Laura Gaviria Halaby — Contact Email, Phone & Team

Overview

Laura Gaviria Halaby is a seasoned venture capital investor specializing in early-stage technology companies across Latin America. She is a founding member of Faktory, a generative AI platform that enables knowledge workers to build AI agents using plain English for increased productivity. In addition to her role at Faktory, Laura serves as an operating advisor for prominent Latin American unicorns such as Rappi, Kavak, and Konfio, and is an active angel investor. Previously, she was the operating lead for the US$8 billion SoftBank Latin America Funds, providing operational support to portfolio companies to accelerate their growth. She has also contributed to the tech industry as the Global Head of Fintech Acceleration at Citibank, facilitating the implementation and launch of digital products through open innovation. Laura holds a Bachelor's degree in Applied Mathematics from American University (Cum Laude) and an MBA from MIT. Laura's investment strategy focuses on early-stage technology companies, particularly in the fintech and AI sectors, aiming to empower entrepreneurs and drive innovation in Latin America. She actively seeks opportunities to mentor and invest in startups that demonstrate high growth potential and a commitment to solving real-world problems. Her approach combines operational expertise with a deep understanding of the regional market dynamics, enabling her to provide valuable guidance and support to portfolio companies. With over 15 years of experience in the tech industry, Laura has developed a strong track record of identifying and nurturing successful startups. Her leadership roles at SoftBank and Citibank have equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities in scaling businesses across diverse markets. As an angel investor, she continues to support emerging entrepreneurs, fostering a vibrant ecosystem of innovation and growth in the region.

Investment Focus

Strong founding team
Scalable business model
Innovative technology
Clear market demand
Potential for regional expansion

Portfolio Companies

RappiKavakKonfioHabi

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What sectors does Laura Gaviria Halaby invest in?

Laura Gaviria Halaby invests in Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods, Real Estate and Telecommunications, and is based in Florida, United States. Laura Gaviria Halaby is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.