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		<title>Miami Immersion Program: Sixth Edition</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Mana Common]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Aug 2024 15:00:34 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Meet the ten startups joining Mana Tech’s next program cohort.</p>
<p>The post <a href="http://tech.manacommon.com/miami-immersion-program-sixth-edition/">Miami Immersion Program: Sixth Edition</a> appeared first on <a href="http://tech.manacommon.com">Mana Tech</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="https://tech.manacommon.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mana Tech</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is excited to introduce eleven exceptional international tech startups selected for the upcoming edition of </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mana Tech</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">’s </span><a href="https://immersion.manatech.com/?utm_source=Linkedin&amp;utm_medium=social+media&amp;utm_campaign=MP_Mana+Tech+Linkedin" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Miami Immersion Program</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">! After a thorough review of numerous applications, we’ve chosen these outstanding companies to embark on an inspiring journey ahead. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">At Mana Tech, we take immense pride in guiding these visionary entrepreneurs to achieve their dreams of expanding their startups into the U.S. market. Our program begins with three weeks of engaging online workshops, leading up to an exciting week-long experience in Miami. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Join us for the grand finale of this edition at </span><a href="https://lu.ma/jdh74d13" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Demo Day</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> on Friday, September 27th, at 6PM, where our startups will showcase their remarkable advancements and innovations.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">And now, let&#8217;s introduce the selected startups!</span></p>
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<h4><strong><a href="https://2blink.app/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2blink</a></strong></h4>
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<h4><strong><a href="https://artmonad.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Artmonad</a></strong></h4>
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<h4><strong><a href="https://bomengo.framer.website/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">BOMENGO</a></strong></h4>
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<h4><strong><a href="https://deliryum.ai" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Deliryum.AI</a></strong></h4>
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<h4><strong><a href="https://dtdental.co" target="_blank" rel="noopener">DT.Dental</a></strong></h4>
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<h4><strong><a href="http://www.eatcloud.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">EatCloud</a></strong></h4>
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<h4><strong><a href="http://www.grupohdi.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Grupo HDI</a></strong></h4>
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<h4><strong><a href="https://ianua.mx/500" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NOMADX</a></strong></h4>
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<h4><strong><a href="https://ostelflow.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ostelflow</a></strong></h4>
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<h4><strong><a href="https://tecro.dev/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tecro</a></strong></h4>
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<h4><strong><a href="https://www.viatik.com/uy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Viatik</a></strong></h4>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Stay connected with daily insights from the program by following us on </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/manatechmiami/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Instagram</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/manatech-miami/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">LinkedIn</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> for highlights of our entrepreneurs&#8217; journey!</span></p>
<p>The post <a href="http://tech.manacommon.com/miami-immersion-program-sixth-edition/">Miami Immersion Program: Sixth Edition</a> appeared first on <a href="http://tech.manacommon.com">Mana Tech</a>.</p>
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		<title>Founder Testimonials from Global Tech Entrepreneurs</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Mana Common]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jul 2024 15:48:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Listen to our <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/manatechies/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #5CA1F3">#ManaTechies</a> as they share their tech experiences.</p>
<p>The post <a href="http://tech.manacommon.com/founder-testimonials-from-global-tech-entrepreneurs/">Founder Testimonials from Global Tech Entrepreneurs</a> appeared first on <a href="http://tech.manacommon.com">Mana Tech</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="font-weight: 400;">Curious about Miami&#8217;s rise as an international tech hub? Hear it directly from entrepreneurs worldwide who have participated in <a href="https://tech.manacommon.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Mana Tech</span></a>’s Miami Immersion Programs. They&#8217;ve experienced Miami firsthand and are excited to share their stories. Here are some of the testimonials we&#8217;ve gathered over the years from different cohorts, offering valuable insights into their journeys.</p>
<p><a class="post-title-name " style="width: 100%;" href="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Sebastian.png" data-fancybox="gallery" data-caption="Nico Rojas"><img decoding="async" src="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Sebastian.png" alt="Nico Rojas - CEO and Founder of Dapta" /><span class="caption">Sebastian Hernandez pitching on Demo Day during the ProColombia Miami Immersion Program</span></a></p>
<h2 style="margin-bottom: 5px; padding-bottom: 0;"><b>Sebastian Hernandez</b></h2>
<h3 style="margin-top: 5px; padding-top: 0;"><b>Founder and CEO of Superfüds</b></h3>
<p><a href="https://tech.manacommon.com/gallery/procolombia-miami-immersion-program/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 400;">ProColombia Miami Immersion Program May 2024</span></a></p>
<p><a class="blog-main-cta" href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/C9M9Cnruwg1/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==">Watch Testimonial</a></p>
<p><a class="post-title-name " style="width: 100%;" href="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/imresizer-1721922523552.jpg" data-fancybox="gallery" data-caption="Nico Rojas"><img decoding="async" src="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/imresizer-1721922523552.jpg" alt="Nico Rojas - CEO and Founder of Dapta" /><span class="caption">Ana María Zúñiga</span></a></p>
<h2 style="margin-bottom: 5px;"><b>Ana María Zúñiga</b></h2>
<h3 style="margin-top: 0;"><b>Founder and CEO of Moda Lab</b></h3>
<p><a href="https://tech.manacommon.com/gallery/procolombia-miami-immersion-program/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 400;">ProColombia Miami Immersion Program May 2024</span></a></p>
<p><a class="blog-main-cta" href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/C9hzO0iOxkn/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==">Watch Testimonial</a></p>
<p><a class="post-title-name " style="width: 100%;" href="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/anibal.png" data-fancybox="gallery" data-caption="Nico Rojas"><img decoding="async" src="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/anibal.png" alt="Nico Rojas - CEO and Founder of Dapta" /><span class="caption">Aníbal Madrid during Demo Day at Microsoft AI Latino Immersion Program</span></a></p>
<h2 style="margin-bottom: 5px;"><b>Aníbal Madrid</b></h2>
<h3 style="margin-top: 0;"><b>Founder and CEO of SoyMomo</b></h3>
<p><a href="https://tech.manacommon.com/gallery/microsoft-ai-latino-immersion-program-2-0/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Microsoft AI Latino Immersion Program April, 2024</span></a></p>
<p><a class="blog-main-cta" href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/C8pe57iOTMM/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==">Watch Testimonial</a></p>
<p><a class="post-title-name " style="width: 100%;" href="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/TRV.png" data-fancybox="gallery" data-caption="Nico Rojas"><img decoding="async" src="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/TRV.png" alt="Nico Rojas - CEO and Founder of Dapta" /><span class="caption">Caetano Altafin</span></a></p>
