Victor Wanderley

🌟 Proud to share this comprehensive report on Investing in Minas Gerais (my state) from the Financial Times! 🚀 🔍 Key Insights: - Minas Gerais: Brazil's bellwether state, reflecting the nation's diverse political, economic, and social fabric. - Governor Romeu Zema: A potential dark horse in Brazil's next presidential race, navigating the delicate balance between business and politics. - Belo Horizonte: Embracing tech and quality of life initiatives to rejuvenate Brazil's first large planned city, confronting modern-day challenges head-on. - Brumadinho Dam Disaster: The 2019 tragedy continues to shape global mining industry standards, highlighting the importance of safety and transparency. - Lithium Potential: Minas Gerais emerges as a hotspot for lithium exploration, revitalizing regions once overlooked. - Niobium Niche: Delving into the energy sector, Brazilian niobium gains attention with implications for global markets. 📈 Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights into how Minas Gerais is driving Brazil's future! Dive deeper into the report here: #Investing #MinasGerais #Brazil #Economy #Insights 🇧🇷 https://lnkd.in/dGmJmUrr

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At #FIIPRIORITY in #Rio, André Esteves, Chairman & Senior Partner, BTG Pactual underscores how can #Brazil leverage its #CleanEnergy matrix to address critical global challenges like #EnergyCrisis & #FoodSecurity. Watch the full panel: https://lnkd.in/dBks4iaa

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We are pleased to announce that FG Empreendimentos, a Diamond Sponsor of the CTBUH 2024 International Conference, "New or Renew: Addressing the Density Dilemma," will host the event's "Americas" track.   In addition to hosting the Best Tall Building by Region: Americas award session, this track comprises a myriad of dynamic sessions dedicated to topics such as: ✨ The economics of renewal in Latin American city centers, 🔵 Density rebuilding in the aftermath of urban disasters, and 🏗 New or Renew: local approaches to building tall in the Americas. "Americas" is among nine conference tracks, each one featuring dozens of peer-reviewed presentations that address some of the most pressing challenges facing urban areas today: equity, climate change, and the demand for better social, economic, and environmental outcomes. Learn more about the conference being held 23-27 September in London & Paris: www.ctbuhconference.com Don’t delay—register today and participate in the vital exploration of a new generation of tall buildings and alternate shapes of density, helping cities across the globe answer the question: new or renew? Interested in sponsoring? https://lnkd.in/gU3dD97r #London #Paris #CTBUH #Conference #sponsors #urban #urbanpractices #citybuilding #tallbuildings

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Some highlights from FoodTech Weekly #205 (https://lnkd.in/dqyzAMeu) sent this morning: 💰🇧🇷 Brazilian AgTech startup Gênica has banked 68M reais (about $12.5M) from e.g. Mitsubishi Agrex and Banco do Brasil for its biological crop treatments that also help improve soil health 💰🇨🇱 ByBug of Chile has scooped up a $1.4M Seed round from Südlich Capital, Arpegio VC, GRIDX, Halcyon Venture Partners, and Atento Capital. The company aims to produce recombinant proteins from genetically engineered black soldier flies, which it claims is cheaper and more scalable than using precision fermentation 💰🇩🇰 Danish startup Matr Foods, which develops plant-based meat alternatives using traditional fungal fermentation techniques, has received an investment from Novo Holdings. The sum is said to be double digit in DKK millions, meaning at least $1.4M 💶 🇫🇷 French AgTech startup Seabex has hauled a Seed round backed by Water Unite Impact; the company uses AI and satellites to optimize water usage 💶 🇫🇷 Also from France, The VERY Food Co. Co has bagged €850K (appr. $920K) for its functional plant-based food ingredients aimed at replacing animal products. The round was backed by e.g. APOK Invest, Bpifrance, and business angels. The VERY Food Co has previously received investment from Big Idea Ventures 💰🇺🇸 Boston, U.S. startup Foray Bioscience has landed $3M in Seed funding from ReGen Ventures, The Engine Ventures, Susquehanna Sustainable Investments, Understorey Ventures, Superorganism, and others. The company has developed a predictive plant cell culture platform, allowing it to grow harvest-free plant-based materials, seeds, and molecules 💶 🇪🇸 Vanetta Foods of Galicia, Spain, which produces plant-based alternatives to meat, has closed a €400K (appr. $430K) funding round, mostly from local business angels 🇺🇸 🍎 U.S. startup Prism has developed a controlled atmosphere container that can be stored in restaurants’ walk-in fridges, allowing restaurants to extend shelf life of produce by 2-3x (and sometimes up to 8x as long) 💰🇨🇦 Tall Grass Ventures of Calgary, Canada has secured $32M CAD (appr. US $23.5M) for its first fund that will invest in early-stage AgTech and FoodTech companies, mainly in Canada 🧑‍🔬🤖 Massachusetts Institute of Technology researchers have designed a robotic system designed to e.g. pack groceries, and it looks pretty cool. 📉 🐟 Wild salmon is struggling in the Baltic, because it can’t find enough Baltic herring to feed on, as Baltic herring gets scooped up by industrial trawlers to be ground up and become fish feed — for farmed Norwegian salmon. 🤩 New jobs at Cultivated Biosciences ...and much more! Subscribe now at: https://lnkd.in/d8mUXXH5 #foodtechweekly #FoodTech #agtech #startups #funding #tech #innovation

