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Conecta Startups
Conecta Startup Brasil is an initiative aimed at enhancing the Brazilian innovation ecosystem by supporting early-stage startups in transportation and logistics through structured programs and financial investments.
Overview
What Conecta Startups does
What Conecta Startups is
Conecta Startup Brasil is an initiative aimed at enhancing the Brazilian innovation ecosystem by supporting early-stage startups in transportation and logistics through structured programs and financial investments.
How it participates in the startup ecosystem
The current public profile supports funder and program host and event host and publisher capabilities. Each capability below is shown separately so organization identity and role-specific information do not get conflated.
Operational profile
Organization status and context
Organization status describes the entity itself. Funding and program availability appear within the relevant capability profile.
- Operational status
- Active
- Organization type
- Accelerator
- Founded
- Founded in 2018
- Approximate age
- About 8 years
- Structured capabilities
- Funder · Program host · Event host · Publisher
- Last reviewed
- April 1, 2026
What Accelerator means
An accelerator is a structured, short-term program designed to speed up a startup's progress toward product-market fit, traction, fundraising, or scale.
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Capability profile
Conecta Startups as a funder
Investment thesis
Conecta Startup Brasil aims to enhance the Brazilian innovation ecosystem by connecting entrepreneurs and early-stage startups with resources and investment opportunities.
Focus narrative
Conecta Startup Brasil focuses on fostering innovation by supporting early-stage startups through a structured program that includes ideation, validation, and practical implementation phases. The program offers financial support, with investments of up to R$ 90,000 distributed across different phases, aiming to connect innovative ideas with real market demands.
Value beyond capital
Conecta Startup Brasil provides financial support, mentorship, and networking opportunities to early-stage startups, helping them navigate the challenges of bringing innovative solutions to market.
Terms and economics
- Typical check
- $10,000–$90,000
- Sweet spot
- $50,000
Focus and fit
- Stages
- Pre-seed · Seed · Accelerator
- Sectors
- Healthcare
- Regions
- Br · Latam
Availability
- Currently deploying
- Yes
Portfolio and track record
- Recorded portfolio count
- 3
Portfolio context
Notable startups that have participated in the Conecta Startup Brasil program include: SDW (Safe Drinking Water for All), focused on developing water and sanitation technologies; Makro, a wholesale self-service company implementing innovative solutions; and SIAPESQ, a deep tech startup specializing in environmental research and satellite monitoring.
Capability profile
Conecta Startups as a program host
Program thesis
Conecta Startup Brasil is an initiative established to enhance the Brazilian innovation ecosystem through integrated actions of ideation, connection, capacity building, and investment.
Focus narrative
The program focuses on fostering innovation by supporting early-stage startups through structured phases of ideation, validation, and practical implementation. It aims to connect innovative ideas with real market demands and enhance the startup ecosystem throughout Brazil.
Value and support
Conecta Startup Brasil offers financial support, mentorship, and networking opportunities to early-stage startups, helping them develop their business ideas and connect with potential investors and partners.
Terms and economics
- Indicative investment
- $90,000
Availability
- Application state
- Accepting
Focus and fit
- Stages
- Pre-seed · Seed
- Regions
- Br · Latam
Alumni and track record
Alumni context
Notable startups that have participated in the Conecta Startup Brasil program include SDW, which develops water and sanitation technologies; Makro, a wholesale self-service company implementing innovative solutions; and SIAPESQ, a deep tech startup specializing in environmental research and satellite monitoring.
Capability profile
Conecta Startups as an event host
Event focus
Conecta Startup Brasil focuses on fostering innovation by supporting early-stage startups through a structured program that includes ideation, validation, and practical implementation phases. The program offers financial support, with investments of up to R$ 90,000 distributed across different phases. It aims to connect innovative ideas with real market demands, enhancing the startup ecosystem throughout Brazil.
Format narrative
The program operates through several phases: Conception Phase, Validation Phase, Practical Phase, and culminates in a Demo Day where startups present their solutions to potential investors and partners.
Participant value
Conecta Startup Brasil connects entrepreneurs, early-stage startups, companies, investors, mentors, and partners to increase the density of startups across Brazil, addressing the challenges faced by the productive sector.
Format and cadence
- Event types
- demo-day
- Modality
- in-person
- Startups can present
- Yes
Availability
- Registration state
- Accepting
Audience and fit
- Selection criteria
- application
- Stages
- Pre-seed · Seed
- Audience
- Founders · Investors
- Regions
- Br · Latam
Speakers and past editions
Speakers
Key team members include Sheila Oliveira Pires, Bruno Jorge Soares, Alexandre Garcia, and Rubens Delgado.
Past editions
Notable startups that have participated include SDW, Makro, and SIAPESQ.
Capability profile
Conecta Startups as a publisher
Editorial focus
Conecta Startup Brasil is dedicated to fostering innovation by supporting early-stage startups through a structured program that includes ideation, validation, and practical implementation phases. The initiative aims to connect innovative ideas with real market demands, enhancing the startup ecosystem throughout Brazil.
Audience value
The program connects entrepreneurs, early-stage startups, companies, investors, mentors, and partners to increase the density of startups across Brazil, addressing challenges faced by the productive sector.
Format and cadence
- Content formats
- newsletter and blog
- Primary platform
- Website
Availability
- Guest pitch state
- Not currently accepting
Audience and focus
- Audience
- Founders · Investors
- Regions
- Br · Latam
Flagship work and coverage
Flagship properties
Conecta Startup Brasil offers a newsletter for regular updates on program activities and a blog featuring articles and insights related to innovation and entrepreneurship.
Notable coverage
Notable startups that have participated in the Conecta Startup Brasil program include SDW, Makro, and SIAPESQ, which focus on water technologies, wholesale solutions, and environmental research respectively.
Common questions
What to know about Conecta Startups
Upseed classifies Conecta Startups under the Accelerator organization type. Its current public profile includes funder, program host, event host, and publisher capabilities.
Source and update disclosure
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Source basis
Public organization and program material, official websites, and structured Upseed records.
Last reviewed
April 1, 2026
Known limits
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