Value offer: We aim to evaluate and recognize, with transparency and method, Latin American startups that are committed to positively changing the world. We aim to enhance entrepreneurships that generate profits, opportunities and that is aligned with the sustainable development of the planet and society. About us: iImpact is an initiative led by Fundação Dom Cabral and Innovation Latam. Conceived by Professors Fabian Salum and Karina Coleta, professors at Fundação Dom Cabral, elected the 9th best business school in the world, according to the Financial Times. Representing the only Brazilian institution of executive education among the ten best in the world and the best in Latin America. In 2019, a unique methodology was developed to evaluate and recognize the socio-environmental impact of startups across Latin America. The evaluation process is based on the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and ESG business practices. In 2020, the iImpact Badge was born as a form of annualy recognizing selected startups based on a methodology supported by evidence and rigorous criteria. As an effect, the alignment of businesses with the resolution or mitigation of socio-environmental problems is proven, in addition to qualifying them for global investments. iImpact fosters an ecosystem that engages various actors: startups, large companies, high-level executives, academics, NGOs and other civil society initiatives. We aim to promote connections, business and relationships in a network committed to a sustainable future.
Connect your startup to our ecosystem and generate business opportunities
Position your corporation in the world of open innovation, and generate innovation through connections with startups
Meet the most innovative startups and the most talented entrepreneurs
Opportunities to connect with technology-based startups in projects and processes
Develop your scientific project in partnership with large companies
Connect with mature startups and identify good opportunities for acceleration and co-development
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New Business Leader - Gerdau
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Inclusive Growth Manager - AMBEV
Senior Associate Investment Advisor - Credicorp
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Executive Director - Mercantil do Brasil
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Head of Supply Finance for Brazil, Uruguay and Paraguay - Diageo
Head of Corporate Sustainability - Banco Inter
Country Managing Partner and CEO - Grant Thornton Brasil
Director and Representative - UN's World Food Program in Brazil
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Líder de Sustentabilidade - Grant Thornton Brasil
Full Time Professor of Entrepreneurship - Centro Universitário do Espírito Santo
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Policy Analyst and Engagement Specialist - World Economic Forum
CEO - MRV
Head of Latin America - Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI)
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Head of Marketplace - Mercado Livre
Director of Social Management - Sura Foundation
Under Secretary for Science, Technology and Innovation - State Government of Minas Gerais
Senior Associate - Valetec Capital
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Head Squad ESG Tech at PANGEIA.ECO
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President - Mondelez Brazil
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Associate - Nelson Wilians Advogados
Head of Principles for Responsible Investment Brasil
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Chief of Sustainable Investment - Sura
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President - Brazilian Association of Electronic Commerce
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CEO - Latam Startups
CEO for Latin America - Lacoste
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Head of Inovabra Habitat - Bradesco
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