Strategic capital for
digital startups
Enabling massive growth for
seed stage ventures
Fostering innovation
and economic growth
We are a venture capital firm focused on seed stage investments
We are entrepreneurs and strategists partnering with exceptional founders applying computer science to solve some of the world’s most complex problems at scale.
Our purpose is to help founders develop profitable and self-sustaining businesses to attract strategic buyers or growth financing.
We invest in entrepreneurs committed to creating value across the US and Mexico
We invest in founders with a solid base for growth and support them in accelerating value capture
PEOPLE FIRST
Founders with the passion and emotional intelligence required to build strong cultures that produce long-lasting products
TECHNOLOGY FOCUSED
Software products with exceptional attention to user experience, portability, and scalability
RAPID GROWTH
Startups with the discipline and desire for rapid growth, addressing a large market opportunity
CROSS BORDER
Startups with cross-border expansion plans or aspirations
RECURRING REVENUES
Solutions with proven, predictable revenue models
PRODUCT TRACTION
Companies with significant progress toward building a minimum viable product and/or monetizing solution
We write 50k to 250k checks depending on stage and round, in syndication with other VCs and angel investors
Portfolio
AIRPALS
B2B same-day, short-distance shipping for internal admin operations
BITEWELL
World's first nutrition-focused restaurant & grocery delivery platform
BRIDGEFY
Device agnostic plug-n-play software that makes mobile apps work without internet
CLOUT JAM
Campaign management solution that helps creators grow their revenue
CODE INSPECTOR
Platform to analyze source code and mitigate technical debt reviews
GO
New-car subscription service providing simplicity, transparency, and savings
LERNIT
Platform used to track goals, evaluate performance and train employees in LATAM
ONE CREATION
Decentralized platform used to exchange, enforce, and monetize digital rights
PLERK
A la carte flexible perks and benefits improving employee productivity and retention
PYNK
Decentralized finance platform where everyday people invest better together
RENAISSANCE
App that allows artists to amplify streaming traction and tap into super fan community
Ryu Games
Software that allows monetization of mobile games via cash tournaments
SFUMATO
Advanced AI platform used to de-risk investment decisions with the most robust data analytics in the market
TRANSECT
Real-time environmental due diligence for development projects
YANA
Spanish speaking app that accompanies people on the path to emotional well-being
ZETTE
Browser extension that allows access to premium online content behind article paywalls
Other Select GP Investments
CAREREV
Online platform where hospitals and outpatient facilities can directly access per diem medical staff
Jiobit
Advanced location monitoring technology for families and beyond
Acquired by Life360
EXIT
Klue
Competitive intelligence for enterprise sales
Leda Health
Empowering survivors to end sexual violence
LendTable
Cash advances for 401(k) matches and employee benefits
Littlefund
The simplest way to gift, track, and save towards your child’s goals
Acquired by UNest
EXIT
Prizeout
Digital gift card cash-out processing
Stagger
Visual storytelling for digital platforms
Verqor
Cashless credits to farmers for productive purchases
Vurbl
Audio platform for creators and listeners
ZenSports
Peer-to-Peer mobile sports betting
Mariano Gonzalez
General Partner
Mariano has over twenty years of experience leading growth strategy initiatives for Fortune 500 companies and Private Equity/Venture Capital firms. His career includes a decade of strategy and operations consulting with Booz & Company and several years’ industry experience in information technology. As a Founder, he has launched several startups in professional services, retail, technology, and gaming. As an Investor, he focuses on early-stage technology companies.
Mariano holds an MBA with Distinction (Finance, Strategy, Marketing) from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, a Bachelor of Science in Computer Systems Engineering from Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, and Private Equity and Venture Capital Certifications from Stanford University, Harvard Business School and EGADE Business School.
Mariano’s global perspective is based on engagements in the U.S., U.K., Mexico, Germany, Peru, Colombia, and South Korea. He has authored multiple publications on M&A, technology, and gaming and has won the Booz Allen Hamilton Professional Excellence Award, the EKI Leadership Award, and others.
Jose Daniel Cotera
Associate
José Daniel has a unique and broad experience in Finance, Investments, and Entrepreneurship. Before joining MGV Capital Group, he collaborated at GICSA managing corporate financial planning & modeling related to income-producing real estate properties; at PMI Group, elaborating research & analysis of oil markets; and at SURA Investment Management, assessing market and credit risk. As a founder, he has launched businesses in real estate and retail.