<h2 style="margin-bottom: 5px;"><b>TRV Gutierrez</b></h2>
<h3 style="margin-top: 0;"><b>Co-Founder and CFO of Nideport</b></h3>
<p><a href="https://tech.manacommon.com/news/empowering-innovation-mana-tech-startup-showcase/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Miami Immersion Program April, 2024</span></a></p>
<p><a class="blog-main-cta" href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/C7SHUUyO_DC/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==">Watch Testimonial</a></p>
<p><a class="post-title-name " style="width: 100%;" href="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/caetano.jpeg" data-fancybox="gallery" data-caption="Nico Rojas"><img decoding="async" src="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/caetano.jpeg" alt="Nico Rojas - CEO and Founder of Dapta" /><span class="caption">Caetano Altafin</span></a></p>
<h2 style="margin-bottom: 5px;"><b>Caetano Altafin</b></h2>
<h3 style="margin-top: 0;"><b>Co-Founder and CEO of Woof</b></h3>
<p><a href="https://tech.manacommon.com/gallery/softex-ingenio-program/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ingenio &amp; Softex Miami Immersion Program 2024 March, 2024</span></a></p>
<p><a class="blog-main-cta" href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/C6t3DdYLhwH/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==">Watch Testimonial</a></p>
<p><a class="post-title-name " style="width: 100%;" href="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Erika.jpeg" data-fancybox="gallery" data-caption="Nico Rojas"><img decoding="async" src="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Erika.jpeg" alt="Nico Rojas - CEO and Founder of Dapta" /><span class="caption">Erika Quezada at a PAG Law networking event</span></a></p>
<h2 style="margin-bottom: 5px;"><b>Erika Quezada</b></h2>
<h3 style="margin-top: 0;"><b>Founder and CEO of Finvero</b></h3>
<p><a href="https://tech.manacommon.com/gallery/microsoft-ai-latino-immersion-program/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Microsoft AI Latino Immersion Program November, 2023</span></a></p>
<p><a class="blog-main-cta" href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/C4vllUBL8Ua/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==">Watch Testimonial</a></p>
<p><a class="post-title-name " style="width: 100%;" href="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/vicky.jpeg" data-fancybox="gallery" data-caption="Nico Rojas"><img decoding="async" src="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/vicky.jpeg" alt="Nico Rojas - CEO and Founder of Dapta" /><span class="caption">Victoria Costa Paz</span></a></p>
<h2 style="margin-bottom: 5px;"><b>Victoria Costa Paz</b></h2>
<h3 style="margin-top: 0;"><b>Co-Founder and CEO of Eywa</b></h3>
<p><a href="https://tech.manacommon.com/gallery/miami-immersion-program-november-2023/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Miami Immersion Program November, 2023</span></a></p>
<p><a class="blog-main-cta" href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/C2zmY_irxNs/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==">Watch Testimonial</a></p>
<p><a class="post-title " style="width: 100%;" href="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/nico.png" data-fancybox="gallery" data-caption="Nico Rojas"><img decoding="async" src="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/nico.png" alt="Nico Rojas - CEO and Founder of Dapta" /><span class="post-title">Nico Rojas</span></a></p>
<h2 style="margin-bottom: 5px;"><b>Nico Rojas</b></h2>
<h3 style="margin-top: 0;"><b>CEO and Founder of Dapta</b></h3>
<p><a href="https://tech.manacommon.com/gallery/demo-day-miami-immersion-week-aug-2023/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Miami Immersion Program August, 2023</span></a></p>
<p><a class="blog-main-cta" href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/C8pe57iOTMM/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==">Watch Testimonial</a></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Want to join these successful founders? Apply now for the next edition of the Miami Immersion Program. We can&#8217;t wait to hear your story and help you achieve your dreams!</span></p>
<p><a class="blog-main-cta" href="https://immersion.manatech.com">Apply Now</a></p>
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		<title>Startup Spotlight: Promtior</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Mana Common]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jul 2024 20:42:09 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Harnessing Generative AI from Uruguay to reach the rest of the world.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilianochinelli/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Emiliano Chinelli</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, a computer engineering graduate from La Universidad Católica de Uruguay, is the Co-Founder and CEO of </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/promtior-ai/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Promtior</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. With over 10 years of experience in the startup ecosystem, Emiliano has held significant roles such as the first Technology Director at </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/dlocal/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">dLocal</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and a key position at </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/trafilea/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Trafilea</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, one of the largest media marketing companies in the United States. Recently, he served as the CTO of </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/tiendamia/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Tiendamia</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, a cross-border e-commerce company operating in 17 countries. While in Tiendamia, Emiliano identified a gap in the organizational adoption of AI technologies, leading to the idea of Promtior with his business-savvy partner, </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/joaquinavalos/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Joaquin Avalos</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, now the CBO of the company. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Every new technology sparks a wave of innovation, and Promtior aims to capture this value. Read on to learn what the team is doing and how their story began</span></p>
<h3><b>Q: What was the initial idea that led to the creation of Promtior? What did that process look like?</b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A: Since I was a kid, I knew I was destined for a career in technology. After 15 years working for tech companies, mostly startups, I was tired of the routine. In 2021, even before the launch of ChatGPT, I began exploring Generative AI technologies, which reignited my passion and connected me back to my childhood dreams. At that time, I was leading a team of 90 tech professionals within a company of 400 workers, generating $100 million in revenue. We started to experience those growing pains, and like any other CTO, I was seeking new technologies to create an advantage. I searched for consultants to help us implement Generative AI at an organizational level but couldn’t find any. This realization presented a business opportunity, so I reached out to Joaco, and we decided to start a business together. When ChatGPT was released in November 2022, it confirmed our decision to focus entirely on Promtior. </span></p>
<h3><b>Q: Can you describe some of the biggest challenges you faced as the founder of Promtior?</b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A: The AI field currently feels like quicksand; the platforms are immature. Even major companies like Apple are taking risks by integrating AI into their devices. The biggest challenge is making wise decisions amidst such disruption. New technologies often seem like gold, but many turn out to be plastic. It’s crucial to stay focused on our strategy and keep the team committed to continuous improvement, learning, and development. </span></p>
<h3><b>Q: What sets Promtior apart from others in the market? What unique value proposition do you offer?</b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A: Like many other Generative AI companies, we don’t have a moat. However, our senior team of founders have extensive experience in building complex systems in large teams within challenging markets. This gives us an advantage when working with clients, as we understand their pains and fears regarding new technology implementation. This has become a big commercial differentiator, and we’ve already grown to 25 clients, adding two more each month. After a year of uncertainty, our deep knowledge of Generative AI and organizational adoption has set us apart. We aim to commercialize this service through a book we plan to publish annually, staying ahead of the curve and providing valuable insights to our clients. </span></p>
