Desenvolve SP
Overview
Desenvolve SP is a financial institution of the São Paulo state government, established in 2009, dedicated to fostering sustainable economic development in the state. It offers financing options to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and municipalities, aiming to enhance the quality of life for the population by generating employment and income across all regions of São Paulo. The agency provides credit facilities with lower interest rates and longer terms compared to traditional credit markets, supporting investments in expansion, modernization, and innovative projects. In addition to credit facilities, Desenvolve SP actively invests in private equity funds, focusing on high-impact entrepreneurship and innovative SMEs located in São Paulo. The agency has invested in several Fundos de Investimento em Participações (FIPs), including the Fundo Inovação Paulista, which has invested R$ 105 million in 20 companies between 2017 and 2018. The agency's investment strategy encompasses various asset classes, including private equity, venture capital, real estate, infrastructure, hedge funds, private debt, and natural resources, with a geographical focus on Brazil. Desenvolve SP's commitment to innovation and economic growth is evident in its substantial investments in sectors such as technology, healthcare, real estate, financial services, agriculture, energy, infrastructure, consumer goods, telecommunications, media, transportation, education, retail, manufacturing, and hospitality. The agency's investment sizes range from R$ 1 million to R$ 50 million, reflecting its dedication to supporting businesses at different stages of development and across diverse industries in São Paulo.
Investment Focus
- Focus on innovative projects
- Located in São Paulo state
- Small and medium-sized enterprises
- Municipalities in São Paulo state
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Desenvolve SP invest in?
Desenvolve SP invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods and Real Estate, and is based in Sao Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil. Desenvolve SP is listed as a institutional investor in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Desenvolve SP invest at?
Desenvolve SP backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Growth, Late Stage, Pre-IPO and Buyout, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.
Which regions does Desenvolve SP invest in?
Desenvolve SP invests across Brazil.
Who are the partners at Desenvolve SP?
Team members listed for Desenvolve SP include James Piazza (Head of Planning).
What companies has Desenvolve SP invested in?
Desenvolve SP's portfolio includes Iniciador, Gênica, Lead Energy and MONITORAPP.
How do I contact Desenvolve SP?
Desenvolve SP's contact details — including phone and LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database
