Neil Shah and Carta’s Late Night Liquidity Event
Last week, Neil Shah and the team at Carta hosted Late Night Liquidity for LatAm Founders. This event was designed to bring together founders from Latin America with key investors and ecosystem builders. It served as a platform to exchange ideas and strengthen relationships within the startup community.
At Numundo Ventures, we understand the importance of these gatherings. Events like this allow founders to engage in meaningful discussions about the challenges and opportunities in the LatAm startup landscape.
Neil Shah’s Connection to LatAm
Neil Shah has a deep connection to LatAm. Having lived in Mexico, he truly understands the region’s unique challenges and opportunities. His experience as an angel investor in various LatAm startups demonstrates his commitment to helping the ecosystem thrive. But Neil doesn’t just invest—he actively engages with founders, offering insights and resources to help them scale.
- His role at Carta allows him to amplify this impact.
- By organizing networking events like Late Night Liquidity, he provides valuable opportunities for startup founders to connect with investors.
- Key players like Peter Walker and Carlos Chavez joined the event, sharing their entrepreneurial experiences.
These interactions fuel collaboration and innovation, essential for the growth of startups in LatAm. Events like this create an environment where ideas can flourish, and real impact can be made.
Key Presentations and Interviews
At the event, Neil Shah led two impactful sessions:
- Peter Walker’s Presentation:
- Shared key insights on the current LatAm startup ecosystem
- Engaged the audience with valuable lessons and real-world examples
- Reinforced why LatAm is an exciting market for investors
- Interview with Carlos Chavez:
- Focused on his entrepreneurial journey and his new startup, Sytrex
- Discussed his transition from Colombia to the Bay Area
- Provided insights into the challenges LatAm founders face when scaling in the U.S.
Carlos’s story resonated with many in the audience. His journey is a powerful example of resilience, ambition, and the importance of building strong support networks.
Networking with LatAm Founders and Investors
One of the event’s biggest highlights was the opportunity to connect with founders and investors from LatAm.
- Networking is essential in the startup world.
- It allows founders to exchange ideas, form partnerships, and unlock funding opportunities.
- Events like this foster deep connections, sparking new collaborations and ventures.
Among the attendees were key industry figures such as:
- Sofia Castillo and Nico Diaz, both driving forces in the LatAm startup ecosystem.
- Peter Walker and Carlos Chavez, who added immense value to the discussions.
- A diverse group of investors and operators eager to support the next wave of LatAm founders.
This blend of talent and experience created the perfect setting for high-impact conversations and meaningful connections.
Final Thoughts
At Numundo Ventures, we believe in the power of community and collaboration. Seeing Neil Shah and Carta bring together such a dynamic group of founders and investors was truly inspiring.
These interactions strengthen the LatAm startup ecosystem, opening doors for founders to scale their ventures beyond borders. We’re excited to see what comes next for the region and look forward to continuing to support LatAm entrepreneurship.