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The leadership imperative: Navigating the era of industry 5.0 As leaders, we are constantly faced with new challenges and uncertainties, from navigating the complexities of a global pandemic to addressing the urgent climate crisis unfolding in Southern Brazil. In times of crisis, the true test of leadership lies not only in our ability to adapt and innovate but also in our capacity to lead with empathy, emotional intelligence, and foresight. Today, I had a powerful insight during my run: leaders who lack knowledge of (1) artificial intelligence (AI), (2) who prioritize financial results over people, and (3) who are not equipped with emotional intelligence and (4) creativity to navite in crisis will find themselves obsolete in the next 3-5 years. The era of Industry 5.0 is upon us, and those who fail to embrace the digital revolution and prioritize human-centric leadership will be left behind. Now more than ever, leaders must invest in developing these essential skills if they are to thrive in the fast-paced, ever-changing landscape of the future. This is not just about surviving; it's about building a better world for ourselves and future generations. Do you feel like embarking on a new journey of transformation, if yes, I invite you to join me. Follow my LinkedIn for insights, strategies, and tools to help you navigate the challenges of Industry 5.0 and emerge as a leader of tomorrow. Are you ready to lead the way? #transformativeleaders #industry5.0 #humanization Picture: Southern Brazil floods: a glimpse of complexity

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Join us this week on The J Curve as we dive into the incredible journey of Geraldo Thomaz, co-founder and co-CEO of NYSE-traded VTEX! 🌐💡 Through numerous pivots and iterations, VTEX has evolved into a global digital commerce powerhouse, serving industry giants like Walmart, Coca-Cola, and L’Oreal. Before going public, VTEX raised $365M from prominent investors such as SoftBank Latin America Fund, Naspers Limited, Riverwood Capital, Endeavor Catalyst and more. In our conversation, we go deep into the key elements of this evolution and share Geraldo's invaluable lessons along the way. We discuss: 1️⃣ From zero to Walmart: key strategies for landing enterprise customers 2️⃣ Optimize for scalability: key trade-offs VTEX made for global growth 3️⃣ Building a high-performing partnership: trust, complementary skills, and a divide-and-conquer management approach 4️⃣ From founder to public company CEO: main lessons on leadership transformation 5️⃣ Take LatAm to the world: how to inspire global entrepreneurial ambitions in the region? Watch / listen to the episode by tuning into The J Curve podcast on 👇 Youtube 👀 ===> https://lnkd.in/eGraR9q3 Spotify 🎙===> https://lnkd.in/e-xAPqk2 Apple Podcast 🍏 ===> https://lnkd.in/enP4G_tU Huge thank you to Milena Oliveira, founding partner at Volpe Capital for introducing me to Geraldo and for some excellent question suggestions. I really really appreciate that. #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #DigitalCommerce #GlobalGrowth #TheJCurve #PodcastAlert

