Andres Barreto

Overview

Andres Barreto is a seasoned entrepreneur and angel investor with a focus on early-stage technology startups across the Americas. He is the Managing Director at Techstars, where he invests in and supports promising early-stage technology companies. Prior to Techstars, Andres co-founded and led several ventures, including Grooveshark, PulsoSocial, Socialatom Group, and Onswipe. His entrepreneurial journey has been marked by a commitment to fostering innovation and supporting founders in emerging markets. As the Managing Director at Techstars, Andres brings a founder-first perspective to his investment approach. He has been instrumental in building robust startup ecosystems, collaborating with governments, accelerators, and investors to empower the next generation of entrepreneurs. His extensive experience includes founding three VC-backed companies and investing in hundreds more at the pre-seed stage, uniquely positioning him to guide early-stage founders. Beyond his professional endeavors, Andres is deeply committed to philanthropy. He is a founding fellow of Coderise, a non-profit organization dedicated to teaching underprivileged children how to write computer code. This initiative reflects his dedication to empowering the next generation with the skills needed to succeed in the digital age. Andres's contributions have been recognized by various organizations, including being named in MIT Technology Review's TR35 list of top innovators under 35 and Inc. Magazine's Top 30 Under 30.

Investment Focus

• Innovative technology solutions
• Scalable business models
• Strong founding teams
• Potential for significant market impact
• Alignment with Techstars' mission and values

Portfolio Companies