Emerge Ventures

Emerge Ventures is the first venture capital firm in Brazil dedicated exclusively to the consumer goods sector with an operational focus. Founded by Leonardo Tonini, ex-CMO of Mondelez, and Eduardo Moraes, founder of Latinex Brands, the firm combines capital investment with hands-on operational management of portfolio brands. Emerge Ventures targets growth-stage consumer brands with annual revenues between R$10 million and R$50 million, employing a proprietary acceleration methodology that covers consumer insights, multi-channel strategy, team structuring, and commercial performance management. Notable portfolio companies include Vhita, PetVi, and Scientific Skin Technology.

Emerge Ventures adds value to its portfolio companies through an operational management approach that includes consumer insights, multi-channel strategies, team structuring, and performance management. This hands-on methodology ensures that brands not only receive capital but also the expertise needed to thrive in competitive markets.