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Translating the headline: "Taco Bell wants Brazil to become the biggest operator out of the USA". It is a very bold expansion plan of the fast food company within Brazil, I would say. They currently have a little bit more than 30 stores in the country and want to open 200 more till 2030. I see the 2 sides of the coin in this situation: 1) Yes, indeed I also see a whitespace for junkie Mexican restaurants in the country, as there are not so many of them compared to other cuisines (Japanese, Arabic, Italian, and so on); 2) At the same time, Brazilians are not so used to having Mexican food, especially in its junkie version. And considering the 6 years time they want to open all of these stores, I believe the time is too short for that. Some may say: "But what about Sí Señor restaurant and other Mexican ones?". Well, most of the Mexican restaurants spread out the country offer an experience as well, and use the Mexican culture as part of it to attract customers. Many of them have Mariachi shows, characters from the famous and popular Chavo del Ocho series, and other very cool Mexican experiences that Brazilians generally like. They are not only a place to sit and eat, in most cases. Sí Señor! (El Camino Foods S.A.) restaurant, to mention another one, offers TEX-MEX food and competes in a different category with other players, such as Outback, Applebee's, Olive Garden, etc. They have a different approach and offer another type of experience to their customers. I truly hope they are very successful in the country. Similarly, I am sure they went through an extensive market research to make this decision to avoid having the same bad experience they have in Mexico, where they failed and completely left the country. Nevertheless, I would be way less aggressive with these expansion plans. Hopefully everything goes well and they crush it - with plenty of tacos.

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The study, titled "Climate Emergency," involved the participation of 3,590 Brazilian city councils out of the country's 5,570 municipalities. The results are alarming: 68% of city councils admitted to being unprepared to face the increase in extreme weather events. Only 22.6% claimed to have preparedness measures, while 6% are unaware of climate predictions, and 3.4% did not respond. For example, 43.7% of city councils lack sectors or professionals responsible for monitoring areas at risk of disasters daily and in real-time. Regarding alert systems, 57% of city councils indicated having none, evidencing a severe deficiency in the capacity for prevention and response to climate emergencies. Therefore, there is an urgent need for priority discussion on current and future strategies for risk management, including both direct and indirect risks, and the identification and overcoming of associated implementation barriers. This discussion should be incorporated into the strategic planning agendas of states at all three levels, encompassing disaster risk reduction, climate change adaptation, environmental management, and poverty reduction. The lack of professionals and sectors dedicated to the daily and real-time monitoring of disaster-prone areas, coupled with the absence of alert systems in many city councils, further exacerbates deficiencies in the prevention and response to climate emergencies. A risk management program for a city should include: Identification of Risks that the city may face, considering natural threats such as floods and earthquakes, as well as human risks such as infrastructure failures and social risks. The identified risks are evaluated in terms of their likelihood of occurrence and potential impact using qualitative and quantitative techniques to build Risk Matrices commonly used to classify risks into categories such as low, medium, and high. Quantitative techniques involve assigning numerical values to the likelihood of occurrence and the impacts of risks. Statistical models and simulations can be used to calculate risks more accurately and quantify potential financial damages. Based on the evaluation, risks are prioritized so that resources and efforts can be directed to those with the highest likelihood of occurrence and most significant impact. Development of Mitigation Strategies: This stage involves identifying and implementing measures to reduce or mitigate identified risks, including prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery measures. An effective risk management program requires continuous monitoring of risks and implemented mitigation strategies.

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Are we underestimating the relevance of LATAM on ESG topics? Brazil is a great example of how countries are bringing more data to ESG: 1️⃣ Support agtech-start ups and boost blockchain technology to efficiently process data and increase transparency of supply chains 2️⃣ Leverage AI for data-based decision making on-farm to optimize input use and save resources 3️⃣ Scale up use of drones in regions with challenging infrastructure to ensure data collection in remote regions #digitalagriculture #esg #regenerativeagriculture Check the article https://lnkd.in/dhbQtC4R

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"Empowering Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises through Digital Business Model Innovation", published in May 2024 by the World Economic Forum. 👇 This report explores Brazil's neo-#industrialization #policy, focusing on #digitaltransformation to enhance productivity and global relevance. It offers a guide for manufacturers, particularly #SMEs, to #innovate #businessmodels and integrate #newtechnologies, ensuring competitiveness in the changing global market. Link: https://lnkd.in/dBDpUT34 #web4 #web5 #digitalera #digitaltransformation #web3 #atificialera #digitalidentity #eID #digitalservices #digitalmarketplace #digitaltrade #digitalproducts #digitalproductpassport #digitalcommerce 

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In a Material Fact published, Suzano informs that the operational start-up of the new pulp mill in Ribas do Rio Pardo, located in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul (the “Cerrado Project”), will take place in July 2024. The Cerrado Project boasts impressive numbers: a USD 4 billion investment, 180 MW of energy surplus, a 20% increment in Suzano’s total production, and 2.55 million tons of Bleached Hardwood Kraft Market Pulp. The scale of new pulp projects is jaw-dropping. If we consider the new schedule as a delay of 30 days (although this is not necessarily true), it would mean 212 thousand tons less of this grade of pulp in the market this year. To put this into perspective, that volume of pulp exceeds the annual production of 57 mills worldwide (52%). #pulp #pulpandpaper #pulpandpaperindustry #packaging #packagingindustry #strategy #tissue #biochemical #biomaterial

