are making catalytic investments in the region.  

Susana García-Robles es socia inversionista en Capria Ventures, un fondo de capital de riesgo enfocado en invertir en startups en etapa temprana en Latinoamérica, África, India y el Sureste de Asia. Susana ha sido una de las protagonistas de la formación y el crecimiento del ecosistema emprendedor en Latinoamérica. Durante 21 años, Susana lideró el fondo multilateral de inversión para IDB Lab. Además, es fundadora de WeInvest y WeXchange y ha impulsado las iniciativas que existen para fomentar la diversidad de género y la inclusión en el ecosistema emprendedor en Latinoamérica. En este episodio, Susana platica sobre los puntos de inflexión del emprendimiento en Latinoamérica, ofrece su punto de vista sobre los principales factores que debemos de tomar en cuenta al fundar una compañía, las iniciativas que existen para incrementar el número de mujeres emprendedoras en nuestra región y mucho más.

Another selection of the best How to be the Difference podcast momentsIn this episode of How to be the Difference, hosts Johanna Molina and Paul Lynskey selected another 7 clips of the most interesting and exciting interviews that were presented this last season. In this special edition, insights were included from experts working in very different industries and sectors: from venture capital and financial development to podcasting and leadership.As a first selection, we revisited the conversation with Dr. Mandeep Rai, an international best-selling author that wrote The Values Compass: What 101 Countries Teach Us About Purpose, Life, and Leadership. Mandeep has an impressive track record having traveled to more than 150 countries, completed a PhD in Global Values, built a career at JP Morgan, and reported as a journalist for BBC World Service and Reuters. She does a deep dive on how she became a global authority on values, and on how to create your own personal values compass.Secondly, the podcast hosts selected the interview with Andres Barreto, a serial entrepreneur, investor and the Managing Director of Techstars Boulder Accelerator Program. In this conversation, Andrés shared with us his first entrepreneurial endeavors and what it was like being a minority founder in the US. Andres also discusses the reason behind starting Coderise, non-profit organization that teaches code in an inclusive environment and the power of mentorships.On the third place, we go back to Eder Holguin's interview, where he talks about how his perspective on success changed as he got older and why he considers himself a professional problem solver. Eder is an award-winning serial entrepreneur, best-selling author, and a digital sales and marketing expert in the US. He also shares with us the basic principles of marketing and sales and how certain skills were vital to helping him move forward in life. Next, we revisited the conversation with Irene Arias Hofman, CEO of IDB Lab, to talk about her +25 years of experience working for multilateral organizations–including 20 years at the World Bank Group. Irene talks about how, having been exposed to different realities and cultures from a young age, she always knew she wanted to pursue a career in which she would be making a social impact. That's how she found her calling working for organizations that focused on promoting financial development in emerging markets through tech innovation. She also believes that the private and public sectors can work together to foster disruptive innovation with the right foundation.Fifth comes the episode where the podcast hosts sat down with Robbie J. Frye, a self-proclaimed professional inceptionist and host of The Frye Show podcast. Johanna and Paul talked to Robbie about the lessons he's learned from his varied work experiences, and how after moving to Colombia in 2012, Robbie immersed himself in the local creativity and innovation space and eventually launched The Frye Show podcast where he has engaging conversations about creativity, innovation, design, productivity, and success with incredible guests. Robbie also gives us a lesson on how to implement innovation and creativity into your life.Then, we revisited the interview with David Reimer, CEO of the ExCo Group (formerly Merryck & Co), a global firm of experienced CEOs, independent directors, and global business leaders providing C-suite mentoring for organizations. Johanna and Paul talk to David about what it means to step forward as a leader during times of crisis and what he thinks we should look for in a mentor. And last, we selected the best clips from Enzo Cavalie's interview. Enzo works as an Investment Associate at Reach Capital, a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage tech tools, applications, content, and services to improve access to educational opportunities. He is also the founder and editor of Startupeable, a platform dedicated to creating educational content in Spanish about startups and venture capital in Latin America. Enzo shares his vision about what are some of the values and skills you need to succeed in this 21st century. Outline of this episode:[01:25]-Dr. Mandeep Rai[02:17] – Becoming a global authority on values[06:00] – On identifying core values[11:24]-Andres Barreto[11:55] – Andres' entrepreneurial journey[22:15]-Eder Holguin[23:06] – Common principles of marketing and sales[25:51] – How to polish your sales skills[28:10]-Irene Arias Hofman[29:00] – An interest in development[32:40] – Public versus private sector[35:30]-Robbie J Frye[35:59] – Innovation and creativity[38:48] – A forced jump versus ignorant jump[42:00]-David Reimer[42:55] – The importance of mentorship[44:41] – Criteria for bringing on a CEO[46:41] – On finding a mentor[49:47]-Enzo Cavalie[50:24] – Enzo's non-negotiable[51:51] – Skills to succeed in the 21st centuryResources and people mentioned:Johanna MolinaPaul Lynskey Mandeep RaiThe Values CompassAndres BarretoTechstarsCoderiseEder HolguinIrene Arias HofmanIDB LabRobbie J FryeThe Frye ShowDavid ReimerThe ExCo GroupEnzo CavalieReach CapitalStartupeable

