Global Gate LATIN AMERICA TRACK
Elevate Your Business Growth in LATAM
Global Gate introduces an insightful initiative for companies seeking LATAM business opportunities. Join GG TALKS, a series of free online events with regional experts, and enroll in GG GROWTH PROGRAM for focused business expansion in the region. Unleash your potential in LATAM with Global Gate!
TALKS
GG TALKS IS A DYNAMIC PLATFORM THAT FACILITATES MEANINGFUL INTERACTIONS AMONG REPRESENTATIVES OF COMPANIES, CORPORATIONS, INVESTORS, AND START-UPS.
Through various formats such as panel discussions, Q&A sessions, podcasts, and one-to-one meetings, GG Talks creates a comfortable and productive environment for learning and networking.
By bringing communities together, GG Talks promotes communication and mutual growth, fostering a culture of collaboration and shared experiences.
PAST EVENTS
28 JULY
UNLOCKING INVESTMENT POTENTIAL: EXPLORING VENTURE CAPITAL AND FUNDS IN LATAM
→ Maria Alejandra Vasquez
→ Laura Querubín
→ Iris Parra
4 AUGUST
EXPLORING THE CORPORATE INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM IN LATAM
→ Luis Miguel Zapata
→ Fabricio Zabala
→ Marcos Spilberg Karpovas
10 AUGUST
VENTURE CAPITAL IN MEXICO: UNLOCKING OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES
→ Jorge de la Hoz
22 AUGUST
OPEN INNOVATION AND LOCAL CASES
→ Artem Taganov
→ Felipe Betancur
→ Alejandro Roldan
24 AUGUST
EXPLORING OPEN INNOVATION & CHILEAN OPPORTUNITIES
→ Gustavo Orjuela
→ Joaquin Costa
12 SEPTEMBER
WORKING WITH BRAZILIANS: SECRET TIPS
→ Rodrigo Machado M. Santos
→ Anna Bokhmat
→ Marina Chekmysheva
SPEAKERS
  • Luis Miguel Zapata
    Vice President, Digital Ecosystems, Bancolombia
    Engineer from EIA University, with a specialization in Economics from Los Andes University, and an MBA from Babson College in Boston, Massachusetts. For almost 15 years, he has been working at Bancolombia, holding different leadership positions such as Corporate Strategy Manager, Director of Strategic Alliances, and currently leading the Digital Ecosystems Vice Presidency. He faces great challenges such as the evolution of Bancolombia's value proposition based on Banking Ecosystem models as a platform (BaaP), Open Banking, and Banking as a Service (BaaS).
  • MARIA ALEJANDRA VASQUEZ
    Program manager Starta VC
    Alejandra has more than 6 years of experience in supporting and accompanying Colombian companies in their process of expansion and export of services to international markets. Additionally, she has worked with foreign companies in the search for opportunities in Colombia and other countries in LatAm, providing support in market consulting, incorporation and leveraging of new businesses in the region. He has experience in Fintech, software and IT services, BPO, Agrotech, telecommunications and retail industries.
  • Gustavo Orjuela
    Board Member Comunidad Alive
    More than 12 years of experience in entrepreneurship in various roles within the ecosystem. Starting from the government as a technical advisor in the Business Discovery Phase of Apps.co, an initiative by MinTIC, then in the private sector at Telefónica's Venture Capital Fund - Wayra, as the Head of Venture Partnerships for Mexico and Colombia. Currently, he/she leads the entrepreneurship network in Nariño under the Catinar initiative.

    As a professor at universities such as Colegio de Estudios Superiores en Administración (CESA), Universidad del Rosario, and Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, among others.
  • Felipe Betancur
    СЕО Magic Lab
    Master's degree in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Strategies and Business Innovation. With over 15 years of experience in corporate strategy, design and implementation of innovation management systems, as well as entrepreneurship models and programs, business development, and growth.
  • Artem Taganov
    CEO, Founder at HintEd
  • Laura Querubín
    Investor Relations Consultant Parquetec
    Laura Querubín is a professional with extensive experience in promoting Bogotá and Colombia internationally. She works at Invest in Bogotá, driving foreign startups' soft landing and promoting investment opportunities. She has exceptional skills in establishing partnerships and connections between governments. Previously, she worked at Innpulsa and the Mayor's Office of Bogotá. She studied at the University of Texas and holds a Master's in Public Administration from the London School of Economics.
  • Iris Parra
    Entrepreneurship and Alternative Investments Invest in Bogota
    Iris Parra is a founder and consultant with more than 10 years of experience in fundraising, entrepreneurship, and innovation, specializing in tech-for-good startups and gender lens investing in Latin America, the U.S., Europe, and Southeast Asia.
  • Fabricio Zabala
    Head of portfolio, Wayra (Telefonica Colombia)
    Fabricio Zabala is an economist with a background in Private Equity and Venture Capital. He holds a master's degree in digital business administration. He is currently the Head of Portfolio at Wayra Hispam, where he works on accelerating the growth of digital businesses in Latin America through joint opportunities with Telefónica Movistar and its partners.
  • Alejandro Roldan
    Innovation Lead, Appwareness
    Psychologist – Master in Psychoanalytic research, with 11 years of experience in educational innovation. I have led impact projects in primary, secondary, and technical media, within the framework of the development of STEM skills. With experience leading work teams, from the innovation laboratory in Ruta N Corporation, with open innovation methodologies (Local government organization), for strengthening entrepreneurs in education, through agile methodologies, always focused on generating and capturing value.