<h3><b>Q: What role do you see Promtior playing in the broader tech ecosystem over the next five years? </b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A: I believe we are still not at the ideal time globally to build tech products. Promtior is focused on Generative AI, so instead of creating products, we aim to continually reinvent our service. Whether we have a team of 1,000 or 50 in five years, the goal is to be the best option for businesses needing to reinvent themselves, providing clear and precise guidance. </span></p>
<h3><b>Q: What has been a personal mantra? </b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A: I’m a big fan of Robert Greene’s “The Laws of Human Nature,” especially the chapter on attitude. My mantra is that the only thing that is truly mine and unchangeable by others is my attitude. This philosophy is central to Promtior’s values, emphasizing the importance of a positive attitude.  </span></p>
<p class="lbx"><a href="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/56bda350-4c33-4c86-a209-37509d73b532-scaled-1.jpeg" data-fancybox="gallery" data-caption="Joaquin Avalos, Co-Founder and CBO at Promtior &amp; Emiliano Chinelli Co-Founder and CEO at Promtior" class="iblock   " style="width: 100%"><img decoding="async" src="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/56bda350-4c33-4c86-a209-37509d73b532-scaled-1.jpeg" alt="Joaquin Avalos, Co-Founder and CBO at Promtior &amp; Emiliano Chinelli Co-Founder and CEO at Promtior"><span class="caption">Joaquin Avalos, Co-Founder and CBO at Promtior &amp; Emiliano Chinelli Co-Founder and CEO at Promtior</span></a></p>
<h3><b>Q: Tell us about your journey with </b><a href="http://www.manatech.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b>Mana Tech</b></a><b>. What was your experience in the accelerator </b><a href="https://tech.manacommon.com/programs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b>program</b></a><b>? How do you feel about being part of Miami’s growing tech community?</b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A: Initially, Promtior focused on selling technology to the US. However, as we experienced significant growth in the Latin American market, we lost focus on the US. Thanks to </span><a href="https://tech.manacommon.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mana Tech</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and their program with </span><a href="https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Microsoft</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, they helped us shift back to prioritize entering the US market. Also, the </span><a href="https://tech.manacommon.com/gallery/microsoft-ai-latino-immersion-program-2-0/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Microsoft AI Latino Immersion Program</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and the Miami tech ecosystem accelerated our progress, helping us gain our first US leads.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Miami serves as a crucial gateway for Latin American companies to enter the US market. Sharing the similar time zones and cultural features makes it easier to operate. The growing Hispanic presence in Miami reinforces our strategy and provides a supportive community.   </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Want to have your startup story told? Join our next </span><a href="https://immersion.manatech.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Miami Immersion Program</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and let us spotlight your entrepreneurial journey!</span></p>
<p><a class="blog-main-cta" href="https://immersion.manatech.com">Apply Here</a></p>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jul 2024 20:13:33 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A mid-year review of Mana Tech’s impressive accomplishments to date.</p>
<p>The post <a href="http://tech.manacommon.com/miami-immersion-program-track-record/">Miami Immersion Program Track Record</a> appeared first on <a href="http://tech.manacommon.com">Mana Tech</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you haven’t heard by now, </span><a href="https://tech.manacommon.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mana Tech</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> has created the </span><a href="https://immersion.manatech.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Miami Immersion Program</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> for international tech entrepreneurs looking for resources to bring their startups to the US. The </span><a href="https://tech.manacommon.com/programs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">program</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is designed to facilitate their landing in one of the biggest and most competitive markets in the world, allowing them to scale up successfully. The program offers workshops, one-on-one mentoring, networking opportunities, and more to equip you with everything you need to know about the US market. You will participate in three weeks of online sessions, followed by one week of in-person activities in Miami, finalizing the program at Demo Day.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">We know that results matter, so we’ve gathered and highlighted key data from our many editions of the Miami Immersion Program over the years. These statistics demonstrate our commitment to supporting entrepreneurs and helping them achieve their goals in the US market.</span></p>
<p><a href="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Track_record__webblog.jpg" data-fancybox="gallery" data-caption="Nico Rojas" class="post-title-name " style="width: 100%"><img decoding="async" src="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Track_record__webblog.jpg" alt="Nico Rojas - CEO and Founder of Dapta"></a></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The journey doesn’t stop here. Once the program is over, founders remain members of our growing Mana Techie community. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Feel the excitement to elevate your startup to the next level? Learn more about the Miami Immersion Program and join our next cohort for an incredible journey toward success.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://immersion.manatech.com" class="blog-main-cta">Learn More</a></p>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2024 18:29:22 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Empowering children to learn about women in history through plush dolls. </p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mother, chef, student, entrepreneur, and now founder and CEO of </span><a href="https://wearelittlerebels.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Little Rebels</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/marjoriespitalnik/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Marjorie Spitalnik</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> was born in Brazil and has lived in Uruguay for over 30 years. Her entrepreneurial journey began when her young daughter asked her to turn a drawing into something real, which Marjorie transformed into a plush doll. This led to the creation of ‘Tedybujo’ (‘I’ll Draw You’). She posted the plush doll online, and it went viral, inadvertently starting her first business. In 2016, she was selected by President Obama to join the Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative, spending a month and a half in the U.S. being trained by high-level CEOs.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This experience was pivotal for Marjorie, solidifying her commitment to entrepreneurship. She pursued a master’s degree in entrepreneurship for youth and children and received a scholarship to study at Columbia University in 2018. Midway through her studies, she conceived the idea for Little Rebels. Continue reading to discover her </span><a href="https://wearelittlerebels.com/pages/about-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">story</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> creating and growing Little Rebels. </span></p>
