In this episode, Bárbara shares her insights on navigating career shifts, balancing professional ambitions with family life, and the evolving landscape of entrepreneurship in Latin America. Discover how her experiences at Bitso shaped her approach to innovation and why she believes in the power of sports to connect and inspire. Tune in for an engaging conversation filled with valuable lessons and inspiring stories. Send us a text Cut The Check w/ Mack Meyer is a podcast about venture c...

In this engaging conversation, Mack Meyer interviews Ben, a seasoned entrepreneur turned investor, about his journey from starting his first business at age 12 to becoming a prominent figure in the venture capital world. Ben shares insights into his experiences with early-stage investing, the importance of choosing the right board members, and his passion for seed investing. The episode also explores Ben's perspective on the venture capital landscape in Latin America and his admiration...

Remi, a French entrepreneur living in Mexico, shares his journey from working at L'Oreal and Coty to founding a successful D2C brand targeting the Latino community. He discusses the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of resilience and adaptability. Remi highlights the untapped potential of the Hispanic Gen Z market in the U.S. and Mexico, and his vision to create a leading Mexican brand in fashion and cosmetics. He also reflects on his personal expe...

Summary In this conversation, Angel Cisneros shares his entrepreneurial journey, detailing his early interests in technology and sports, the inspiration behind his startup Quiubas, and the challenges he faced in building the product. He discusses the growth of the company, its acquisition by Twilio, and reflects on the lessons learned throughout his journey. Angel also emphasizes the importance of AI in Latin America and offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, highlighting the need for clar...

Summary In this conversation, Ivan Montoya shares his journey from Colombia to the U.S., highlighting the influence of his family and education on his career path. He discusses his experiences at Harvard, the transition to the professional world, and the lessons learned from working in startups. Ivan emphasizes the importance of qualities like humility and competitiveness in successful founders and reflects on his entry into angel investing and the unique mission of NuMundo Ventures. He also...

CHAPTERS: Introduction and Early LifeMack Meyer introduces Pedro Vallenilla and discusses his upbringing and early influences.Entrepreneurial BeginningsPedro shares his journey into entrepreneurship, including his early ventures and the pressures of following in his family's footsteps.First Major SuccessDiscussion about Pedro's first successful startup in Venezuela and the challenges he faced.Failures and Lessons LearnedPedro talks about the failures of subsequent startups and the lessons he ...

In this conversation, Mack Meyer and Alex González Ormerod delve into the intricate relationship between politics, journalism, and technology in Mexico. They explore Alex's journey into journalism, the establishment of the Mexico Political Economist, and the challenges and opportunities within the tech landscape in Latin America. The discussion also covers the implications of recent judicial reforms, the evolving political landscape under Claudia Sheinbaum, and the significance of the informa...

In this conversation, Raffaele and Edoardo share the journey of founding Niko Energy, transitioning from their previous venture in cloud kitchens to addressing the clean tech sector in Mexico. They discuss the challenges and opportunities in the solar energy market, the regulatory landscape, and their innovative financing solutions aimed at increasing solar adoption. The conversation also touches on the importance of targeting underserved communities, engaging corporations, and the potential ...

Summary In this conversation, Mack Meyer interviews Adriana, a venture capitalist at Clocktower Ventures, discussing her journey from Ecuador to the U.S., her experiences in investment banking, and her transition into venture capital. Adriana shares insights on the importance of education, her passion for financial inclusion, and the unique opportunities in Latin America, particularly in fintech. The discussion also covers the structure and strategy of Clocktower Ventures, the nuances of inv...

In this conversation, Mateo Creamer shares his journey from not knowing he wanted to be a founder to establishing Cometa, an education technology company focused on increasing access to quality education in Latin America. He discusses the importance of mentorship, the impact of his experiences at Rapid SOS and Duolingo, and the challenges of building trust with school owners. Mateo emphasizes the significance of community, data sharing, and product simplicity in the education sector. He also ...

