Dux Capital
Venture capitalMexico City · Pre-Seed–Series A · 5 people tracked
Investment thesis
Dux Capital is a venture firm with a presence in Austin and Mexico City that invests in first-generation and cross-border founders from Spanish-speaking backgrounds. It aims to help these founders scale into the U.S. market by providing capital along with access, networks, and strategic support.
Team · 5 people
from the firm's websiteFrequently asked questions
- What stage does Dux Capital invest at?
- Dux Capital invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What sectors does Dux Capital focus on?
- Dux Capital focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Dux Capital located?
- Dux Capital is headquartered in Mexico City, MX.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
featuring the teamJosé Luis Silva Vázquez of Dux Capital and Brian York of Cubbo
Funding & Disrupting Podcast with Keith Herman · Jose Luis Silva
Tomar riesgos, motivación personal y “The Mexican Connection”: Jose Luis Silva con Dux Capital
Supply Chain Now · Jose Luis Silva
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