<p><b>Q: What was the initial spark or idea that led to the creation of Little Rebels? What did that process look like?</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A: During ‘Tedybujo’, I realized the ‘one-drawing, one-plush’ model wasn’t scalable. I wanted to make a bigger impact&#8230; One day, while studying with my daughter, I noticed her books featured only men, no women. I searched online for ways to teach her about women in history but found limited resources. Knowing we learn best through play, I had an ‘aha’ moment: why not turn my plush dolls into famous women from history? This sparked the idea for Little Rebels.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The dolls were designed to look like relatable, cute Disney princesses, such as Elsa from ‘Frozen.’ The first sample I made was Frida Kahlo. Right before traveling to New York for my master’s at Columbia, a local Uruguayan newspaper featured me. I shared a picture of the Frida doll and, upon landing, found my phone exploded with messages, including one from the U.S. State Department asking if I had enough inventory for them to Tweet about it.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">I was initially confused because ‘Tedybujo’ did not have inventory, it was one drawing, one plush. However, the article that originally was about a failed attempt as an entrepreneur, turned out to be a story about how I was launching a new toy line inspired by women in history, media inquiries and order requests flooded in. I proposed shifting my Columbia dissertation focus to Little Rebels, and within three months, developed a business plan and partnered with the Malala Foundation. Despite my mentor dismissing the plan as unviable, I secretly advanced Little Rebels while presenting a decoy plan for &#8216;Tedybujo&#8217;.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In January 2019, I presented both plans but even then I didn’t receive my diploma, leading to a deep depression that drove me to set the project aside. Then, in August 2019, I saw an ad from Women in Toys calling for ideas to pitch to big toy companies. I applied, was selected, and traveled to Dallas to meet with companies like Walmart and Hasbro. The feedback was amazing, but they wanted more educational content. So, we developed an app for the dolls in three months and won an award for best toy. This recognition led to our kickstarter campaign in March 2020, during the pandemic. Despite challenges, I successfully launched Little Rebels around September 2020.</span></p>
<p><b>Q: Could you describe some of the biggest challenges you faced as the founder of Little Rebels?</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A: Starting Little Rebels has been a constant challenge, especially as a woman from Latin America entering the North American toy market, where I&#8217;m up against giants like Mattel. Plus, being a single mom and having to manage a business without a team, means I’ve had to wear all the hats.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">However, the biggest challenge I would say, is funding. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Everything I did since the beginning was 100 percent bootstrap.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Every time I pitch, the fact that I’m a solo founder becomes a huge con for everybody. This bothered me because Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg are solo founders and nobody ever questioned them. Why? Because they’re men. It bothers people to see that I am a woman launching a business by myself and I am crushing it. </span></p>
<p><b>Q: What sets Little Rebels apart from others in the toy market? What unique value proposition do you offer?</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A: We educate and empower the next generation of leaders—both girls and boys—by promoting equity. Unlike competitors like Barbie, who only dress as historical figures, our dolls resemble children, making them more relatable. They don’t have a specific body shape, ensuring that all children can connect with them. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Our dolls come with a comprehensive educational suite—videos, an app, eBooks, augmented reality, and trivia—allowing children the tools to learn and feel inspired. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">You can even scan the dolls’ faces to access an interactive menu, a feature no other toy offers. </span></p>
<p><a class="post-title-name " style="width: 100%;" href="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/edit-97866db2-2bad-4306-93b7-b72bb69295b2-001.jpg" data-fancybox="gallery" data-caption="Nico Rojas"><img decoding="async" src="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/edit-97866db2-2bad-4306-93b7-b72bb69295b2-001.jpg" alt="Nico Rojas - CEO and Founder of Dapta" /><span class="caption">Marjorie Spitlanik surrounded by Little Rebels</span></a><br />
<b>Q: What has been the most rewarding moment for you since starting Little Rebels?</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A: Winning the Tagie Award, the Emmys of the toy industry, was a big one. We also received a nomination alongside Baby Yoda for the industry’s ‘Oscars,’ a true wow moment. Being recognized as one of the 100 most influential people in the toy industry was also a significant honor.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">However, the most rewarding moments are personal. Parents have told me their children can’t sleep without my dolls or take them everywhere. One mother showed me a video of her daughter eagerly awaiting new doll releases to learn more. Another moment was when a friend’s daughter asked for another </span><a href="https://wearelittlerebels.com/products/marie-curie-interactive-plush" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Marie Curie</span></a> <span style="font-weight: 400;">doll to give her friend so she could learn her story. These moments show that children are genuinely interested in the women represented by Little Rebels and are excited to share their stories. </span></p>
<p><b>Q: What role do you see Little Rebels playing in the broader tech ecosystem in the next five years? </b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A: The main goal with Little Rebels is to have at least one doll from every country and from each professional background. The idea is to demonstrate that it doesn&#8217;t matter where you come from, how old you are and what your background is, you can do whatever you set your mind to.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">That said, in five years, I envision Little Rebels in every country, capturing the diversity of women worldwide. Additionally, we’re launching a TV show. Hopefully, by then, you’ll be decorating your entire room with Little Rebel</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">s,</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> celebrating your love for their adventures.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lastly, we plan to launch the Little Rebels Foundation to develop educational programs specifically for girls in various countries who lack access to education.</span></p>
<p><b>Q: Tell us about your journey with Mana Tech. What was your experience in the accelerator program? </b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A: </span><a href="https://tech.manacommon.com"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mana Tech</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> was an unexpected surprise. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Initially, I wasn’t sure if it was for me since I’m already in the U.S. and have been part of many accelerators. Since I’m always eager to learn, I decided to join. T</span><span style="font-weight: 400;">he experience exceeded my expectations—the learning, sharing, networking, and support were exceptional, not just during the week in Miami but throughout the entire program.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Through Mana Tech, I secured a deal to distribute Little Rebels worldwide and will be traveling </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">to Brazil to speak about my journey.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Additionally, another founder, </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/caetanoaltafin/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Caetano Altafin</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> from </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/mundo-woof/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Woof</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, chose to invest, providing both financial backing and invaluable knowledge. His support for my story and Little Rebels’ mission means the world to me. I’m extremely grateful for the mentors and the incredible opportunities I have experienced thanks to Mana Tech.</span></p>
<p><b>Q: As a Latina founder, what do you think about Miami becoming the next tech hub? How do you feel about being part of this ever growing tech community?</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A: I never viewed Miami as a tech hub, but more for tourism. However, when I was there, I was surprised by its collaborative entrepreneur scene, not limited to tech. The atmosphere is very Latin, unlike my earlier U.S. experiences where people often charged for introductions. In Miami, founders freely share advice and connections, creating a supporting community.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Want to have your startup story told? Join our next Miami Immersion Program and let us spotlight your entrepreneurial journey!</span></p>