Besides holding a bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science from Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México (ITAM), José Daniel has earned both the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation and the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) designation.
Mariana Ramos
Analyst
Over her professional career, Mariana has gravitated towards Finance and Business Strategy, with an International Undergraduate Honors Program in Business, Finance, and Accounting from Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, and a Master’s in Finance from the University of Essex. She has earned several certifications such as her Private Pilot License, Stock-Exchange Analysis Certification, Private Wealth Management Certification, and Strategic Marketing & Commercialization Certification, to mention some.
Before MGV Capital Group, Mariana worked as a Project Manager at Deloitte, assigned to large accounts such as Alfa and subsidiaries, Lala, and Vitro, and at a digital marketing startup, where she honed her entrepreneurial, strategy, and creative skills.
Advisors
Alejandro Ramos
Business law and customs brokerage, International trade, Ex-President CAAREM, and ASAPRA
Zita Horvath
Business law and private equity, Cross-border transactions, PE/VC EGADE Business School faculty
News
One Creation Corporation Closes Oversubscribed Seed Round to Further Its Data Digital Rights Solutions
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–One Creation Corporation announced today that it has successfully closed its seed round capital raise and is now well-positioned to go to market with its novel system to manage, monetize and enforce valuable data rights assets. One Creation’s innovative service empowers and enables the user to control its data in new ways by […]
08-26-2021 - MGV Capital Group
Plerk levanta 1 mdd; va por expansión en México, Chile y Colombia
La startup mexicana Plerk consiguió el capital tras cerrar una ronda de inversión presemilla, en la que participaron diversos fondos.
07-13-2021 - MGV Capital Group
If you pay an emotional labor fee, Postdates and Airpals will get your stuff from your ex
Yesterday, the team behind the parody Amazon Dating delivered us Postdates. It’s like Postmates, but for getting your stuff back from your ex.
“We partnered with two local courier companies, Gourmet Runner in LA and Airpals in New York.
We wanted to make sure we work with people that treat their workers right.”
06-29-2021 - MGV Capital Group
UK Fintech Startup Pynk Launches Retail Investor Wallet in the UK and Ireland
Pynk’s first investment product, the Thesis Portfolio is a diversified “go-anywhere” portfolio made up of multiple investment theses including electric vehicles, renewable energy, efficient food supply, emerging markets, global warming solutions, the move towards virtual working, eGaming and more.
06-10-2021 - MGV Capital Group
MGV Capital Group en Whitepaper.mx
MGV Capital Group es un fondo de venture capital basado en San Antonio, con tres claros diferenciadores: un equipo de inversión con fuerte enfoque en diversidad, un profundo conocimiento cross-border y un gran expertise en apoyo estratégico para los emprendedores y sus startups.
06-09-2021 - MGV Capital Group
Ryu Games raises $2.3M, betting that cash tournaments for mobile games are the future
The funds came from a number of investors, including Side Door Ventures, MGV Capital, Velo Partners and Citta Ventures.
In addition, 500 Startups participated in the round.
03-25-2021 - MGV Capital Group
One Creation Selected to join The World Economic Forum’s Data for Common Purpose Initiative
One Creation provides groundbreaking solutions to the rapidly growing need of data owners to maintain trusted control of their information as it is shared between users.
03-25-2021 - MGV Capital Group
Una app que funciona sin internet
Bridgefy permite la comunicación entre teléfonos sin tener que estar conectados a internet.
02-16-2021 - MGV Capital Group
MGV Capital Group Announces Initial Closing of MGV Capital Fund
MGV Capital Group’s purpose is to foster technological innovation and economic growth across North America, by making strategic investments in the most talented entrepreneurs within the region.
11-23-2020 - MGV Capital Group
Bridgefy joins the First Cohort of the Facebook Accelerator: Connectivity Program
This 12-week virtual program will help startups scale their business through industry-oriented training and workshops, access to experts, and potential strategic partners and investors.
11-20-2020 - MGV Capital Group
Clout Jam is Helping Social Media Influencers Take Control of Their Businesses
With Clout Jam, creators can manage conversations with brands, track contracts, automate their content calendars, and much more, all in one place.
Clout Jam is hyper-focused on improving influencer marketing for creators large and small.
11-16-2020 - MGV Capital Group
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