Unlock Latin American Capital: Your Roadmap to Fundraising in Brazil

Get the insider tips and tricks to score funding in Brazil and kickstart your Latin American venture like a pro.

Are you a founder looking to scale your startup and tap into the vibrant Latin American investment landscape? Join Marcelo Carrullo, a leading expert from Drummond Advisors, for an insightful session that will demystify the journey of raising venture capital in Brazil.

Brazil is more than just a market; it's a powerhouse of capital, scale, and the definitive gateway to Latin America. With 25,000 startups projected by 2025 and over R$340 billion invested between 2013-2025, the Brazilian ecosystem is a critical hub for unicorns and high-growth ventures. However, securing investment requires a strategic approach, local credibility, and a deep understanding of investor expectations.

This presentation will equip you with the essential knowledge and actionable steps to successfully navigate the Brazilian investment landscape. You will learn:

•⁠ ⁠Why Brazil is Your Strategic Launchpad : Discover why Brazil, with its robust support ecosystem and powerful corporate networks, offers unparalleled advantages for market entry and scaling across LATAM.

•⁠ ⁠Key Sectors Attracting Investment : Identify the most attractive sectors for Portuguese and international startups, including Applied AI & B2B SaaS, Fintech & Cybersecurity, Healthtech & Life Sciences, and Agtech & Climate Tech.

•⁠ ⁠What Brazilian Investors Seek (and Avoid) : Understand the pragmatic mindset of Brazilian investors, focusing on traction, real problem-solving, local partnerships, and a clear path to scalable unit economics. Learn to avoid common pitfalls that can derail your pitch.

•⁠ ⁠A Step-by-Step Fundraising Playbook : Get a practical roadmap covering everything from defining your

Brazil thesis, mapping investors, preparing local pitch decks, validating legal structures, securing warm introductions, and executing roadshows.

•⁠ ⁠The Portugal → Brazil → USA Global Scale Route : Explore a unique internationalization strategy that leverages Portugal for innovation, Brazil for scale, and the USA for global liquidity.

This event is more than just a discussion on fundraising; it's a strategic guide to building relationships, understanding market complexities, and positioning your startup for exponential growth in Latin America. Brazil is not just a stopover; it's a springboard to global success.

Presented by: Marcelo Carrullo (https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcelo-carrullo/), Drummond Advisors (https://luma.com/user/usr-3BeBcVIyikaDHYH)

Event Date: July 2nd, 2026, 6PM - 8 PM

Location: Sitio Rossio