<p><a class="blog-main-cta" href="https://immersion.manatech.com">Apply Here</a></p>
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		<title>Colombian Tech Innovators Take Over Miami</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Mana Common]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2024 15:23:33 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Discover the breakthroughs from the latest immersion program designed for ProColombia’s startups.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="https://tech.manacommon.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mana Tech</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> partnered with </span><a href="https://procolombia.co/en" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">ProColombia</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> to host a Miami Immersion Program tailored to Colombian tech entrepreneurs. From over 150 applications, ProColombia carefully selected the top 20 to participate in this bootcamp. The entrepreneurs began with online sessions to connect with key industry players and polish their pitch decks. Following these sessions, they traveled from cities like Bogota, Barranquilla and Medellin to Miami for their immersion week, which was packed with workshops, networking and various engaging activities.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">During the in-person week, we welcomed mentors including </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugeniamariadimarco/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Eugenia Di Marco</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/camilaipenailillob/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Camila Peñailillo</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronachavez/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Aaron Chavez</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and special guest </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mar%C3%ADa-camila-castellanos-985aa3289/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">María Camila Castellanos</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, Executive Director at ProColombia USA. They shared insights with the founders, emphasizing the significance of such programs in guiding Latin American entrepreneurs in their journey to establish a foothold in the US market.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Highlights encompassed a luncheon sponsored by </span><a href="https://pag.law" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">PAG Law</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, a wellness session with </span><a href="https://rachellynnyoga.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Uplift Experience</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, and a padle tennis tournament uniting founders, mentors, investors and partners.<br />
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Special congratulations to <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/keybe/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Keybe</a> for winning 1st place in Demo Day, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/hoytrabajas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">HoyTrabajas</a> for securing the People’s Choice Award.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mana Tech was profoundly impressed by Colombia’s wealth of talent and learned a lot from these incredible entrepreneurs about their endeavors to elevate their country and scale up their businesses into the US market.</span></p>
<p><strong>Below is a roster of all the startups that participated in this amazing cohort:<br />
</strong><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/aleriom/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Aleriom</span></a><br />
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/coally/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Coally</span></a><br />
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/comforce-contratos/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Comforce</span></a><br />
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/controlt/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">ControlT</span></a><br />
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/docokids/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Docokids</span></a><br />
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/dogma-biotech/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Dogma Biotech</span></a><br />
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/getestori/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Estori</span></a><br />
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/finkycol/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">FINKY</span></a><br />
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/homty/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Homty</span></a><br />
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/hoytrabajas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">HoyTrabajas</span></a><br />
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/keepupnews/?originalSubdomain=co" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">KEEP UP</span></a><br />
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/keybe/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Keybe</span></a><br />
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/kumulatam/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Kumu</span></a><br />
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/linnda/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Linnda</span></a><br />
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/lqnhipotecas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">LQN Hipotecas</span></a><br />
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/peaku/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">PeakU AI</span></a><br />
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/virtualimpact-digital/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Virtual Impact Digital</span></a><br />
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/wekallsas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">WeKall</span></a><br />
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/superfuds/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Superfüds</span></a></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Follow us on </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/manatechmiami/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Instagram</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/manatech-miami" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">LinkedIn</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> to stay updated on Mana Tech’s latest highlights and happenings!</span></p>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Mana Common]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 30 May 2024 14:34:07 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>The post <a href="http://tech.manacommon.com/essential-us-visa-options-every-international-startup-founder-must-know-2/">Essential US Visa Options Every International Startup Founder Must Know</a> appeared first on <a href="http://tech.manacommon.com">Mana Tech</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You don&#8217;t have to hold a US visa or Green Card to register or purchase a company in the United States. However, establishing a business in the US doesn&#8217;t authorize its individual owners to work in the US. Foreign citizens must obtain the appropriate visa to live and work in the US.</p>
<h2>What are the US visa options for international startup founders?</h2>
<p>Securing a work visa can seem daunting at first. We recommend consulting with our legal partners to help outline your goals and timeline. Below is a quick summary of some common visa options for startup founders.</p>
<h3>&#x200d;O-1A Visa for individuals with extraordinary ability</h3>
<p>For foreigners that have extraordinary abilities and/or special talents that can be demonstrated through accomplishments (e.g. foreigners that have created an app or software that received substantial media coverage). The O-1 visa grants individuals the ability to temporarily live and work in the US for three years.</p>
<h3>E-2 Investor Visa</h3>
<p>The E-2 visa allows nationals from <a href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/fees/treaty.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">certain treaty countries</a> to make an investment into a US business and thereby enter the US to work for that business. Foreign entrepreneurs must have at least $100,000 available to invest in their startup business in the US. If that investment qualifies the founder for an E-2, they are able to run the company and live in the US.</p>
<h3>&#x200d;H-1B Visa for tech workers</h3>
