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South America is home to over 32,354,000 aspiring entrepreneurs. Join 10,000+ founders already on CoffeeSpace - including 112 from South America and start your founder journey today!

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Entrepreneurship in South America

The entrepreneurship environment in South America is vibrant and dynamic, marked by a rise in innovative startups, increased access to funding, and a thriving ecosystem that supports entrepreneurial endeavors. Countries such as Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and Colombia are leading the way with tech startups, offering innovative solutions in sectors like fintech, e-commerce, and health tech. Governments across the region are also increasingly implementing policies and creating programs to foster innovation and entrepreneurship, while various accelerators and incubators have emerged to facilitate the growth of startups. However, access to funding remains a challenge for many entrepreneurs in South America. While venture capital investments have been growing, they are still relatively low compared to North America and Europe. Despite this, several global venture capital firms have started to show interest in the region, indicating a positive trend. There's also a growing trend of successful entrepreneurs reinvesting their profits into the startup ecosystem, thereby creating a virtuous cycle of funding and growth. Overall, while challenges persist, the entrepreneurial landscape in South America is showing promising signs of progress and potential.

South America founders in numbers

South America is a thriving hub of entrepreneurship, boasting a total of 32,354,000 entrepreneurs across various industries. Among these, 112 active users are proudly part of the CoffeeSpace community. The top three sectors leading the entrepreneurship landscape in South America are Artificial Intelligence (AI), Software as a Service (SaaS), and Education. Companies like Poderopedia, Stone, and Globant are setting benchmarks in their respective fields, driven by innovative and dynamic entrepreneurs. These business leaders often hail from prestigious academic institutions such as USP - Universidade de São Paulo, Stanford University, and UADE, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to make a significant contribution to the region's entrepreneurial environment. Join us at CoffeeSpace and become part of this vibrant and growing ecosystem.

Age

The median age of CoffeeSpace founders in South America is 31, while the average is 32.06.

Type of founder

A majority (53%) of CoffeeSpace founders in South America are technical (Engineering, AI/ML), while (47%) are non-technical (Product, S/M, Financial, Operations).

Idea Stage

A majority (65%) of CoffeeSpace founders in South America, are exploring startup ideas, while 35% are committed to finding a cofounder.

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