ALAS

Invitation-only regional gathering

ALAS Annual
Leaders Summit
2026

From Nature to Innovation: Latin America United.

Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia November 4–7, 2026

A curated, invitation-only gathering of the leaders shaping entrepreneurship, investment, technology, public policy and innovation across Latin America.

Participation is by invitation only. Tickets are not available for public purchase.

Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia
200Invited leaders
24Latin American countries
4Days of regional collaboration
1Shared regional agenda

The next chapter of Latin American innovation

Latin America is ready for its next chapter.

The region is producing globally competitive startups, attracting capital and building stronger connections between governments, corporations, universities and investors. One challenge remains: integration.

The Summit exists to connect ecosystems and turn regional ambition into collaboration, investment and action.

Unlike traditional conferences, the ALAS Annual Leaders Summit is designed around public-private dialogue, regional cooperation, strategic partnerships and tangible outcomes.

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Curated by design

A selected community of decision-makers, investors, founders, public leaders and ecosystem builders.

02

Regional by nature

A common agenda connecting multiple Latin American ecosystems in one room.

03

Built for action

Task Forces, strategic conversations and relationships designed to continue after the Summit.

Who you'll meet

The people shaping Latin America's next decade.

A highly curated community connecting public policy, capital, entrepreneurship, corporate innovation, academia and international cooperation.

Government & Public Sector

Ministers · Governors · Mayors · Innovation agencies · Economic development authorities · Public policy leaders

Investment

Venture capital · Angel investors · Family offices · Development banks · Institutional investors

Entrepreneurship

Startup founders · Scaleups · High-growth companies · Ecosystem builders

Corporations

C-level executives · Innovation directors · Corporate strategy · Open innovation leaders

Academia & Innovation

Universities · Accelerators · Innovation hubs · Researchers · Science & technology organizations

International Organizations

Development banks · Multilateral organizations · Regional institutions · International cooperation agencies

Four days of regional collaboration

One Summit. Four distinct experiences.

Each day is designed around a different layer of regional leadership — from government and policy to capital, ecosystems and the host city.

Government & Ministerial Summit
November 4

Government & Ministerial Summit

An exclusive day for government representatives, public authorities and institutional leaders.

  • Government & public policy
  • Smart & sustainable cities
  • GovTech and AI
  • Regional cooperation
Government RSVP
ALAS Leaders Summit
November 5

ALAS Leaders Summit

The main conference day bringing founders, investors, governments, corporations and ecosystem leaders together.

  • Country & institutional roundtables
  • Task Force results
  • Entrepreneurship, science & innovation
  • Cross-border collaboration
Full Summit RSVP
Capital & Ecosystem Day
November 6

Capital & Ecosystem Day

Where capital, founders and innovation ecosystems meet through visits, forums and strategic conversations.

  • Innovation ecosystem tour
  • Capital Forum
  • Venture Capital & Corporates
  • M&A, liquidity and scale
Capital Forum RSVP
Santa Cruz Experience
November 7

Santa Cruz Experience

A final day designed for relationships, culture and informal networking in the host city.

  • City experience
  • Local culture
  • Delegate networking
  • Santa Cruz connections

Designed differently

This is not a conference of thousands.

It is a room intentionally built for people who can create partnerships, influence policy, unlock capital and move ecosystems forward.

Curated AudienceEvery participant is invited or selected.
Meaningful ConnectionsDesigned to create conversations, not crowds.
Regional InfluenceLeaders from across Latin America addressing shared challenges.
Action-OrientedDialogue, Task Forces and partnerships that continue after the Summit.
Catedral de Santa Cruz de la Sierra entre a vegetação tropical
Ilustração de onça-pintada, símbolo da biodiversidade amazônica
Santa Cruz de la SierraSanta Cruz de la Sierra

Santa Cruz de la Sierra · Bolivia

Latin America meets in Santa Cruz.

For four days, Santa Cruz de la Sierra becomes a meeting point for a regional conversation around entrepreneurship, investment, technology, public policy and sustainable development.

The host-city experience is part of the Summit itself: delegates connect with the local innovation ecosystem while experiencing the culture and energy of Santa Cruz.

Where nature, entrepreneurship and a new generation of Latin American leadership meet.

ALAS

ALAS — Latin American Startup Alliance

One region. One connected innovation ecosystem.

ALAS — Latin American Startup Alliance connects startups, investors, governments, corporations, universities, innovation hubs and ecosystem leaders to accelerate innovation, investment and regional cooperation across Latin America.

Startups & ScaleupsInvestors & CapitalGovernmentsCorporationsUniversitiesInnovation Hubs

Regional collaboration

Built with the institutions that make ecosystems move.

Organized by

ALAS
Babasú VenturesUTEPSA

Institutional Government Partner

Gobierno Autónomo Departamental de Santa CruzGobierno Autónomo Municipal de Santa Cruz de la SierraConsulado de Brasil en Santa Cruz
Official logo pending

Strategic Support

ASEB — Asociación de Emprendedores de BoliviaBOCAPJuventud EmpresaUna Gran NaciónStartup Genome

Sponsors

Embol
Official logo pending

Invitation only

This room is intentionally limited.

Participation is reserved for invited members of the ALAS community, official delegations, Summit partners and selected leaders from the Latin American innovation ecosystem. There are no public ticket sales.

FAQ

Before you join us in Bolivia.

Can I buy a ticket?

No. The ALAS Annual Leaders Summit is an invitation-only gathering and tickets are not available for public purchase.

How can I participate?

Participation is available through an official invitation from ALAS, an ALAS Ambassador, a Summit Partner, an official delegation or an approved invitation request.

Is my invitation transferable?

Invitations are intended for the selected guest and should not be transferred without approval from the organizing team.

Where will the Summit take place?

The Summit will take place in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia. Venue and access details are shared with confirmed delegates according to each agenda.

Can I attend only one Summit experience?

Yes. Government and Capital participants may confirm attendance specifically for their dedicated agendas through the corresponding invitation links.

How can my organization become a partner?

Contact partnership@alas.global.