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Delta approves $27.2 billion Escravos seaport project! ️ Great news for Delta and beyond! The Escravos Industrial Complex (ESIC) project, a massive $27.2 billion development, has received revalidation from the Delta State Government. This project is set to transform the region, including: Deep seaport in Delta Inland ports in 7 other states (Bayelsa, Imo, Edo, Kogi, Abuja) Free Trade Zone, industrial park, and central business district Independent power generation (2,000 MW!) Intermodal transport system for efficient cargo movement (roads, railways, waterways) ️️ This project promises to attract foreign investment, boost trade, create jobs, and drive regional economic growth. What do you think about this development? #ESIC #Delta #Seaport #Investment #Nigeria

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MARKET TRENDS IN 2024 IN BRAZIL (Source: SEBRAE - Brazilian Service of Support for Micro and Small Enterprises)     1 - BUSINESS TRENDS FOR 2024:   ·        Sustainability in the spotlight: Companies focused on sustainable practices gain space and visibility.   ·        Growing digital businesses: E-commerce and digital presence become vital for companies.   ·        Adoption of innovative technologies: Companies investing in innovation will have a competitive advantage.   ·        Valuing diversity and inclusion: Companies that promote diversity will be recognized and valued.   ·        New business models: Opportunities arise with alternative and innovative business models.   ·        Customer experience in focus: Customer satisfaction gains strategic importance for businesses.   ·        Rising social entrepreneurship: Businesses with social purpose are increasingly recognized and valued.     2 - TOP AREAS FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN 2024:   ·        Health and well-being: Services focused on health and well-being continue to thrive, meeting a growing demand.   ·        Innovative technologies: Investments in artificial intelligence and augmented reality offer significant opportunities for entrepreneurs.   ·        Healthy and sustainable food: The demand for healthier and sustainable food options creates space for businesses in this segment.   ·        Rising digital businesses: E-commerce and digital marketing remain lucrative areas for those looking to venture into entrepreneurship.     3 - HIGH-OPPORTUNITY, YET UNDEREXPLORED AREAS IN BRAZIL - SOME AREAS STILL HAVE POTENTIAL FOR GROWTH IN THE BRAZILIAN MARKET:   ·        Technology for SMEs: Technological solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises.   ·        Sustainability in industry and agriculture: Demands for sustainable solutions continue to grow.   ·        Health and well-being for underserved populations: Opportunities to serve communities with health and well-being services.     4 - BRAZIL: HOW TO ENTER THIS GROWING COUNTRY: Since 2016, I've had the privilege of offering my freelance services to connect international companies with strategic partners here in Brazil.   In such a dynamic and diverse market like Brazil, finding the right partner can make all the difference for the success of your business.   - Find Potential Partners in Brazil (choose the best platform for you to understand the services):   A - UPWORK: https://lnkd.in/dNNzS268   B - FIVERR: https://lnkd.in/d3pccRQ3   Regards,   Luiz Teixeira Partnership Manager - Business Agent in Brazil +55 11 9.9939.9922 (Whatsapp) + 595 0982.693.100 fabricasbrasileiras@yahoo.com https://lnkd.in/dWm6Qqqt https://lnkd.in/dD9KEJtW https://lnkd.in/ex5zk5Bf

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_We shall emphasized that VC landscape in Brazil entered a period of consolidation in 2023. _LAVCA has released that investors deployed US$4 billion across 770 transactions in Latin America, with US$1,764 billion being directed at 325 Brazilian start-ups. #venturecapital #startups #mastropasqua