<p>This visa is for foreigners who will be considered employees at a company based in  the US. Applicants will need a sponsor from the United States; however, a foreign <span style="font-weight: 400;">co-founder of a US company can qualify as an employee under this H-1B visa if they meet the </span><a href="https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b>various requirements</b></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> including occupation type, salary, and others. </span><a href="https://onlinevisas.com/h1b-visa/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b>85,000</b></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> H-1B visas are issued annually. To address the demand, USCIS runs an annual “lottery” in which about 30% of applicants are randomly selected.<br />
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<h3><b>L-1 Intracompany Transferee</b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The L-1A visa is for managers and executives who are transferring to the US from a company abroad. The L-1A is great for founders who have already created a startup abroad, have been working for the startup for at least one year, and want to open a US office for the startup.  It’s also an option for companies that have employees overseas that need them in the US temporarily.</span></p>
<h3><b>International Entrepreneur Parole</b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Allows up to three foreign co-founders to enter the US to provide significant public benefit to the US through business growth and job creation. This means they don’t need an employer sponsor. To qualify for IEP for an initial 30-month period, founders must demonstrate the following:</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>1.</strong> The startup is a US corporation that is less than five years old.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>2.</strong> They have at least a 10% ownership stake in the startup, and the founder is central to and plays an active role in the startup.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>3.</strong> For the initial parole application, the startup must demonstrate having raised $250,000 in funding from &#8220;qualified investors&#8221; or $100,000 from qualified government grants or awards.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>4.</strong> When funding originates from investors, it must be shown that the investor has made a minimum investment of $600,000 over the previous five years. These investments must have either created at least five qualified jobs or generated a minimum of $500,000 in revenue, with an annualized growth of at least 20%.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>5.</strong> The startup’s qualifying US investors have made aggregate investments of no less than $633,952 in startup entities over five years. Additionally, at least two of these entities have each created five jobs or generated a minimum of $528,293 in revenue, with an annualized revenue growth of at least 20%.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Explore this detailed article by Sophie Alcorn, founder of Alcorn Immigration Law, on BeDeck, discussing, ‘</span><a href="https://www.beondeck.com/post/which-us-visa-is-best-for-international-startup-founders#:~:text=The%20L%2D1A%20visa%20is,U.S.%20office%20for%20the%20startup." target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b>Which US Visa Is Best For International Startup Founders</b></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">’?</span></p>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2024 19:23:13 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Cristián Ojeda, Founder of Simplex, shares his journey into the world of tech entrepreneurship. </p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Born in La Serena, Chile, </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cristian-ojeda-u/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Cristián Ojeda</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> has always been driven by curiosity, constantly deconstructing and reconstructing things to understand how they worked. Today, Cristián works alongside his brother, </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mario-ojeda-urrutia-24a59193/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Mario Ojeda</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, and together they build their tech empire. </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/simplex-company/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Simplex</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> provides much more than just an AI-tailored solution for your business; they infuse their work with care and dedication to provide genuine connections and become the ultimate partner you can count on.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The Simplex team participated in the inaugural edition of the </span><a href="https://tech.manacommon.com/news/microsoft-ai-latino-immersion-program-reaches-successful-ending/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Microsoft AI Latino Immersion Program</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and recently returned for the second edition to share valuable insights with entrepreneurs about their journey and progress since their initial visit to Miami.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Discover the tech-inspired story of this remarkable innovator and learn how he built his startup from the ground up, powered by values.</span></p>
<h3><b>Q: Can you tell me about your background? Where are you from? What was your academic journey like?</b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A: I was born and raised in Chile, where I pursued an academic career in industrial civil engineering. Following in my family&#8217;s footsteps, engineering felt like a natural fit… Throughout my academic journey, I maintained a great interest in technology, often exploring electronics and software development. During my college years, I started selling websites to businesses, gradually transitioning to software development to meet clients&#8217; needs… Learning the ins and outs of the technology firsthand, I sold software initially, later discovering the benefits of offering it as a service. This decision to rent rather than sell created longer-term client relationships and a deeper understanding of their needs. After graduating, instead of immediately diving into entrepreneurship, I opted to gain corporate experience, working in business intelligence roles at major retail companies in Chile. It was during this time that the idea for Simplex emerged. Seven years ago, I partnered with someone who shared my vision, and we launched the company.</span></p>
<h3><b>Q: What was the initial spark or idea that led to the creation of your startup? What did that process look like?</b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A: The initial spark for Simplex came from two key principles: Firstly, the desire to build a business based on intangibles, avoiding the complexities of raw materials and logistics. Secondly, the pursuit of passive income, driven by a recognition of the high barriers to entry in specialized industries like software development.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Identifying a significant knowledge gap in the industry, I set out to simplify the software development process. This led to the creation of Codelex (by Simplex), a low-code technology solution that streamlines development by offering a more intuitive interface. With Codelex, we aimed to democratize software development, enabling faster production with fewer skilled resources. By leveraging Codelex, we&#8217;ve been able to rapidly produce software solutions. This approach has proven competitive in terms of time to market, allowing us to allocate resources efficiently and drive innovation within Simplex.</span></p>
<h3><b>Q: Could you describe some of the biggest challenges you faced as a founder of Simplex?</b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A: The journey of building the company was filled with challenges beyond just developing a business model. Working with people meant shaping an organizational culture, a constant challenge, as startups must innovate continuously. Innovation demands flexibility, as what worked a year ago might be obsolete today… Also, leading a diverse team is complex. Individuals have different interpretations, paces, and knowledge levels. So, keeping everyone aligned is key, and declaring values guides decision-making amid constant change.</span></p>
<h3><b>Q: Why did you decide to expand your business into the US? Why not stay in Chile? </b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A: The decision to expand to the US was driven by the limitations of the Chilean market, which is demanding but offers less depth compared to larger markets like the US. In Chile, businesses often need to diversify or rely heavily on a few large companies. On the other hand, the US market provides opportunities for specialization and deeper industry engagement… While other Latin American markets have potential, they may lack necessary formalities or present cultural challenges. Targeting a first-world market like the US or Europe offers attractive opportunities for growth and expansion.</span></p>
