A founder in Colombia raising capital may receive an investment proposal that looks very familiar to anyone who has raised capital in Silicon Valley: an investor wants to put money into the company through a SAFE, or Simple Agreement for Future Equity. The document may be only a few pages long, and the investor may […]
If you are considering investing in, acquiring, or partnering with a Colombian company, the data room can tell you far more than the company’s financial statements. We’ve covered this matter before (more info here), but on this occasion we’re diving deeper into the documents you’ll find and need during the transaction. A data room can
Boutique Hotels Draws Its Value From Something It Does Not Own Take a moment to think about the boutique hotels you’ve loved most. Perhaps it was a restored colonial house tucked away on a quiet street. A cabin overlooking a lake. A coffee farm where mornings began with birdsong instead of traffic. Or a mountain
One of the first questions many foreign investors have before entering Colombia is one they rarely feel comfortable asking out loud: “Will I need to make unofficial payments to get things done?” It is a fair question. Whether you are opening a subsidiary, investing in a Colombian company, importing products, or applying for permits, you
Foreign companies often believe that avoiding incorporation in Colombia means avoiding Colombian taxes. Unfortunately, that assumption can become a very expensive mistake. As international businesses expand into new markets, they frequently begin with relatively limited operations. They hire a local consultant, appoint a country manager (check out our how-to guide here), lease a small office,
For many foreign companies, Colombia represents one of the most attractive destinations in Latin America for hiring talent. The country offers a highly educated workforce, competitive salaries compared to North America and Europe, a strategic time zone, and a business friendly environment that continues to attract technology companies, manufacturers, professional services firms and international investors.
Expanding into Colombia does not always begin with incorporating a subsidiary or opening an office. For many international businesses, market entry starts with hiring local workforce. Perhaps a sales representative to explore commercial opportunities, a technical specialist to support existing clients, or a project manager to oversee local operations. Before making that first hire, however,
Every year, thousands of foreigners choose Colombia as their new home. Some come for a few months while working remotely, others retire after years of dreaming about living somewhere warmer (both for the weather and the culture), and many relocate with their families after accepting a job or deciding to build a business in one
Colombia is quietly becoming one of the most attractive destinations for wellness tourism in Latin America. Not because it is attempting to replicate models developed in North America or Europe, but because, as part of the Global South, the country offers a unique combination of extraordinary biodiversity, rich cultural traditions, growing international connectivity, and an
