Caricaco VC

Venture Capital San José, Costa Rica ·Founded 2015

Overview

Caricaco VC is a venture capital firm based in Costa Rica, dedicated to supporting early-stage technology startups in Central America. The firm invests between $50,000 and $100,000 in pre-seed and seed rounds, focusing on sectors such as software, financial services, and fintech. Caricaco VC provides not only capital but also strategic support in areas like operations, marketing, and product development, facilitating connections with venture firms and key partners across Latin America and beyond. The firm's investment strategy emphasizes empowering entrepreneurs who challenge the status quo and contribute to the region's economic and social development. Caricaco VC seeks to position Central America on the venture capital map by investing in exceptional teams that offer scalable digital solutions. In addition to its investment activities, Caricaco VC organizes events like the Caricaco Summit, aiming to strengthen the regional entrepreneurial ecosystem and foster valuable connections among startups, investors, and industry leaders. The firm has invested in over 20 startups with founders from Central America, including companies like Vitrinnea, TobiPets, Snap Compliance, and Zunify.

Investment Focus

  • Central American founders
  • Developed minimum viable product (MVP)
  • Initiated monetization
  • Multidisciplinary team
  • Scalable business model

Portfolio Companies

VitrinneaKleantabTobiPetsSnap ComplianceZunifyAvifyÁbacoBoxfulHarvieONVOPaggoSiku

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Frequently asked questions about Caricaco VC

What sectors does Caricaco VC invest in?

Caricaco VC invests in Financial Services, Software and FinTech, and is based in San José, Costa Rica. Caricaco VC is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does Caricaco VC invest at?

Caricaco VC backs companies at Pre-Seed and Seed, writing cheques of 50K - 100K.

Which regions does Caricaco VC invest in?

Caricaco VC invests across El Salvador, Panama, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua.

What companies has Caricaco VC invested in?

Caricaco VC's portfolio includes Vitrinnea, Kleantab, TobiPets, Snap Compliance, Zunify, Avify, Ábaco and Boxful.

Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database