Summary In this conversation, Esteban Reyes shares his entrepreneurial journey, from his early days inspired by his grandfather's story to his experiences in building and scaling companies. He discusses the importance of understanding venture capital as a resource, the challenges of building tech-enabled services, and the investment thesis of Zenda Capital. Esteban also addresses the geopolitical challenges affecting investment opportunities in the Americas and highlights the potential in he...

In this conversation, Mack Meyer and Jaime Tabachnik discuss the inception and growth of Solvento, a company focused on solving liquidity issues in the freight industry. Jaime shares his background in the logistics sector, the challenges faced in building relationships and securing funding, and the innovative solutions Solvento is implementing to address the fragmented nature of the carrier market in Mexico. They also touch on the importance of team dynamics and the lessons learned throughout...

In this conversation, Julian Roeoes shares his journey from investment banking at Credit Suisse to venture capital at Picus Capital. He discusses the investment strategies employed by Picus, the challenges and opportunities in Latin America, and the evolving landscape of AI and fintech. Julian emphasizes the importance of decisiveness in venture capital, the traits of successful founders, and reflects on his learnings and regrets in the industry. CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 04:24 In venture, "You ...

In this conversation, Carlos shares his multicultural background and how it has influenced his career in fintech. He discusses his journey from sports to working at JP Morgan and eventually transitioning to Suyo, a company focused on empowering low-income families. Carlos highlights the importance of networking in Latin America and how it led him to discover the venture world. He elaborates on Fintech Collective's investment strategy, emphasizing the intersection of financial services and AI,...

Summary In this conversation, Eric Schwartz shares his journey from growing up in New York City to establishing a career in the credit and debt space in Mexico. He discusses his educational background, experiences in the U.S. Embassy, and his transition to Payoneer, where he played a key role in building credit solutions for global SMBs. Eric reflects on his time at Covalto, a leading SME lending company in Mexico, and the unique challenges and opportunities in the Latin American market. He ...

In this conversation, Hernan discusses the evolution of angel investing in Mexico, the growth of the startup ecosystem, and the transition from an angel network to fund management. He shares insights on investment strategies, the importance of relationships in Latin America, and the challenges of scaling businesses across different countries. Hernan also highlights current trends in fintech and the silver economy, while reflecting on the lessons learned throughout his journey in venture capit...

Summary In this conversation, Lara Lemann and Samuel Veloso, of Maya Capital, discuss the inception of Maya Capital, their investment thesis, the importance of courage and grit in entrepreneurship, and the challenges they faced during fundraising. The conversation also delves into the differences in startup ecosystems across Latin America, how Lara approaches fundraising as they prepare for Fund 3, why implementing culture is uniquely challenging in VC, and much more. Chapters 00:00 The I...

Ryan Croft, few people have a background as diverse at the intersection of baseball and tech, from scouting baseball talent in the Dominican Republic to founding multiple tech companies. In 2013, Ryan co-founded TransitScreen, a mobility data platform that scaled across 40 plus cities in the United States. Now he's back in the founder seat, building Pacto, an enterprise fintech startup in Mexico with backing from Dila Capital, Femsa Ventures, 500 Global, and several other prominent inv...

Summary In this conversation, Sebastian Kreis, co-founder of Xepelin, shares the journey of building a fintech company aimed at providing financial services to SMEs in Latin America. He discusses the inception of Xepelin, the challenges faced in the early days, the strategic expansion into Mexico, and the innovative products developed to meet market needs. Kreis emphasizes the importance of team dynamics and the future aspirations of Xepelin in becoming a leading B2B digital bank in the regi...

Summary Luis Enriquez co-founded Cultura Colectiva over a decade ago, turning it into one of Mexico’s most influential digital media platforms. Now, as a Partner at Bridge Latam, a leading venture fund focused on early-stage startups, he is backing the next generation of high-growth companies in fintech, AI, agtech, and beyond. Luis brings a unique perspective as both a founder and an investor. Today, we’ll explore how he evaluates companies before product-market fit, the role of Whats...