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Hernan Kazah
Co-founder of Mercado Libre and Managing Partner at Kaszek Ventures. Helped build the leading e-commerce platform in Latin America.
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Jun 23, 2025
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How $100B Mercado Libre got started—& why it almost went bankrupt after 9 months. | Hernan Kazah, Co-Founder Mercado Libre
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Hernan Kazah, co-founder of Mercado Libre and Managing Partner at Kaszek Ventures, shares insights from building Latin America's leading e-commerce platform. He discusses how Mercado Libre survived financial turmoil by prioritizing profitability over rapid growth. Hernan explains the significance of focusing on fewer key areas to build a strong foundation, the innovative strategies for attracting initial users, and the lessons learned from navigating competitive pressures. His journey illustrates the power of resilience and strategic patience in the startup world.
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