IDB Lab and Google announce the first batch of the LAC Women Founders Accelerator, Ep 67 In this week's Espresso, we cover updates from Ontop, Nowports, IDB Lab, and more!   Outline of this episode:  [0:27] - Ontop [1:10] - Nowports [1:56] - LAC Women Founders Accelerator [2:47] - Featured article of the week [3:20] - NEW episode of How to be the Difference   Resources & people mentioned: Startups: Ontop, Nowports,  WeXchange An introduction to venture capital with Enzo Cavalie from Reach Capital, Ep 18 Featured article:  5 Myths and Facts about being a Digital Nomad      

Desde el IDB LAB, el laboratorio de innovación del Grupo Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo, Irene y su equipo trabajan sin descanso movilizando financiamiento, conocimiento y conexiones para catalizar innovación para la inclusión en América Latina y el Caribe. La llegada de la pandemia del COVID-19 ha alterado los ecosistemas de innovación y de emprendimiento de la región y por tanto, el IDB Lab ha activado su red de conexiones para apalancar innovación y emprendimientos de América Latina y el Caribe, a fin de abordar los efectos sanitarios y económicos de la pandemia. Conoceremos de primera mano estas iniciativas y exploraremos el proceso de liderazgo y la capacidad de adaptación de esta entidad ante los inmensos desafíos planteados por la crisis mundial.

In this episode, we welcome back Alexa Blain, co-founder and Managing Partner of Deetken Impact. She follows up on her Climate Finance Roundtable Discussion (Episode 9) and shares her experience on building a pipeline of projects to invest in and how they have partnered with DFIs, such as IDB Lab. 

Gyoung Joo Choe: IDB Lab and Google launch the LAC Founders Accelerator for Women STEMpreneurs, Ep 60 In this week's Espresso, we cover updates from WeXchange, Picap, Nuvemshop, and more!   Outline of this episode:  [0:27] - Picap expansion [0:55] - Coderhouse's investment round [1:25] - Aplazo's seed round [1:54] - Gyoung Joo Choe, IDB Lab [4:30] - Santiago Sosa, Nuvemshop   Resources & people mentioned: Startups: Picap, Coderhouse, Aplazo, Nuvemshop LAC Founders Accelerator for Women STEMpreneurs

