Venture Capital

What Venture Capital does

VC Group / Venture Capital Chile SpA is a Santiago-based angel investment network and financial advisory firm that intermediates between early-stage technology startups and a curated network of more than 100 active angel investors and venture capital funds across Latin America. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Las Condes with additional offices in Valdivia and Antofagasta/La Serena, the firm provides integrated services spanning capital round preparation, company valuation (DCF, comparables, risk scorecard, Berkus method), venture debt structuring, M&A advisory, and angel investor certification programs. Investment tickets range from US$100K to US$5M per startup, deployed via equity or venture debt, with the firm charging a 5% commission on all capital raised through its platform or network, payable jointly by the startup and the investor. The firm is also the official Chile chapter of the Founder Institute, the world's largest pre-seed accelerator, and maintains a strategic association with ARIA (Asociación de Robótica e Inteligencia Artificial), giving it top-of-funnel access to pre-seed and AI/robotics founders respectively.

The company operates as a founder-led boutique advisory firm rather than a technology platform. Its service surface includes a free online Startup Valuator (Valorizador de Empresas) functioning as a lead-generation tool, a login-restricted Investor CRM used internally for dealflow management, an active content marketing program (48+ blog articles and a newsletter), and a 14-week pre-seed acceleration curriculum delivered through the Founder Institute partnership. There is no proprietary AI/ML capability, no disclosed technology platform, and no institutional fund vehicle — revenue is generated entirely through transaction commissions, professional advisory fees, and certification program tuition. The leadership team of four directors (Javier Hasbun, Cristobal Henriquez, Robinson Soto, Alois Bencina) is described as serial entrepreneurs with 10+ successful exits, and the firm has certified 100+ angels across Latin America with a reported 89% average satisfaction rate.

Name

Venture Capital

Legal name

VC Group / Venture Capital Chile SpA

Website

https://venturecapital.cl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Venture Capital Chile (VC Group) is a Santiago-based angel investment network and financial advisory firm that intermediates capital between early-stage Latin American startups (US$100K–US$5M tickets) and its network of 100+ angels and VC funds, also offering valuation, venture debt, M&A advisory, and angel certification programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Venture Capital Advisory

NAICS

Portfolio Management and Investment Advice (523940), Other Investment Pools and Funds (5259), Miscellaneous Financial Investment Activities (523999)

SIC

Investment Advice (6282), Security Brokers, Dealers & Flotation Companies (6211)

akta.pro primary industry

Micro-VC & Angel Funds (FSANAAAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Early-Stage Venture Capital (Series A/B) (FSANAAAB), Venture Capital Fundraising Placement (FSAEALAC)

Keywords

• Venture capital advisory
• Angel investment network
• Startup capital raising
• Financial advisory services
• Investor certification programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Las Condes

HQ country

Chile

HQ region

Latin America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Capital Raising Commission: VC Group charges a 5% commission on the total capital raised amount for any transaction originated, facilitated, or intermediated through the platform, its investor network, or advisory services. Both the startup receiving capital and the investor or fund making the investment are jointly responsible for payment. This applies to equity, convertible debt, venture debt, SAFE, convertible notes, or any other financial instrument.
2. Financial Advisory Services: Fees from structuring and advisory services including capital round preparation, company valuation, venture debt structuring, and M&A advisory. These are bundled professional services targeting early-stage startups and angel investors in Chile and Latin America.
3. Angel Investor Certification & Training Programs: Revenue from specialized certification programs for angel investors and entrepreneurs across Latin America. Programs include international best practices, concrete methodologies, and high-level networking. Over 100 angels certified with 89% average satisfaction rate.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

VC Group / Venture Capital Chile operates an angel investment network and financial advisory firm that intermediates Pre-seed to Series A equity and venture debt rounds between early-stage tech startups and a curated Latin American investor base of 100+ active angels and VC funds. The firm bundles transaction intermediation, capital round preparation, company valuation, M&A advisory, and structured angel investor certification programs, with investment tickets ranging from US$100K to US$5M.

