Luis Sanz
Overview
Luis Sanz is an angel investor and co-founder of Olapic, a visual commerce platform that leverages user-generated content to enhance e-commerce experiences. Based in New York, Sanz has been instrumental in developing Olapic's proprietary predictive algorithm, Photorank™, which analyzes various aspects of images to determine their potential to drive purchases. Raised in Zaragoza, Spain, he earned a Master's Degree in electrical engineering from the University of Zaragoza and an MBA from Columbia University in New York. Prior to founding Olapic in 2010, Sanz worked as a consultant for Accenture and held a position at Ericsson, overseeing support teams across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. Under his leadership, Olapic has secured significant funding, including a $15 million Series B round in 2015, and has expanded its client base to over 200 brands globally. In 2019, Sanz transitioned to become the CEO of Carto, a location intelligence platform, while continuing to support Olapic's growth. As an angel investor, he has backed startups in AI, healthtech, and digital platforms, reflecting his focus on innovation with practical impact. His investments include MITO AI, HOLO, and IDOVEN, showcasing his commitment to advancing technology-driven solutions in various sectors.
Investment Focus
- Innovative technology solutions
- Scalable business models
- Experienced founding teams
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Luis Sanz invest in?
Luis Sanz invests in Artificial Intelligence, Medical/Healthcare and Technology/Web/App, and is based in New York, United States. Luis Sanz is listed as a angel investor in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Luis Sanz invest at?
Luis Sanz backs companies at Seed, Early Stage and Growth, writing cheques of 100K - 500K.
Which regions does Luis Sanz invest in?
Luis Sanz invests across United States and Spain.
What companies has Luis Sanz invested in?
Luis Sanz's portfolio includes Holo, MITO AI and IDOVEN.
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