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The J Curve with Olga Maslikhova

Olga Maslikhova
Brazil
Venture Capital
Fintech
Entrepreneurship
Zoox Smart Data
Jeeves
ERP Software Market
Latin America
Central Bank Of Brazil
Tractian
Omie
E-Commerce
VTEX
Emerging Markets
Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)
India
Wi-Fi Technology
Data Analytics
Artificial Intelligence
Celcoin

The J Curve, hosted by seasoned investor and Stanford GSB alum Olga Maslikhova, is your front-row seat to Latin America’s tech revolution. Ranked in the top 5% of global videocasts, we bring you unfiltered conversations with the visionaries—entrepreneurs and investors—who are redefining the tech landscape in Brazil and beyond. Tune in bi-weekly for insider stories, hard-earned lessons, and strateg... more

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At the start of the 2025 season, we released an episode that broke our Spotify records.

That single conversation was listened to six times more than any other episode we released this year.

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Allen Taylor
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Mike Packer (QED) on the Post-2021 Reset—and Why AI-Driven Platforms Win
Q: What's your perspective on the state of the exit maturity for Latin American companies?
Exits via M&A are prevalent, and while challenging, there are high-quality companies poised for significant exits.
Mike Packer (QED) on the Post-2021 Reset—and Why AI-Driven Platforms Win
Q: Where do you see opportunities for investing in LatAm today?
There are significant opportunities in fintech and ai-driven platforms as they continue evolving.
Mike Packer (QED) on the Post-2021 Reset—and Why AI-Driven Platforms Win
Q: What are some lessons QED took from the capital-heavy days of 2021?
Fundamentals are key; businesses do not get made overnight, and long-term sustainable paths are crucial.
Mike Packer (QED) on the Post-2021 Reset—and Why AI-Driven Platforms Win
Q: Why did you double down? And how has your thesis evolved from those early days?
We wanted to put more capital behind the opportunity we saw in Latin America, focusing on building a dedicated strategy and team.
Guilherme Horn (Agora, Orama, WhatsApp) on How WhatsApp Took Over Brazil’s Economy—And What’s Next
Q: How did that transaction with Bradesco come to be?
Guilherme explains that as a company with minimal experience in selling, they realized they couldn't compete with larger banks and sought to sell their business, leading to a successful acquisition by Bradesco.

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The show centers on Latin America's tech scene, featuring investors and founders shaping fintech, software, and digital commerce across Brazil and beyond. Episodes frequently unpack how AI, credit, vertical SaaS, and conversational platforms intersect with growth strategies, funding dynamics, and regulatory hurdles in emerging markets. Listeners can expect candid discussions about exits, Series B dynamics, and the practical realities of building scalable tech businesses in LATAM, often illustrated with real-world case studies from fintech, dental tech, and AI-enabled platforms. A notable strength is bringing together entrepreneurs and investors for high-signal conversations that blend strategic insight with on-the-ground execution tips, mak... more

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