#126 - A successful shift from venture building to investing: Cristobal Perdomo, Wollef
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Ten years ago, the entrepreneur and lawyer Cristobal Perdomo decided to "take a risk on those who risk it all." That's when he became the co-founder and general partner of Wollef. The Latin American VC firm has invested in over 30 companies since 2013. Five unicorns came out of this portfolio: Jeeves, Kavak, Konfio, Loft, and Nubank. Today, Cristobal and I talked about: His entrepreneurial mindset since the age of 17. How he moved from business development to VC. Great insights on how to pick the right company and founder to invest in. The importance of teamwork. Hey, apply to be a fellow, open your startup or sign up for our newsletter. Follow us on Linkedin / Twitter / Instagram / Podcast.
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