    This is in addition to his experience in managing international alliances and resources for the implementation of good educational practices such as the Interchange project with Purdue University, USA
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GROWTH PROGRAM
GLOBAL GATE: CONNECTING COMPANIES WORLDWIDE TO LATIN AMERICAN MARKETS
GLOBAL GATE IS A COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM THAT AIMS TO ENABLE COMPANIES TO TAP INTO THE VIBRANT LATIN AMERICAN MARKET.

We bring together a team of seasoned business development experts with deep knowledge of the region, ensuring that your company receives the necessary support and guidance to thrive in this diverse and rapidly growing market.
70+
15
mastermind sessions
& legal assistance
participants
individual consultations
assistance from local sales consultants
ABOUT
months of working with a personal advisor
2
consultations with lawyers
40+
ROADMAP
SEPTEMBER
decEMBER
PROGRAM’S PRICE RISE
15 SEP, 2023
1 OCT, 2023
APPLICATION DEADLINE
10 OCT, 2023
SELECTION PROCESS
18 OCT, 2023
ASIA & LATAM TRACK STARTS
OCT — DEC
GROWTH PROGRAM
GROWTH TEAM
EXPERTS
  • Gustavo Orjuela
    TELECOMMUNICATIONS
    Board Member Comunidad Alive, More than 12 years of experience in entrepreneurship in various roles within the ecosystem. Starting from the government as a technical advisor in the Business Discovery Phase of Apps.co, an initiative by MinTIC, then in the private sector at Telefónica's Venture Capital Fund - Wayra, as the Head of Venture Partnerships for Mexico and Colombia. Currently, he/she leads the entrepreneurship network in Nariño under the Catinar initiative.

    As a professor at universities such as Colegio de Estudios Superiores en Administración (CESA), Universidad del Rosario, and Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, among others.
  • RON OLIVER
    ECOMMERCE, DIGITAL ASSETS, AI
    CEO Parquetec
    Ron is an entrepreneurial executive, investor, speaker and mentor. Has over 20 years of experience in startup growth in LATAM region. Helps startups grow with the help of digital tools, advanced artificial intelligence platforms and BlockChain.
  • MARIA ALEJANDRA VASQUEZ
    FINTECH, IT SERVICES, BPO, AGROTECH, TELECOMMUNICATIONS, RETAIL
    Program manager Starta VC. Alejandra has more than 6 years of experience in supporting and accompanying Colombian companies in their process of expansion and export of services to international markets. Additionally, she has worked with foreign companies in the search for opportunities in Colombia and other countries in LatAm, providing support in market consulting, incorporation and leveraging of new businesses in the region. He has experience in Fintech, software and IT services, BPO, Agrotech, telecommunications and retail industries.
  • JOEL KENNY
    INNOVATION, MARKETING
    Director JKRB. Joel Kenny is a results-driven professional with a strong background in business strategy, marketing, and growth. He is an expert in Open Innovation, assisting companies in entering new markets, finding clients, partners, and investors worldwide. With a deep understanding of Latin America's vibrant business landscape, Joel focuses on identifying the most promising opportunities for startups and corporations
  • Felipe Betancur
    INNOVATION
    СЕО Magic Lab. Master's degree in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Strategies and Business Innovation. With over 15 years of experience in corporate strategy, design and implementation of innovation management systems, as well as entrepreneurship models and programs, business development, and growth.
  • Eloisa Vela
    OPEN INNOVATION, CORPORATE INNOVATION, Digital Transformation
    Innovation Lead, Connect Bogota
  • Fabricio Zabala
    OPEN INNOVATION, CORPORATE INNOVATION, VC/Fund, TELECOM
    Head of portfolio, Wayra (Telefonica Colombia)
  • Alejandro Roldan
    OPEN AND CORPORATE INNOVATION, DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
    Innovation Lead, Appwareness
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