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Velum Ventures is a venture capital firm specializing in seed and early-stage investments across information-based businesses. The firm actively identifies and supports promising digital technology companies, primarily within the dynamic markets of Colombia and the broader Latin American region. Its investment strategy focuses on providing crucial capital and strategic guidance to enable the growth of nascent tech ventures.
Established in 2012, Velum Ventures was founded on the recognition of an emerging need for dedicated early-stage capital within the evolving Latin American technology ecosystem. This foundational insight propelled the firm to become an integral player in fostering digital innovation, seeking to bridge the gap for startups with high-growth potential in the region.
The firm's portfolio comprises a diverse range of early-stage digital and information technology startups, all of which benefit from its focused investment approach and operational support. Velum Ventures' overarching vision is to cultivate a robust and innovative technology landscape across Latin America by empowering its portfolio companies to achieve substantial scale and regional influence.
Key people at Velum Ventures.
Key people at Velum Ventures.
Velum Ventures has 3 tracked investments across 3 companies. The latest tracked deal is $30.0M Series B in UnDosTres in June 2022.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 1, 2022 | UnDosTres | $30.0M Series B | IDC Ventures | 305 Ventures, Accelerator Ventures, American Express Ventures, Arbor Ventures, B Capital Group, Blockchain Capital, Company Capital, Dalus Capital, Digital Currency Group, Future Perfect Ventures, Ignia Partners, Jungle Ventures, LAUNCH, NKM Capital, Parallax Ventures, Recursive Ventures, RRE Ventures, Wayra Hispam, Martin Schrimpff, Saad Alsogair, AI8 Ventures, Benber, Telegraph Hill Capital |
| Oct 1, 2016 | Merqueo | $2.0M Seed | — | IDC Ventures |
| Sep 1, 2015 | Futbala | $70K Seed | — | — |
Velum Ventures is a Medellín-based venture capital firm focused on early-stage investments in technology-driven startups primarily across Colombia and broader Latin America. Its mission centers on leveraging digital technologies to generate high-impact, inclusive, and sustainable growth in the region’s startup ecosystem. The firm targets seed and early-stage companies that address significant market gaps through innovative, scalable solutions, contributing to economic development and technological advancement in Latin America[2][3][4].
Founded in 2012, Velum Ventures has evolved from a local VC fund into a key player within Latin America’s venture capital landscape. It was acquired by Amplo, a Colombian fund management company specializing in impact investments, which aims to mobilize over $100 million by 2025 to support startups with strong social and environmental impact. This acquisition expanded Velum’s capital base and portfolio, including notable companies like Hogaru, Merqueo, and Fluvip, enhancing its ability to back transformative ventures across the region[2].
Velum Ventures rides the wave of increasing digital transformation and startup growth in Latin America, a region experiencing rapid adoption of technology across sectors like fintech, e-commerce, and logistics. The timing is critical as Latin America’s startup ecosystem matures, with growing investor interest and government support fostering innovation hubs. Velum’s focus on early-stage tech companies and impact investing aligns with market forces emphasizing sustainable growth and digital inclusion, helping to bridge development gaps while fueling economic modernization[2][3][4].
Looking ahead, Velum Ventures is poised to expand its influence by deploying increased capital through Amplo’s backing, targeting a $100 million mobilization by 2025. This growth will likely enable deeper penetration into Latin America’s emerging markets and support startups that drive both profitability and social impact. Trends such as digital financial services, logistics optimization, and sustainable technologies will shape its investment focus. Velum’s evolving role as a catalyst for inclusive innovation positions it to remain a key player in Latin America’s venture capital ecosystem, fostering startups that address regional challenges with scalable tech solutions[2].
