Colaborativo, officially known as Consorcio de Desarrollo Económico Colaborativo S.C., is a Mexican organization founded on August 16, 2012. Based in Mexico City, it focuses on promoting sustainable development through entrepreneurship, innovation, technology, and impact investing.

Colaborativo invests in seed and early-stage impact tech startups that address complex problems leading to sustainable development in emerging markets and underserved communities. The organization aims to utilize advanced technologies such as AI, Big Data, IoT, Robotics, and Blockchain to create scalable solutions.

Colaborativo offers mentorship, access to funding, and a network of investors and partners to support startups in their growth journey.

<p><strong>What are the eligibility criteria for applying?</strong></p><p>Colaborativo seeks seed and early-stage impact tech startups that utilize advanced technologies and contribute to sustainable development in emerging markets.</p><p><strong>How does the application process work?</strong></p><p>Interested startups can apply through Colaborativo's website, where they will need to provide details about their business model, technology, and impact.</p><p><strong>What are the deal terms for funding?</strong></p><p>Colaborativo offers an initial investment of $30,000, with potential follow-on investments up to $1 million.</p><p><strong>What is the program format?</strong></p><p>While specific program details are not provided, Colaborativo focuses on supporting startups through funding and resources tailored to their needs.</p><p><strong>What makes Colaborativo different from other accelerators?</strong></p><p>Colaborativo bridges the gap between impact investing and venture capital, focusing specifically on sustainable development and advanced technologies.</p><p><strong>What metrics does Colaborativo use to measure success?</strong></p><p>Success is typically measured by the impact of the startups on their communities, the scalability of their solutions, and the amount of follow-on funding they attract.</p>