Bridging European innovation with Latin American market opportunities through strategic capital and operational expertise.
Despite the opportunity, many European pre-seed/seed companies struggle to enter LATAM efficiently.
4 Key friction points we observe:
Underestimating cultural, operational and regulatory complexity despite language affinities (Iberian founders).
Hiring seasoned leaders locally in LATAM can cost as much or more than in Europe.
Foreign-founded startups may face local hiring quotas, public funding conditions, and slow approvals.
Market entry often delayed or mis-executed due to weak local execution.
Latin America presents a large, under-served, high-growth market for tech startups. The convergence of European expansion appetite, LATAM's startup momentum, and the critical need for local expertise creates an unprecedented opportunity for founders who can navigate these markets effectively.
63% of Spanish companies say they will increase investment in LATAM in 2025 — demonstrating strong European commitment to the region.
Source: IE University / Auxadi, 2025
Nearly 500 startups in Latin America raised their first VC round in the past 18 months — emphasising the region's early-stage momentum and growing investor confidence.
Source: LAVCA 2025
European founders are looking at Latin America as a high-potential market, but frequently cite local execution, regulation, hiring and payment-rail issues as major barriers — highlighting the exact gap EULA VC fills.
Source: Sifted, Jan 2024
European founders possess strong product foundations and technical capabilities, but LATAM's unique regulatory landscape, cultural nuances, payment infrastructure, and talent market require specialized local expertise. With hundreds of millions of underserved customers and a rapidly maturing startup ecosystem, the region offers massive scale potential — but only for those who can execute locally with precision and cultural intelligence.
At EULA VC, we pair capital with hands‑on, senior operational and financial leadership rooted in decades of banking and management excellence across Latin America. With over 45 years of combined executive experience across Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Chile, and Colombia, our team brings more than funding — we bring execution.
Following a successful Pitch Us submission and diagnostic assessment, each selected startup is strategically aligned with our network of seasoned CEOs, local business managers, and sector leaders. From Fintech and PropTech to AgriTech, Energy, and Healthcare, successful founders gain direct access to on‑the‑ground executives who act as trusted external counsel, helping navigate regional dynamics and accelerate expansion.
Establish local compliance frameworks and navigate the intricate regulatory landscape across LATAM markets.
Tailor pricing strategies and FX optimization for each market to maximize profitability and growth potential.
Develop robust local leadership teams and organizational structures tailored to regional market dynamics.
Leverage deep relationships with LATAM corporates, financial institutions, and regulators for rapid market penetration.
We invest, we embed, and we execute alongside you — transforming European innovation into Latin American scale.
European pre‑seed & seed tech companies with product‑market fit and explicit intent to scale into LATAM.
€50k–€300k for initial seed, with optional follow‑on support for standout winners.
Founder commitment to LATAM expansion, scalable growth potential, amenable to operational oversight.
Our Philosophy: We believe in tailored partnerships that match founder needs with appropriate capital and support intensity. Our three‑tier structure allows us to work with:
Pre‑Seed / Idea‑Stage
Seed / Early‑Stage
Growth / Scale‑Stage
European startups often bring strong product/technology foundations but lack local LATAM market execution muscle — our expertise bridges that gap.
LATAM's high growth potential, large size (e.g., Colombia's market comparable to Spain) and rising tech innovation create favourable conditions. Source
The hands‑on model of "capital + strategic partner + operational execution" reduces risk, speeds up time to market, and enhances exit potential.
If you're a European founder with product‑market fit and ambitions to expand into Latin America, we'd love to discuss how our expertise can accelerate your growth.