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Investor in Residence
2015
Wayra is Telefónicas Corporate Venture Capital and Open Innovation platform.
We invest in startups with the potential to offer innovative solutions to Telefónica and third parties, to support taking their Open Innovation initiatives to the next level.
With a global presence, we have seven hubs in Europe (Spain -Madrid and Barcelona-, United Kingdom and Germany) and Latin America (Brazil, Argentina and Colombia), and teams operating in nine countries. Through our funds, we are also present in Silicon Valley and Israel.
Since launching 15 years ago, Wayra has invested €233M in +1,100 startups and currently has +530 startups in the portfolio, of which +190 work with Telefónica.
We also have a network of more than 140 partners and customers, and two innovation platforms (Alaian and Open Future) open to third parties.
Board Member
2011
C100 is an unparalleled global network of founders, operators, and investors dedicated to supporting Canada’s highest-potential entrepreneurial tech leaders and companies.
Established in 2009, C100s mission is to help Canadian-based tech entrepreneurs build and scale impactful global businesses by connecting them with the expertise, networks, and resources of its Silicon Valley and globally based veteran membership.
C100 offers programs for early—and growth-stage founders and leadership. These programs provide access to a global network of seasoned builders and operators, offering insights on scaling, risk management, and accelerated execution. This unique member approach ensures that Canadian tech entrepreneurs, regardless of stage, have the resources and guidance to grow and thrive globally.
C100s membership includes more than 400 Canadian CEOs, executives, and founders from the worlds technology companies, whose companies represent tens of trillions in market cap. Founders in our membership have built companies collectively valued at over $100 billion, and our GP-level investor members represent leading investment firms with a combined AUM of $80 billion.
Companies that have completed C100 programs outperform typical venture-backed success rates by nearly 10x and have collectively raised over $13.2B in venture funding, created more than 23,000 jobs, and reached cumulative valuations exceeding $26.6B.
To learn more, visit theC100.org.
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2019
Innovation Advisor (Interim)
Jun 2019
London & Partners is the growth agency for London. Our mission is to create economic growth that is resilient, sustainable and inclusive.
Our mission focuses on:
1. High-growth sectors: supporting international and domestic businesses in high-growth sectors to scale through our investment, trade, growth and innovation programmes.
2. Small businesses: providing expert support and resources to Londons small and micro businesses to help them thrive.
3. Visitor economy: attracting visitors and events, and developing London as a world-class destination.
4. London brand: growing London’s global reputation to support economic growth.
5. Partnership and ventures: creating partnerships and profit-making ventures to reinvest into our economic growth activity.
Follow this channel for:
• Announcements about the latest London innovations, business launches and expansions
• London & Partners news and free business events
• London and UK reports & rankings
For business events, follow our sister page: https://bit.ly/2RrzsvT
www.londonandpartners.com | www.business.london
2015
Vice President, UK
Aug 2015
IAN Group is the country’s single largest platform for seed and early-stage investment platform with IAN Angel Network, BioAngels and IAN Fund I and IAN Alpha Fund enabling entrepreneurs to raise from Rs. 50 lakhs to Rs. 50 crores. The platform brings money, mentoring from successful entrepreneurs and global market access. The platform is sector-agnostic and has funded innovative startups across 19 sectors in India and 7 other countries, thereby growing the global footprint of companies. IAN has been listed by Forbes as one of iconic business and economic events of Independent India, over 75 years along with LIC, NASSCOM, RBI, Naukri.com amongst others.
SEBI Reg: IAN Capital (IN/AIF1/20-21/0862) · IAN Fund I (IN/AIF1/16-17/0220) · IAN Alpha Trust (IN/AIF2/22-23/1127)
Investor in Residence
2015
Wayra is Telefónicas Corporate Venture Capital and Open Innovation platform.
We invest in startups with the potential to offer innovative solutions to Telefónica and third parties, to support taking their Open Innovation initiatives to the next level.
With a global presence, we have seven hubs in Europe (Spain -Madrid and Barcelona-, United Kingdom and Germany) and Latin America (Brazil, Argentina and Colombia), and teams operating in nine countries. Through our funds, we are also present in Silicon Valley and Israel.
Since launching 15 years ago, Wayra has invested €233M in +1,100 startups and currently has +530 startups in the portfolio, of which +190 work with Telefónica.
We also have a network of more than 140 partners and customers, and two innovation platforms (Alaian and Open Future) open to third parties.
2011
Board Member
2011
C100 is an unparalleled global network of founders, operators, and investors dedicated to supporting Canada’s highest-potential entrepreneurial tech leaders and companies.
Established in 2009, C100s mission is to help Canadian-based tech entrepreneurs build and scale impactful global businesses by connecting them with the expertise, networks, and resources of its Silicon Valley and globally based veteran membership.
C100 offers programs for early—and growth-stage founders and leadership. These programs provide access to a global network of seasoned builders and operators, offering insights on scaling, risk management, and accelerated execution. This unique member approach ensures that Canadian tech entrepreneurs, regardless of stage, have the resources and guidance to grow and thrive globally.
C100s membership includes more than 400 Canadian CEOs, executives, and founders from the worlds technology companies, whose companies represent tens of trillions in market cap. Founders in our membership have built companies collectively valued at over $100 billion, and our GP-level investor members represent leading investment firms with a combined AUM of $80 billion.
Companies that have completed C100 programs outperform typical venture-backed success rates by nearly 10x and have collectively raised over $13.2B in venture funding, created more than 23,000 jobs, and reached cumulative valuations exceeding $26.6B.
To learn more, visit theC100.org.
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