What sectors does Koolen and Partners focus on?

Koolen and Partners focuses on Digital Health, E-commerce, Logistics & Supply Chain, Marketplaces.

Where is Koolen and Partners located?

Koolen and Partners is headquartered in Sao Paulo, BR.

Koolen and Partners

Venture capital

Sao Paulo · 2 people tracked

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Investment thesis

Koolen and Partners is an investment firm based in Sao Paulo, Brazil, with ties to the Netherlands. Its portfolio includes Brazilian internet and technology companies spanning digital product distribution, motorcycle courier logistics, men's grooming e-commerce, online art sales, and healthcare appointment booking.

Invests inDigital Health E-commerce Logistics & Supply Chain Marketplaces Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo, BR

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Team · 2 people

from public directories

Guga Stocco· Partner· Sao Paulo, Brazilin 𝕏

Guga Stocco is a Brazilian entrepreneur and board member at TOTVS with over 20 years of experience in technology and innovation. He co-founded Te Respondo (sold to Yahoo in 2005), Banco Original (the world's first digital bank), and Domo Invest, which backed three unicorn startups including Loggi, Hotmart, and Gympass. His career includes executive roles at Microsoft, where he contributed to MSN and Bing development, and positions at Verisign, Buscapé, and multiple corporate boards including Vinci Partners.

Kees Koolen· Angel· Netherlandsin 𝕏

Kees Koolen is founder, chairman, and CEO of Koolen Industries, an investment firm focused on clean energy generation, storage, and delivery through a portfolio of companies including battery manufacturers, solar projects, electric vehicle sharing, and energy software platforms. He previously served as CEO of Booking.com from 2008 to 2011 and as COO from 2001 to 2008, during which the company became the world's leading online hotel and accommodation reservation platform. Koolen was also Director of Uber International from 2012 to 2017, supporting the company's international expansion and scaling, and is a founding partner of EQT Ventures.

Frequently asked questions

What sectors does Koolen and Partners focus on?: Koolen and Partners focuses on Digital Health, E-commerce, Logistics & Supply Chain, Marketplaces.
Where is Koolen and Partners located?: Koolen and Partners is headquartered in Sao Paulo, BR.

Co-investors · 6

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Nauta Capital

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Blue Bear Capital Partners

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