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500 Global (formerly 500 Startups) is a global venture capital firm with a dedicated Latin America practice, 500 LatAm. The firm invests in early-stage technology startups across sectors such as fintech, SaaS, and digital commerce, typically providing seed and Series A funding. Its Latin America fund, 500 LatAm Seed Fund IV, has received backing from institutions like IDB Lab. Notable portfolio companies include Pacto, a Mexican restaurant tech platform. The firm operates globally with regional teams spanning Latin America, Africa, Asia, and the United States.
Partners
- Santiago Zavala Partner
- Christine Tsai Chief Executive Officer & Founding Partner
- Courtney Powell Chief Operating Officer & Managing Partner
- Paul Yoo Chief Financial Officer & Managing Partner
- Bedy Yang Executive Leadership