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A non-profit member organization

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LAVCA hosts event with SVB and NVCA: The Venture Capital Opportunity in Latin America

December 17, 2012

The Venture Capital Opportunity in Latin America

Over the last year venture capital investors have stepped up their activity in Latin America and moved beyond Brazil to other key markets in the region. Cate Ambrose, President & Executive Director of LAVCA presented information on investment trends and industry analysis in the region. Leading Latin American VCs also were on hand to highlight their latest deals.

This year, more than 50 industry professionals participated, including representatives from venture capital funds from Silicon Valley and across Latin America.

Program

Welcome Remarks
John China, Head of Relationship Management, Venture Capital &
Private Equity Division, SVB

Remarks
Mark Heesen, President, NVCA

The Venture Capital Opportunity in Latin America: Trends and Players
Cate Ambrose, President & Executive Director, LAVCA

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    The Latin American Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (LAVCA) is a non-profit member organization dedicated to supporting private equity and venture capital in Latin America through research, education, networking and advocacy.

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        Buenos Aires, Argentina, 1425

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