With up toR$ 7 million availableand contributions that can reachR$ 3 million per startup, a Start GrowthExtended the registration period for their early-stage fintech selection, which has already validated their products in the market. The new registration deadline is February 17th. From August 2024 to January 2025, they have already been made availableR$ 40 million, in various phases. Registrations must be made atsite company official.
A Venture Capital, which combines expertise, capital and experience to boost visionary entrepreneurs, aims to identify fintechs that solve real problems in the Brazilian financial market, promoting efficiency and innovation in sectors with large gaps.
SecondMarilucia Silva Pertile, startup mentor and co-founder of Start Growth, the plan is to find companies with SaaS, B2B, and B2C models that show potential for traction and expansion. "We decided to extend the registration period to give fintechs one more chance to register and showcase their potential," he explains.
The selection process will consist of three stages: official registration, which must be done through the form on the Start Growth website; presentation of the selected startups; and a detailed analysis of the business plan.
According to Marilucia, fintechs must present a fully committed team that demonstrates solutions to relevant problems in the financial market. Additionally, startups with the potential to impact markets that move more than R$ 1 billion in Brazil will be prioritized. An important point is that our search is for extraordinary entrepreneurs who not only understand the market but are also capable of innovating with agility and assertiveness, qualities that the market increasingly needs, says the co-founder of Start Growth.
Operational support in addition to financial contribution
In addition to financial support, the selected startups receive hands-on operational assistance to accelerate their sales engines and improve their business models. A Start Growth visa to enhance the results of the selected fintechs, contributing to their expansion and consolidation in the market."Our role is to drive and help accelerate the sales machine, assisting startup entrepreneurs in reaching their next level," concludes Marilucia.In addition to fintechs, the accelerator also supports early-stage startups with validated products and HR techs.
For more information about the requirements and selection process, visitwww.startgrowth.com.br
