In This Episode:
In this unique episode taking us to Latin America, Denise Silber interviews HBS alumna Christine Kenna, Partner at a leading early-stage VC fund in Mexico, in order to explore and amplify the often overlooked opportunities for venture capital investment in the region. Drawing from her experience as a former Silicon Valley executive, operational manager in LatAm, and board member, Christine Kenna shares insights on identifying innovative business models and supporting entrepreneurs in this emerging market.
Listeners will gain valuable takeaways on the region’s tech landscape, the importance of local partnerships, and the evolving role of women in venture capital. Christine Kenna also discusses her initiatives to empower women in VC, the necessary balance between personal values and professional success, and fostering a diverse, supportive entrepreneurial community.
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A Glimpse of What You’ll Learn
Why is Latin America a hidden gem for venture capital investIng?
What challenges do global investors face when entering the Latin American market?
How to leverage Silicon Valley background to drive success in Latin America?
What makes local knowledge crucial for successful investments in the region?
How to build networks supporting women in VC and entrepreneurship in LatAm?
How can personal values shape professional success in the venture capital world?
How to identify and build a career around your strengths?
Why expose your children to discussions about business opportunities ?
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Christine Kenna
Partner at IGNIA Venture Capital
Christine Kenna, an alumna of the Harvard Business School, is Partner at IGNIA, a leading venture capital fund investing in global technology companies reinventing the way to do business across Latin America. Christine, a trailblazer in the investor and entrepreneurial ecosystems, co-founded Mujeres Invirtiendo and MBA Mujeres de México to accelerate the careers of professional women in LatAm. With 15+ years of VC experience, she serves on IGNIA´s boards and is an independent Board Member of ALSEA and the Kauffman Fellows. Recognized as one of Latin America’s top female investors, Christine’s background includes leadership roles at Google, EF Education First, and EY Parthenon and The Guggenheim Foundation. Christine did her undergraduate degree at Duke University and is a Kauffman Fellow.