Aurus Capital

Overview

Aurus Capital is a Santiago-based venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments in healthcare, technology, and industrial tech companies across Latin America. Founded in 2008, the firm has a proven track record of supporting high-growth potential companies and projects that require a partner for success and offer a global value proposition. The firm's investment strategy focuses on companies that improve efficiency, productivity, and sustainability in industrial processes, with a particular emphasis on the mining industry. Aurus Capital typically invests between $2 million and $10 million per company, participating in seed, Series A, and Series B funding rounds. Their geographical focus includes Chile and other Latin American countries, with international participation when necessary. Aurus Capital offers strategic advice, leveraging its extensive experience as investors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts to provide guidance and instill best practices within portfolio companies. They also provide access to a network for new business development opportunities, market intelligence, and sales support. Additionally, Aurus Capital invests significant time in evaluating and building out the senior management teams of its portfolio companies, including introducing and interviewing prospective candidates. The firm's leadership includes Managing Partner and CEO Raimundo Cerda, who joined in 2008 to form the Venture Capital division. Under his leadership, Aurus Capital has been responsible for over 14 investments across Latin America, focusing on consumer web, digital marketing, and cloud computing sectors. Aurus Capital's portfolio includes companies such as Ceibo and TIMining, reflecting its commitment to investing in innovative solutions that add value to the mining industry and related sectors. The firm's approach combines years of experience and trustworthiness with a proven track record and expertise in asset management for institutional and private investors. Aurus Capital's investment philosophy emphasizes active involvement in portfolio companies, offering support in strategic decision-making, business development, and crisis management. The firm distinguishes three levels of involvement: constant review of financial statements, review of financial statements and general management practices, and full management of the company while recruiting management and sharing its culture and management standards. With a strong presence in the Latin American venture capital landscape, Aurus Capital continues to seek investments in high-growth potential companies and projects, aiming to foster growth, development, and sustainability for its clients across the region.

Investment Focus

• Technological solutions with a clear operational impact on mining or industrial processes
• Founding team with technical experience and capacity to scale operations
• Potential for commercial traction in Chile and/or regional markets

Portfolio Companies