Maria Clara studied Public Administration in Brazil with an exchange experience in South Korea, where she had the chance to study International Relations and Diplomatic Studies. Clara’s first work experience was in the public sector. She worked at the (0110).Lab, a public innovation lab at the São Paulo Municipality, where she became in touch with…

Hailing from Barueri (São Paulo), Brazil, Paty holds a Bachelor’s degree from Mackenzie Presbyterian University. After 6 years of a successful career as a Mergers and Acquisitions associate, she decided to follow her heart’s direction to work for social impact. She is passionate about connecting with people, learning about their stories, and about inner development….

Colombia can have a stronger and more shareable economic development. We need a new generation of strategic philanthropists and social innovators. Cielo Holguín grew up in Moravia, the Medellín neighborhood that began as the city’s garbage dump. From growing up with all odds against her, Cielo is today internationally recognized for her organization, the Urban…

Latin American Leadership Academy (LALA) has partnered with Latin American Business Association (LABA) at Columbia Business School and NYU Stern to host the 2022 Latin American Business Conference – Venture Capital in Latin America. This year’s conference will explore the evolving world of Venture Capital in Latin America and the role that this industry and…