Startupi
Startupi | Information – Education – Matchmaking.
| Date | Investors | Amount | Round |
|---|---|---|---|
$300k | Seed | ||
| Total Funding | 000k | ||
Startupi is a Brazilian media company that functions as a comprehensive content portal for the nation's startup and innovation ecosystem. Founded in December 2008, it has established itself as a key information source covering startups, technology, investment, and entrepreneurship in Brazil. The company's business model is centered on media and advertising services. Revenue is generated through digital campaigns, including sponsored content (publieditorials) and branded content created by Startupi's team of journalists. It also offers specialized services such as live event coverage, which includes social media promotion and exclusive interviews, to position and strengthen its clients' brands within the innovation community.
The platform serves a diverse clientele, including corporate clients seeking to connect with startups for their programs, event organizers, and companies looking to increase their visibility among investors, entrepreneurs, and executives. The content provided by Startupi is journalistic in nature, focusing on news, in-depth articles, and analysis of the startup scene. The editorial team, which includes journalists Marystela Barbosa and Cecília Ferraz, covers a wide range of topics from new funding rounds and M&A activities to technological advancements and market trends.
While the initial founding team included Michael Nicklas, who brought early web technology experience from the US, the portal is now prominently led by journalist Gustavo Brigatto. Brigatto, who serves as Founder and Editor-in-Chief, has an extensive background in business journalism, with over a decade of experience at Valor Econômico covering technology and innovation. His expertise, complemented by an MBA in Marketing and further education in finance, has shaped the portal's direction. He transitioned from traditional media to entrepreneurship, leveraging his network and deep industry knowledge to build Startupi into a significant voice within the Brazilian tech landscape.
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