Fundraising FoxVolcano Capital
Venture capitalAntigua · Seed · 5 people tracked
Not to be confused with Volcano Capital (Venture capital · San Francisco, US)
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Investment thesis
Volcano Capital positions itself as a catalyst for transformation, focusing on identifying potential, building partnerships, and nurturing innovation through collaboration. It seeks investors and founders aligned with its values, crafting strategies aimed at 10X returns that create value for both portfolios and companies. The firm leverages the Volcano Summit's ecosystem — spanning more than 40 countries and backed by serial entrepreneurs and investors — to connect startups with capital and accelerate mutual growth. A central part of its mission is serving as a bridge between the LATAM entrepreneurial scene and the broader global ecosystem.
Source: firm website, verified Nov 9, 2026.
Team · 5 people
from the firm's website & curated
Serial entrepreneur who has built more than 10 companies in showbiz and events over a 23-year career. Holds a master's degree from MIT and focuses on technology and innovation in Latin America through Volcano Summit.
Entrepreneur and investor who began in corporate M&A handling valuations and transactions over US$1.5 billion. Founded the first angel investment network in Guatemala, co-founded the Fintech Association of Guatemala, and promotes Open Banking in Latin America.
Alonso Vargas is the founder of Volcano Capital and co-founder of Volcano Summit, a Latin American platform connecting founders, entrepreneurial families, investors, and global leaders through curated experiences and ecosystem building. His work spans venture capital, social capital, AI, entrepreneurship, and multigenerational leadership across Latin America.
Economist and financial analyst with a background in risk management and quantitative analysis, having moved from research and education roles into private investment. Known for a data-driven approach to finance.
International relations professional with a Master's in International Management, specializing in ESG projects and new business development across Latin America. Experienced in managing community and institutional relations and cross-sector collaboration.
What they invest in
from 1 of 11 portfolio companiesFintech ×1FoodTech ×1Retail Tech ×1
HQs:Argentina×1Chile×1
Investments · 11 tracked
founders shown can be your intro path30N Ventures is an early-growth investment firm that backs founders in emerging markets, with a focus on Latin America and opportunistic interest in Southeast Asia, MENA, and Africa.
FintechFoodTechRetail Tech
Newtopia VC is a Latin American venture capital firm that invests in early-stage startups from idea to product-market fit, providing pre-seed and seed funding along with hands-on mentorship and network access.
Mariano Mayer(Managing Partner)inPato Jutard(Partner)
Co-investorsSur VenturesXeibo Ventures
Other
Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.
500 StartupsAbacoATTOMBicycle CapitalBlueboxLittioOsmoStartup AvenueTeamcubation
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Volcano Capital made?
- Volcano Capital has 11 tracked investments.
- What stage does Volcano Capital invest at?
- Volcano Capital invests at the Seed stage.
- What sectors does Volcano Capital focus on?
- Volcano Capital focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Volcano Capital located?
- Volcano Capital is headquartered in Antigua, GT.
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