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I recently had the privilege of participating in a panel discussion at South Summit Brazil 2024 titled "Thriving Together: Open Innovation Unleashed." The conversation was nothing short of provocative, challenging conventional wisdom and shedding light on the crucial gap between theoretical knowledge and practical innovation.   We delved deep into the dynamics between academia and industry, exploring how the theoretical frameworks taught in universities often fail to apply in the real world.   While research shows the average success rate for startup pilots in corporations is only 30%, Innovate-Israel data shows that when corporations use the proper tools and methodology to collaborate, the success rate rises to 70%!   The panelists shared unique insights on how to bridge this gap and harness the power of open innovation to drive meaningful change. We dissected the challenges organizations face when attempting to translate theoretical concepts into actionable strategies, emphasizing the need for collaboration, and had a heated discussion on this matter.   Collaboration is the only way for organizations to remain relevant. Corporations cannot rely only on internal innovation, or they will disappear. Watch the video now to learn how to do it right and innovate in a rapidly changing world.   https://lnkd.in/dTG-aWDs   Sebastian W. Francisco de Azeredo María Benjumea José Renato Hopf Wagner Lopes Rodrigo Ewald Mendonça Uri Levine South Summit Liz Fleming Blanca Galietta Andrea Beleván Eduardo Lorea Josemaria Siota #openinnovation #collaboration #innovation #business #opportunities #newopportunities #expansion #globaltour #worldwidetour #keynotespeaker #innovationworkshop #innovationlecture #startupnation #bestpractices #corporateinnovation #speaker #lecture #workshop #workshops #futureofbusiness #southsummitbrazil2024 #brazil #panel #innovationinsights

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Why top global tech Investors are excited about Brazil 🌎 🇧🇷👇🏻 Brazil's tech ecosystem has transformed dramatically since 2015, evolving from a nascent market to a vibrant, thriving hub. Early pioneers like KASZEK, monashees, and Redpoint eventures (Anderson Thees and Manoel Lemos) set the stage, and today, the ecosystem is deeper with more early and later-stage capital providers like Valor Capital Group, Bicycle Capital, and Lightrock. Successful exits like the Pismo M&A have made Brazil more attractive for investment. The Nubank IPO, despite its rocky start, is now soaring. Founders like David Vélez and Sergio Furio are reinvesting in new startups, creating a powerful cycle of innovation and growth. These and other reasons why Brazil is grabbing attention according to Dave Nangle, managing partner VEF who joined me this week on The J Curve in the short snippet below ⬇️ To watch / listen to our full conversation with Dave head over to our channels on Spotify, Apple and Youtube 🔗🎙 #latinamerica #techecosystem #exits #venturecapital #entrepreneurship #vef #thejcurvepodcast

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Mactur provides data and analysis on the global economy's macroeconomics for the first quarter (Q1) of 2024. Consumer confidence, spending, and inflation have become significant concerns amid global economic uncertainty. https://lnkd.in/dQKRf3AR Brazil has seen a record high in consumer confidence this year, while the eurozone's GDP remains stagnant. Advanced economies have also seen a significant reduction in consumer inflation, reaching around 2-3%. Stay updated with the latest regional and global economic trends and risks with MCk's Global Economics Intelligence executive summary by Sven Smit and coauthors. Gain in-depth insights into the economies of the US, the EU, the UK, China, India, Brazil, and Russia. ______ Follow our thinking   At a glance:   At Mactur, we provide advisory services on corporate turnarounds (operationalising restructurings and enterprise-wide transformations).   At CORTMA, we apply an entrepreneurial ecosystem-based approach to facilitate the lower mid-market (MSME) business transfer.   Enjoy my insightful content curation, and thank you for letting me be a part of your reading world. ______ #Growth #Marketing #Technology #Ecosystems #Turnarounds #Management #Entrepreneurship #Economy #Strategy #Leadership #Directorship #Data #businessContinuity #CortmaTranferOfSMEs #SMEs #globaltrends #inflation #McKinsey

Tomorrow April 17th we will be hosting an investors roundtable together with VNTR Capital and PULSAR during Web Summit Rio! All investors (GPs, LPs, Angels, CVCs, and more) are invited to participate in this networking session to exchange ideas and insights on the industry. Registration and more info here 👇 #websummitrio #rio #venturecapital #vc #latam

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In private conversations with investors, I've been defending for a while that Brazil was uniquely poised to receive increasingly more foreign investments due to its relative advantages compared to other developing economies. Namely, the absence of regional conflicts, abundance of natural resources, large population, diversified economy and growth prospects. The recent publication by Kearney of the 2024 Kearney FDI Confidence Index proves my point by showing Brazil at the 19th position in terms of attractiveness for foreign investments, after being left out of the top 25 list last year. There is still a lot to be done in the country for it to achieve its full potential and we, at Equus Capital, are doing our part by investing in critical sectors of the economy such as renewable energy generation, AI & IoT companies and regenerative agriculture combined with carbon credits. #developingmarkets #Brazil https://lnkd.in/dSkaKnM7

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