Paulo Passoni
One of the sharpest investors in Latin America, playing a key role in SoftBank’s multi-billion-dollar investment in Latin America’s tech sector and currently leading Valor Capital’s growth equity strategy.
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Feb 11, 2025 • 1h 44min
Paulo Passoni (Valor Capital) on IPOs, M&A, and AI’s Impact on Startups in Latam
Paulo Passoni, a leading Latin American investor and key figure in SoftBank's tech investments, dives into the challenges startups face in LatAm. He discusses the shortcomings of M&A as an exit strategy and the harsh realities of pursuing IPOs, revealing that $300M+ revenue is essential for listing. Paulo critiques the $200M acquisition trap, explores how SoftBank's investments reshaped the landscape, and emphasizes the critical role of AI in accelerating startup growth. His insights are a must for anyone invested in the future of Latin American entrepreneurship.
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Oct 30, 2024 • 1h 12min
Paulo Passoni, Sócio do Valor Capital Group - Investindo em Mercados Públicos e Privados
Paulo Passoni, sócio-diretor e head de growth equity do Valor Capital Group, traz uma riqueza de experiências em investimentos. Ele discute suas decisões baseadas em probabilidade, amizades forjadas no SoftBank e a importância de selecionar os fundadores certos. Paulo compara o ambiente de investimentos nos EUA com a América Latina, destacando oportunidades no Brasil. Além disso, compartilha reflexões sobre sua infância, o papel da educação, filantropia e como a política influenciou sua trajetória.
