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Prensa Libre — Entrepreneurship Panel
Event
In this panel hosted by Prensa Libre, Fernando Pontaza of Invariantes shares his vision for strengthening Guatemala’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Libertópolis — Tools for Entrepreneurs
Podcast
In this Libertópolis program, Fernando Pontaza of Invariantes shares practical tools and advice for Guatemalan entrepreneurs.
UFM — Financial Day: Risk Diversification
Event
During UFM’s Financial Day, Fernando Pontaza of Invariantes shares key strategies for diversifying risk in financial and venture capital investments.
Contxto — Obstacles to Raising Capital in 2023
Article
Latin American entrepreneurs, including Fernando Pontaza of Invariantes, discuss the biggest challenges they faced when raising capital during 2023.
Infochannel — Invariantes Commits $100M to Tech Startups
News Press
Invariantes, the venture capital fund led by Fernando Pontaza, announces a $100 million commitment to invest in technology startups across Latin America and the U.S.
Entre Jaguares — The Reality Show Revolutionizing Guatemala
News Press
Entre Jaguares is a reality show that promotes entrepreneurship in Guatemala, featuring leaders like Fernando Pontaza of Invariantes.
UFM Acton — The Investment Landscape in Guatemala
Podcast
In this panel hosted by UFM Acton, Fernando Pontaza of Invariantes shares his perspective on the current and future state of investment in Guatemala.
Ep. 096 — Alejandro Zelaya: Raising a VC Fund in LATAM
Podcast
Alejandro Zelaya discusses his journey launching a venture capital fund in Latin America and highlights the role of firms like Invariantes in shaping the ecosystem.
Network Nights — Alejandro Zelaya and Jaime Matus on Startup Investing
Event
In this Network Nights conversation, Jaime Matus of Invariantes and Alejandro Zelaya share key insights on investing in startups across Latin America.
Ángeles de LatAm — Ep. 13: Jaime Matus on Learning from VCs
Podcast
In this episode, Jaime Matus of Invariantes explains why angel investors should learn alongside venture capital firms to improve their investment strategies.
Semilla.VC — Interview with Jaime Matus, Cacao Capital
Podcast
Jaime Matus, co-founder of Cacao Capital and part of the Invariantes team, discusses his investment vision and the evolution of the startup ecosystem in Latin America.
Jaime Matus — Invariantes | Ep. 164: Raising Capital and Investing in Funds
Podcast
Jaime Matus, partner at Invariantes, shares his experience raising capital and investing in other funds as part of the firm’s broader VC strategy.
Liquidity Podcast — Ep. 16: AI, VC Geography, and Hypocrisy
Podcast
This episode explores trends in AI investment, regional venture dynamics, and VC hypocrisy, including reflections from the Invariantes team on the Latin American context.
LAVCA — Invariantes Closes Its First Fund with US$3.5M
News Press
Invariantes, the Guatemalan VC fund led by Fernando Pontaza, closes its first fund with $3.5 million in commitments, marking a milestone for the region’s venture ecosystem.
Win.gt — How to Raise Investment in Guatemala
Article
Fernando Pontaza of Invariantes explains step-by-step how Guatemalan entrepreneurs can prepare to raise investment effectively.
Levantando Podcast — Ep. 033: Fernando Pontaza, Invariantes
Podcast
Fernando Pontaza shares how he launched Invariantes, the first venture capital fund in Guatemala, and the challenges of investing in the region.
Entorno VC — The 5 Most Active Investors in Central America
Article
Fernando Pontaza and Invariantes Fund are recognized as one of the five most active investors in Central America's startup ecosystem.
Agents of Innovation — Ep. 121: Fernando Pontaza, Invariantes
Podcast
In this episode, Fernando Pontaza shares the story behind Invariantes Fund and its mission to support entrepreneurship from Guatemala to the world.
Spotify — Fernando Pontaza in Seed To Harvest Ep. 54
Podcast
Fernando Pontaza, co-founder of Invariantes, shares how he launched Guatemala’s first venture fund and how Guatemalan culture shapes his investment strategy.
The Sure Shot Entrepreneur — Demystifying Venture Capital
Podcast
This episode breaks down the venture capital asset class and features insights from Fernando Pontaza of Invariantes on investing in emerging markets.
Prensa Libre — Entre Jaguares: Winning and Learning
Event
In this edition of Entre Jaguares, Fernando Pontaza of Invariantes highlights the program’s value as a learning experience for Guatemalan entrepreneurs.
