
DILA Capital
Description
DILA Capital is a prominent venture capital firm headquartered in Mexico City, Mexico, with a strategic focus on early-stage companies demonstrating high growth potential across Latin America and the US Hispanic market. Established in 2013, the firm has positioned itself as a key player in the region's burgeoning startup ecosystem, providing essential capital and strategic support to innovative entrepreneurs. DILA Capital primarily targets companies that are leveraging technology to disrupt traditional industries or forge entirely new markets, reflecting a forward-thinking investment philosophy aimed at fostering significant innovation and economic development within its target geographies.
The firm's investment strategy is concentrated on Seed and Series A funding rounds, where it typically deploys initial checks ranging from $500,000 to $5 million. This flexible approach allows DILA Capital to engage with promising startups at critical junctures in their development, providing the necessary capital to scale operations, expand market reach, and accelerate product development. Beyond initial investments, DILA Capital is also committed to providing follow-on funding to support the continued growth and success of its portfolio companies. The firm has successfully raised multiple funds, including its DILA Capital V fund, which closed at $100 million, underscoring its growing capacity and commitment to the region.
With a portfolio exceeding 100 investments, DILA Capital has built a diverse and impactful presence across various sectors, including Fintech, E-commerce, SaaS, Logistics, Proptech, Healthtech, and Edtech. The firm prides itself on offering more than just capital; it provides comprehensive support, including strategic guidance, access to an extensive network of industry experts and potential partners, and operational assistance. This hands-on approach aims to empower founders and enhance their likelihood of success, solidifying DILA Capital's reputation as a value-add investor dedicated to nurturing the next generation of leading technology companies in Latin America and beyond.
Investor Profile
DILA Capital has backed more than 37 startups, with 1 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 15 rounds, about 41% of its total and boasts 4 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series A, Seed, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in Mexico, United States, Ecuador.
- Strong thematic focus on FinTech, Financial Services, E-Commerce.
- Led 1 rounds in the past year.
- Typical check size: $500K – $5M.
Stage Focus
- Series A (38%)
- Seed (22%)
- Series B (19%)
- Series Unknown (16%)
- Convertible Note (5%)
Country Focus
- Mexico (54%)
- United States (14%)
- Ecuador (8%)
- Colombia (8%)
- Peru (5%)
- Spain (5%)
- Argentina (3%)
- Canada (3%)
Industry Focus
- Fintech
- Financial Services
- E-commerce
- Payments
- Software
- Edtech
- Apps
- E-learning
- Finance
- Internet
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