Product overview

VC Group / Venture Capital Chile operates as an integrated angel investment network and financial advisory platform. The core offering combines investment dealflow facilitation through its +100 active investor network with comprehensive financial services including capital round preparation, company valuation, venture debt, and M&A advisory. The platform also provides educational programs through its Angel Investor Certification and strategic partnership with Founder Institute Chile. Self-service tools include a Startup Valuator (Valorizador) for valuation estimation and an Investor CRM for dealflow management. The company focuses on high-impact tech startups in Chile and Latin America with investment tickets ranging from $100K to $5M.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Levantamiento de Capital (Equity) Capital raising intermediation service that connects early-stage tech startups in Chile and Latin America with the firm's network of more than 100 active angel investors and VC funds, applying a 5% commission on capital raised. Includes access to the investor network, term sheet negotiation strategy, and accompaniment through closing, with tickets ranging from US$100K to US$5M under equity or venture debt modalities.
• Preparación de Rondas de Capital (Capital Round Preparation) Analysis, structuring, and validation of business models for early-stage startups preparing to raise capital. Includes financial model validation, pitch deck design and refinement, and due diligence simulation aimed at attracting first-tier angel and VC investors.
• Valorización de Empresas (Company Valuation) Independent company valuation service applying discounted cash flow (DCF), multiples of comparable transactions, and risk scorecard methodologies to establish fair and defensible negotiating positions for founders and investors.
• Venture Debt (Deuda de Riesgo) Structuring of non-dilutive venture debt financing alternatives for validated companies seeking to accelerate growth or extend runway without equity dilution, with flexible repayment structures.
• Fusiones y Adquisiciones (M&A Advisory) Strategic advisory for buyers, sellers, or merging companies, including exit strategy design, identification of synergies, and structured negotiation to maximize shareholder value and ensure smooth corporate transitions.
• Certificación de Inversor Ángel (Angel Investor Certification Program) Specialized certification and training program for angel investors and entrepreneurs across Latin America, combining international best practices, concrete methodologies, and high-level networking. Delivered in both in-person (Santiago, Lima) and online LatAm cohort formats, with 100+ angels certified and an 89% average satisfaction rate.
• Valorizador de Empresas (Startup Valuator) Free online tool providing quick startup valuation estimates using DCF, multiples of ARR by stage, a 12-factor risk scorecard, and the Berkus method for pre-revenue companies. The estimator is publicly accessible, while the full valuation analysis is reserved for VC Chile clients.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over US$1.75B in capital raised by Founder Institute graduates globally
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• Founder Institute (Chapter Chile)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVC Group is the official local representative of the Founder Institute in Chile, collaborating actively in the acceleration, mentorship, and support of early-stage startups, connecting them with the largest global network of investors and advisors. The Founder Institute is the world's largest pre-seed accelerator with presence in 200+ cities, 7,000+ graduated startups, US$1.75B+ capital raised, and 25,000+ global mentors.
• ARIA (Asociación de Robótica e Inteligencia Artificial)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerVC Group is associated with ARIA, which identifies real opportunities and challenges where AI can generate impact. This partnership positions VC Group as an intermediary of capital connecting ARIA-identified innovative founders with the company's network of 100+ active investors, providing the structure and experience needed to scale startups with ethical purpose from Latin America.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Magma Partners: Chile-based early-stage venture capital firm investing across Latin America with a similar pre-seed to Series A focus and pan-LatAm investor network. Directly comparable as a domestic Chilean peer operating in the same ecosystem and stage.
• Mountain Nazca: Mexico/LatAm-focused early-stage venture capital firm investing in technology startups. Directly comparable in mandate, stage, and pan-LatAm orientation.
• Cometa: Mexico-based early-stage VC investing in pre-seed and seed technology startups across Latin America. Comparable in stage focus, regional ambition, and emphasis on supporting founders from inception.
• Angel Ventures Mexico: Early-stage venture capital and angel network in Mexico with a syndicate of high-net-worth investors. Highly comparable as an angel-led, network-driven early-stage investor operating in LatAm.
• Manutara Ventures: Chilean early-stage VC fund focused on seed and pre-seed startups with founder-friendly terms. Highly comparable as a Chilean micro-VC operating in the same stage and geography.

Broad incumbents

• ALLVP: Mexico-based venture capital firm investing in early and growth-stage technology companies across Latin America. Comparable as a larger, more established LatAm VC with similar sector and stage focus.
• Kaszek Ventures: One of the largest LatAm-focused venture capital firms, investing from seed to growth across the region. Comparable as a regional incumbent with broader AUM and stage coverage; competes for the same downstream deals.
• Wayra (Telefónica): Telefónica's global corporate venture and accelerator arm with active presence across Latin America including Chile. Comparable as a corporate-backed early-stage platform that competes for the same founder pipeline.

Emerging players

• Socialatom Group: Early-stage venture and accelerator focused on Latin American founders, with both capital and educational programming. Comparable as an emerging network-driven player targeting the same founder and angel investor segments.
• NXTP Labs: LatAm-focused early-stage fund and accelerator program supporting technology founders. Comparable as an early-stage, network-driven investor and accelerator with regional reach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments2 records

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