<h3><b>Q: What sets Simplex apart from others in the space? What unique value proposition do you offer?</b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A: Our unique value proposition lies in our focus on rapid time-to-market. Unlike traditional software companies that prolong the process to maximize rental revenue, we prioritize swiftly solving customer problems. By minimizing deployment time and effort, we quickly deliver value, ensuring a seamless transition for the customer. We absorb cybersecurity costs, offering hassle-free infrastructure tailored to their needs without additional user-based fees. This approach makes us the fastest in our category, prioritizing customer success and efficiency.</span></p>
<h3><b>Q: What has been the most rewarding moment for you since starting Simplex?</b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A: One of the most rewarding moments as an entrepreneur was reaching our first million in sales, signifying our ability to deliver value and better service to our customers. Another significant moment has been realizing that our company&#8217;s value extends beyond serving customers to making a positive impact in our ecosystem through social initiatives. Being part of projects that benefit people without a direct economic interest has been immensely gratifying. Another grand milestone for us would be partnering with major global companies such as Ikea, allowing us to set the pace in our industry and validate our path and commitment to generative solutions.</span></p>
<h3><b>Q: What role do you see Simplex playing in the broader tech ecosystem in the next five years? </b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A: In the next five years, we aim to implement cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence and generative solutions in specific segments such as retail and banking. We anticipate making significant impacts in Latin America and expanding into first-world markets, particularly in the US. Our focus is on collaborating with market leaders to innovate and address key challenges, with a priority on providing solutions for larger enterprises.</span></p>
<p><a class="post-title-name " style="width: 100%;" href="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/PHOTO-2024-05-07-14-14-03.jpg" data-fancybox="gallery" data-caption="Mario and Cristián Ojeda with their company mantra"><img decoding="async" src="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/PHOTO-2024-05-07-14-14-03.jpg" alt="Mario and Cristián Ojeda with their company mantra - CEO and Founder of Dapta" /><span class="caption">Mario and Cristián Ojeda with their company mantra</span></a></p>
<h3><b>Q: Can you share a personal mantra or philosophy that guides your approach to leadership and decision-making within your company?</b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A: Absolutely! This year we solidified our belief that knowledge (conocimiento) and talent (talento) are essential factors that add to your work. However, it&#8217;s attitude (actitud) that multiplies and value is the exponential in growth. Embracing a value-driven management approach is challenging. It&#8217;s about managing based on principles rather than solely technical abilities, which can be more complex and perhaps more costly, but it&#8217;s ultimately more meaningful. Our teams consist of individuals who not only share but also live by these values.</span></p>
<h3><b>Q: Tell us about your journey with Mana Tech and Microsoft. What was your experience being part of the accelerator program? </b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A: Last year, Microsoft invited us to participate in Mana Tech’s accelerator program. It offered us a transformative experience beyond just the program. We benefited from invaluable support, mentorship, and networking opportunities, validating our ideas and strategies. It&#8217;s a space where like-minded founders interchange ideas and experiences and are able to nurture innovation. It also taught us the importance of emphasizing specialization in a competitive market such as the US, and highlighted the value of community for growth and collaboration… The Microsoft and Mana Tech community provided a supportive ecosystem, facilitating connections, knowledge-sharing, and business opportunities. It enriched our understanding of the global tech community and its diverse perspectives and initiatives. </span></p>
<p><strong>Apply to our next Miami Immersion Program and join the ever-growing community of international tech entrepreneurs.</strong></p>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2024 20:54:22 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Discover the highlights from Mana Tech’s April. </p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">After a month of bustling events, innovation, and connections, we’re winding down. The Mana Tech team convened in Miami for the action-packed tech month of April. Missed anything? Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered with an official recap. We are proud of our achievements and eagerly anticipate what lies ahead!</span></p>
<p><a class="post-title-name " style="width: 100%;" href="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/IMG_1113.png" data-fancybox="gallery" data-caption="UNIR Innovation Day Miami 2024 event"><img decoding="async" src="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/IMG_1113.png" alt="UNIR Innovation Day Miami 2024 event - CEO and Founder of Dapta" /><span class="caption">UNIR Innovation Day Miami 2024 event</span></a></p>
<h2><b>Events held at our property:</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">We hosted over 12 events at our downtown Miami spaces on the 8th and 10th floors,</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> welcoming more than 2,000 attendees. Mana Tech collaborated with partners including </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/school/unir-universidad-internet/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">UNIR</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/startupoleaccelerator/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Startup Olé Accelerator</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://www.reactmiami.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">React Miami</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/lazo-us/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lazo</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/hard-tech-miami/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Hard Tech Miami</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/la-french-tech/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">La French Tech</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, and others.</span></p>
<p><a class="post-title-name " style="width: 100%;" href="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/WhatsApp-Image-2024-04-12-at-09.29.13.jpeg" data-fancybox="gallery" data-caption="Mana Tech team at the Lazo Founder House event"><img decoding="async" src="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/WhatsApp-Image-2024-04-12-at-09.29.13.jpeg" alt="Mana Tech team at the Lazo Founder House event - CEO and Founder of Dapta" /><span class="caption">Mana Tech team at the Lazo Founder House event</span></a></p>
<h2><b>Events we supported and attended:</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In addition to hosting events, we sponsored and participated in other ecosystem activations like </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/emerge-americas/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">eMerge Americas</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/vclatamsummit/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">VC Latam Summit</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Collaborating with </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/squads-ventures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">SquadS Ventures</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/silicon-valley-bank/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">SVB</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactavc/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Impacta VC</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/pag-law-pllc/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">PAG Law</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/southworks/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Southworks</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/startup-grind/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Startup Grind</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, we extended our reach by co-hosting more events. </span></p>