Prensa Libre — Venture Capital in Guatemala
Article
This article explores the rise of venture capital in Guatemala, featuring insights from Fernando Pontaza and Invariantes on the future of local startups.
Prensa Libre — Entre Jaguares: Entrepreneurial Competition
Event
In this edition of Entre Jaguares, Fernando Pontaza of Invariantes serves as a judge, highlighting top Guatemalan startups and entrepreneurial talent.
IberoNews — Invariantes and the Startup Market in Central America
Article
Fernando Pontaza of Invariantes analyzes how the startup ecosystem in Central America is gaining traction and evolving with new opportunities.
Expansión — Invariantes Raises $30M Fund
Article
Invariantes Fund, led by Fernando Pontaza, announces a $30 million fund to invest in startups in Latin America and the United States.
López-Dóriga Digital — Latin American VC Raises $30M Fund
News Press
Invariantes, the venture capital fund founded by Fernando Pontaza, raises $30 million to invest in startups across Latin America and the U.S.
Business Insider México — The Startup Ecosystem Is in a Downturn
News Press
Fernando Pontaza of Invariantes shares his perspective on the current slowdown in the startup ecosystem and how to navigate it strategically.
República.gt — Guatemalan VC to Invest in LatAm and the U.S.
News Press
Invariantes, a Guatemala-based venture capital fund led by Fernando Pontaza, plans to invest in startups across Latin America and the United States.
Ecosistema Emprendedor — Invariantes Launches $30M Fund
News Press
Invariantes Fund, led by Fernando Pontaza, launches a $30 million fund aimed at investing in both startups and other venture capital funds across Latin America.
LatamList — Guatemalan VC Firm Invariantes Launches $30M Fund
News Press
Invariantes Fund, led by Fernando Pontaza, announces the launch of a $30 million fund to support startups in Latin America and the U.S.
Contxto — Obstacles to Raising Capital in 2023, According to LATAM Entrepreneurs
Article
LATAM entrepreneurs, including Fernando Pontaza of Invariantes, share the main challenges they faced when raising capital during 2023.
Entorno VC — Invariantes: A $30M Fund for Startups in LatAm
News Press
Invariantes, the Guatemalan venture capital fund founded by Fernando Pontaza, launches a $30 million fund to invest in Latin American startups.
LATAM Republic — Invariantes Raises $30M to Invest in LatAm and U.S. Startups
News Press
Invariantes Fund, based in Guatemala and led by Fernando Pontaza, raises a $30 million fund to back startups across Latin America and the United States.
Nasdaq — LatAm Tech Weekly: Is the Worst Behind Us?
News Press
This edition of LatAm Tech Weekly highlights Invariantes as one of the firms maintaining a positive outlook on the recovery of the tech ecosystem in Latin America.
Win.gt — Invariantes, Guatemala-Based VC, Raises $30M Fund
News Press
Invariantes Fund, led by Fernando Pontaza, announces a $30 million fund to invest in startups across Latin America and the United States.
El Economista — Competition and Less Investment Complicate the Fintech Landscape
Article
El Economista analyzes the challenging fintech landscape, including insights from Fernando Pontaza of Invariantes on the region’s current investment climate.
López-Dóriga Digital — Betting on Tech Growth in Latin America
News Press
This article highlights how Invariantes Fund, led by Fernando Pontaza, is driving technological growth in Latin America through strategic venture capital investments.
IDC — Tips for Funding a Tech Startup
Article
In this article, Fernando Pontaza from Invariantes Fund shares key advice for entrepreneurs seeking to raise capital for their tech startups.
Bloomberg Línea — The Guatemala-Based Venture Capital Firm Investing in LatAm and the U.S.
Article
Bloomberg Línea profiles Invariantes, the Guatemala-based fund led by Fernando Pontaza, which actively invests in startups across Latin America and the United States.
From 0 to 500 Podcast – How to Avoid Mistakes When Raising Capital
Podcast
In this episode of 500 Startups LatAm, Jaime Matus from Invariantes shares key lessons on common mistakes founders should avoid when raising capital.
10X Capital - The Limited Partner Podcast
Podcast
This episode explores how Limited Partners make tradeoffs between consistent returns and greater upside, offering insights relevant to firms like Invariantes.
Entre Jaguares – Season Three on Prensa Libre
Event
The third season of Entre Jaguares features leaders like Fernando Pontaza and highlights Invariantes Fund’s role in boosting Guatemala’s startup ecosystem.
Money Coach – Venture Capital with Fernando Pontaza
Podcast
Fernando Pontaza, co-founder of Invariantes Fund, is featured on the Money Coach podcast to discuss venture capital and his investment approach.