On this episode, Jessica Bedoya, states her powerful case for the future of female led entrepreneurial economies of Latin America! This dynamic and determined, first woman Chief of Staff and Executive Advisor to the President of the Inter-American Development Bank, joins Ileana and Rob to share her story and help our audience understand the role and relevance of IDB ( https://www.iadb.org/en/fin ) and their IDB LAB venture arm (https://bidlab.org/en ) in building the entrepreneurial economies of the Americas, in particular, Latin America and the Caribbean. Jessica is a trailblazing leader, breaking barriers not only through her work, but through her presence inside of the IDB. She is an experienced public policy maker, skilled political officer and diplomat! She has built her career as a Policy Analyst, and Political Officer in the US State Department, served as the Deputy Senior Director for the Western Hemisphere Affairs to the US White House and as Managing Director & Senior Advisor to the CEO of Western Hemisphere at the US International Development Finance Corporation. In addition to the work she and her team do to finance and empower entrepreneurs throughout Latin America, Jessica's personal story is an inspiration to any Latina, whether American Latina, or localized Latinas throughout the region. She is a 1st generation American, daughter of a Colombian father and Ecuadorian mother, borne and raised in Rob's hometown, Chicago! A great love story and and many great lessons from her mom on grit, determination and self pride as a Latina. Jessica passionately makes her case that right now, is "the moment" to invest in the entrepreneurial economies of the Americas, as well as the long overdue moment to amplify, invest in and support women leaders and entrepreneurs everywhere! Feel free to follow and engage with Jessica here: Twitter: https://twitter.com/JessicaLBedoya Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-bedoya-a556941b1/ Websites: https://www.iadb.org/en/about-us/overview and ( https://bidlab.org/en ) We're so grateful to you, our growing audience of entrepreneurs, investors, builders, influencers and those interested in the entrepreneurial economies of Latin America and the marginalized/under-represented entrepreneurial communities in the USA! Ideally, Season Two will bridge you between these two deeply interdependent worlds. Plug in, relax and enjoy some Spanish, English and a fun dose of spanglish as always. Please subscribe, follow and review as it helps others find the show. Share with friends and repost to your social media so we can help more entrepreneurs grow and discover new opportunities. Also don't forget, to please click on the "listener voice message" link in show notes, to submit your own personal questions or comments about anything you're thinking about or need help with, to be featured on future episodes. We're here to help inspire, educate and empower you, so that you can build the future! Salud y Gracias! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mentorstoday/message

Investing in emerging markets and leading global teamsIn this episode of How to be the Difference, we sat down with Irene Arias Hofman, CEO of IDB Lab, to talk about her +25 years of experience working for multilateral organizations–including 20 years at the World Bank Group. Having been exposed to different realities and cultures from a young age, Irene always knew she wanted to pursue a career in which she would be making a social impact. That's how she found her calling working for organizations that focused on promoting financial development in emerging markets through tech innovation.In conversation with Johanna and Paul, Irene explains the importance of being able to collaborate with people whose interests don't necessarily align and provides tips on how we can reframe the way in which we think about conventional constraints. She believes that the private and public sectors can work together to foster disruptive innovation with the right foundation. Outline of this episode:[0:28] - Ireland is opening up[3:04] - Introducing Irene [4:40] - Growing up in Madrid[11:32] - An interest in development[15:41] - Public versus private sector[18:28] - Investing in a team[24:17] - On trusting your instinct[27:50] - Skills for success in the modern age[30:28] - A post-pandemic world[32:38] - Working in a male dominant sectorResources & people mentioned:Irene Arias HofmanIDB LabJohanna MolinaPaul LynskeyThe Intern GroupAdam Kahane

Mara Balestrini es consultora en innovación e investigadora en temas de interacción persona-computadora. Actualmente es consultora externa para el IDB Lab, el Laboratorio de Innovación del Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo. Específicamente la iniciativa que promueve el desarrollo ético y responsable de la implementación de la Inteligencia Artificial en Latinoamérica y el Caribe. https://bidlab.org/es https://www.linkedin.com/in/marabalestrini --- Construyendo puentes para la innovación argentina. Conect.Ar es el Podcast del Consulado y Centro de Promoción de la República Argentina en Barcelona. Entrevistamos a emprendedores y directivos de empresas que nos contarán todo lo que hay que saber sobre internacionalización. Conoceremos casos de éxito de internacionalización, modelos de negocio, oportunidades de inversión y financiación y al ecosistema de Barcelona. Host: Romi Hakim. Producción: Sound Branding Boutique. Host: Romi HakimProducción: Sound Branding BoutiqueSeguinos en:WebLinkedInInstagram