<p><a class="post-title-name " style="width: 100%;" href="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/IMG_1222.png" data-fancybox="gallery" data-caption="Microsoft AI Latino Immersion Program 2.0 cohort"><img decoding="async" src="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/IMG_1222.png" alt="Microsoft AI Latino Immersion Program 2.0 cohort - CEO and Founder of Dapta" /><span class="caption">Microsoft AI Latino Immersion Program 2.0 cohort</span></a></p>
<h2><b>Programs:</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">We conducted the fourth edition of the </span><a href="https://tech.manacommon.com/news/empowering-innovation-mana-tech-startup-showcase/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Miami Immersion Program</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and the second edition of the </span><a href="https://tech.manacommon.com/news/mana-tech-and-microsoft-do-it-again/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Microsoft AI Latino Immersion Program</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, inviting 34 international tech startups. We extend our gratitude to our sponsors and partners from </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/microsoft/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Microsoft</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/microsoftforstartups/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Microsoft for Startups</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/pag-law-pllc/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">PAG Law</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/southworks/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Soutworks</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/zendesk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Zendesk</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p>
<p><a class="post-title-name " style="width: 100%;" href="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Ecuador_9117-scaled-1.jpg" data-fancybox="gallery" data-caption="MMeeting with CITEC and ProEcuador at Mana Common Downtown Miami office spaces"><img decoding="async" src="http://tech.manacommon.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Ecuador_9117-scaled-1.jpg" alt="MMeeting with CITEC and ProEcuador at Mana Common Downtown Miami office spaces - CEO and Founder of Dapta" /><span class="caption">MMeeting with CITEC and ProEcuador at Mana Common Downtown Miami office spaces</span></a></p>
<h2><b>Special visits:</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">We received international delegations from several different countries: </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/aei-ec/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">AEI</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> , </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/citecec/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">CITEC</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/pro-ecuador-25217465/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Pro Ecuador</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> from Ecuador, </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/procomer/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">PROCOMER</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> from Costa Rica, the </span><a href="https://embassyofuruguay.us/miami/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">General Consulate from Uruguay in Miami</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, delegates from Valencia and Catalunya, and a visit from </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/nexttier-ventures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Next Tier Ventures</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Follow us on <strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/manatechmiami/?hl=en">I</a></strong></span><strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/manatechmiami/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">nstagram</a></strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and </span><strong><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/manatech-miami" target="_blank" rel="noopener">LinkedIn</a></strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"> to keep up with Mana Tech endeavors. </span></p>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Apr 2024 17:25:19 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A recap of successes, connections, and triumphs from the latest cohort.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><a href="https://tech.manacommon.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mana Tech</a> successfully wraps up another iteration of its accelerator program. The team welcomed 11 international startups from various corners of the world, spanning Argentina, Colombia and Turkey. This cohort was particularly exceptional, bringing together outstanding talent to showcase their ventures in Miami during the tech industry’s busiest month.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As customary, Mana Tech organized a welcome dinner on Sunday, providing founders the opportunity to meet face-to-face for the first time and familiarize themselves with our team and objectives. The in-person segment of the program started on Monday, with these innovators engaging in mentorship sessions and fine-tuning their pitching abilities. Tuesday featured workshops throughout the day, followed by an evening networking event in collaboration with </span><a href="https://pag.law" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">PAG Law</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. This gathering facilitated connections between founders and legal professionals eager to support international startups entering the US market. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">On Wednesday and Thursday, founders took advantage of the chance to attend tech events taking place in Miami during Tech Month. These events not only offered valuable content but also allowed founders to connect and learn more about the Miami Tech ecosystem. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Finally, on Friday, founders participated in a speed dating activity with ten judges tasked with selecting the top seven startups to pitch at Demo Day. Among the finalists were</span> <a href="https://www.botano.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Botano</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://www.chillit.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Chill It</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://www.nideport.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Nideport</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://parsedco.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Parsed</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://propykeys.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Propy Keys</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://www.teramot.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Teramot</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, and </span><a href="https://unergy.io/en" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Unergy</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. These entrepreneurs presented their pitches to a distinguished panel of judges, including </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradbowery/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Brad Bowery</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ted-coughlin-37310579/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ted Coughlin</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriederome/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Valerie Derome</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/r-a78/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ariel Jaduszliwer</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ineslucena/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ines Lucena</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/valentina-terranova-85496294/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Valentina Terranova</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. While the decision was challenging, Chill It emerged as the winner! Additionally, Unergy received the People&#8217;s Choice Award for Most Valuable Fellow Worker. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A big shout out to the remaining startups for their invaluable contributions: </span><a href="https://cux.ai" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Cux</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://mentoru.co" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">MentorU</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, </span><a href="https://nouslatam.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Nous Latam</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, and </span><a href="https://www.palablockchain.io" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Pala Blockchain</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p>
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