¿Cómo innovar en un período en el que todos están aislados unos de otro? Irene Arias Hofman, CEO IDB Lab presenta su visión sobre el tiempo de la pandemia.

En tiempos de pandemia, se impone una situación ética a todos los que datan datos de terceros, ya sean clientes o pacientes: ¿Cómo utilizar esos datos con plena responsabilidad? O aún: ¿Cómo utilizar big data y preservar la identidad? Felipe Bunster, Gerente General de Mutual de Seguridad everis Chile e Irene Arias Hofman, CEO IDB Lab, nos traen sus respectivas opiniones, comenzando por Felipe.

Ivonne Cuello es la CEO de la Asociación para la Inversión de Capital Privado en América Latina (LAVCA).Muchos conocen a LAVCA por su producción del LAVCA Industry Data, datos anuales sobre transacciones de PE/VC en América Latina y LAVCA Week, una reunión anual para inversores de capital privado en septiembre. Entre sus funciones, Ivonne también se encargó de la creación y gestión de LAVCA | MIT Inside Private Equity, Deal Making in Latin America, un curso intensivo dirigido por profesores del MIT e inversionistas líderes en el sector.Antes de unirse a LAVCA, Ivonne fue Directora de Emprendimiento en ANDI (Asociación Nacional de Empresarios de Colombia), una organización del sector privado con más de 1.100 miembros. En este cargo, dirigió y lanzó su Programa de Emprendimiento llamado ANDI del Futuro con 300 emprendedores de alto potencial.Dentro del mundo de la tecnología Juan Pablo es conocido como uno de los socios de Patagon.com, compañía que fue comprada por el Banco Santander por más de de US$700 millones.  Juan Pablo ha co fundado Idea.me, Lab Miami, Lab Ventures & Wonder (comprado en el 2020 por Atari). Tambien publica una reconocida columna sobre el TecnoLatino https://latamlist.com/author/jpcappello/ y sigue asesorando emprendedores de la región desde el estudio jurídico PAGLaw https://www.pag.lawAquí y ahora pregunta: Qué están haciendo y qué hacen y qué piensan los líderes del TecnoLatino “aquí & ahora” sobre los cambios que estamos viviendo?  Aquí y ahora ofrece tips para los emprendedores, los inversionistas y los hinchas del TecnoLatino.Auspiciado por PAGLawResources from LAVCA: -The Latin American Private Capital Update, it's a bi-weekly email featuring industry news, research, events, and updates on investors from private equity, venture capital, real estate, infrastructure, and family offices in Latin America. Sign up here.-The LatAm Venture Bulletin is a must-read roundup of startup deals and news on emerging technologies in Latin America, delivered to investors, entrepreneurs, and corporates bi-weekly. Also, we are publishing updates regularly on Latin American VC/tech and startup resources and activities related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Sign up here. -#COVID19: LAVCA has gathered relevant resources and updates for private capital investors active in Latin America in light of how the spread of COVID-19 might affect portfolio companies, investor relations, pipeline building, and more.-#CHANGETHERATIO: This portal was created with support from IDB Lab. It aggregates key LAVCA directories, surveys, interviews, and information on gender diversity in the tech ecosystem in Latin America including highlights of the top female investors and founders.Latest publication: -2020 LP Survey Results: In 2020 LAVCA collaborated for the first time with EMPEA on its annual Global Limited Partners Survey to highlight limited partners (LPs) sentiment for the private capital opportunity in Latin America.