CURATED BY DESIGN
A selected community of decision-makers, investors, founders, public leaders and ecosystem builders.
INVITATION-ONLY REGIONAL GATHERING
ALAS Annual
Leaders Summit
2026.
FROM NATURE TO INNOVATION: LATIN AMERICA UNITED.
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.
200Invited leaders
34Countries
4Days of regional collaboration
1Shared regional agenda
01 / 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.
REGIONAL BY NATURE
A common agenda connecting multiple Latin American ecosystems in one room.
BUILT FOR ACTION
Task Forces, strategic conversations and relationships designed to continue after the Summit.
02 / 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
Voices of the Summit
Confirmed
speakers
Liliam Carrete
Coordinator, Professional Master's Program in Entrepreneurship FEA–USP
Brazil
Etienne Gillard
Head of Ventures at Mana Tech & Chairman of the Board ALAS
United States
Gonçalo Neves-Correia
CEO and Founding Partner at ThirdWay Partners
United Kingdom
Ruben Dabdoub
Rector of UTEPSA
Bolivia
Junior Rodrigues
President of ALAS & CEO of Hub Conecta
Brazil
Marcelo Gutierrez
CEO LlamitAI
Bolivia
Naira Bonifácio
LATAM Representative Startup Genome
Brazil
Christian Quiñonez Sol
Managing Partner & Co-Founder Innogen Capital Ventures & Board Member ALAS & President CAPCA
El Salvador
Tomas Denecken
Co-Founder & Managing Partner 30N Ventures
Chile
Nicole Bersaty
Co-founder Mobi Latam & Scale Up Endeavor
Bolivia
Alvaro Villarroel
Project Manager at SOLYDES Foundation & Fund Manager at Escalatec
Bolivia
Corina Marion
Managing Partner at Babasú Ventures
Bolivia
Omaira Saucedo
CMO & Co-founder at tuGerente
Bolivia
Rodrigo Garcia
Co-Founder & CEO Suyana Climate Insurance
Bolivia
Sebastian Palatnik
Co-founder Fraktal IA Venture Builder
Argentina
Juan de Dios
Director of Innovation, Santa Cruz Departmental Government
Bolivia
Denisse Chávez
President of ASEB
Bolivia
Ana Marietta Colanzi
Director Fonabosque
Bolivia
Maria Mercedes Roca
Agricultural Biotechnology Policy Expert
Bolivia
Federico Ernesto Viscarra
Science Officer - Science Panel for the Amazon SDSN
Bolivia
Carola Capra
Executive Director at Grupo Nueva Economía
Bolivia
Javier Martinez
Principal AI Fellow Base Capital
Venezuela
Alejandra Caballero
Promoter of innovation ecosystems and strategic connections
Bolivia
Viviana Coloma
Program Director SOLYDES Accelerator & Managing Partner Escalatec
Bolivia
Jean Paul Guzmán
UTEPSA Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE)
Bolivia
Andrei Golfeto
LatAm Startups & VCs Manager – NVIDIA Inception
Brazil
Erick Valverde
Co-founder of Kopi Inteligencia Artificial, OsBolivia Software Factory, Medicinets and Vaka; Co-founder & CTO of Covaler Group LLC
Bolivia
Nicole Carranza
Founder NGROWTH
Peru
Álvaro Vásquez de La Vega
Country Manager Yango Bolivia
Bolivia
Chintan Vaishnav
Researcher at MIT & Academic Director of the Tata Center for Technology and Design
United States
Juan Pablo Velasco
Governor of Santa Cruz
Bolivia
Andrea Ballivián
Bolivian National Deputy
Bolivia
Erick Ovando
Director of Science, Technology and Innovation of Bolivia
Bolivia
Carolina Maia
Representative of FINEP (Financing Agency for Studies and Projects) Brazil
Brazil
Romina da Ré
National Director of Entrepreneurship at the Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MIC) of Paraguay
Paraguay
Javiera Araneda de la Sotta
Executive Director of Start-Up Chile by Corfo
Chile
Nora Martin
General Director of PROJAL (Promoter of Financing for the Development of Jalisco)
Mexico
03 / FOUR DAYS OF REGIONAL COLLABORATION
One summit. Five distinct experiences.
04 — 07 / 11 / 2026
Each day is designed around a different layer of regional leadership — from government and policy to capital, ecosystems and the host city.
November 4, 202608:00–20:00 · GMT−4
III Foro Brasil-Bolivia de Innovación
ALAS is supporting this event at the invitation of the Brazilian Consulate, with 50 ALAS guests taking part in the III Foro Brasil-Bolivia de Innovación.
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November 5, 202608:00–18:00 · GMT−4
ALAS Annual Leaders Summit
The annual strategic meeting of ALAS directors, country representatives and partners to review progress, strengthen cross-border collaboration and define regional priorities for 2027.
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November 6, 202608:30–14:00 · GMT−4
Innovation Ecosystem Tour – Santa Cruz
Explore Santa Cruz’s innovation ecosystem with visits to CAINCO, UPB – Aceleratec and Univalle. Departing from UTEPSA, this experience is limited to 50 Summit participants.
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November 6, 202613:00–18:00 · GMT−4
ALAS Capital Forum
An investment forum connecting venture capital, private equity, family offices and startup founders to explore cross-border investment, growth capital and regional collaboration.
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November 7, 202609:00–13:30 · GMT−4
City Tour – Descubre Santa Cruz
Discover Santa Cruz’s historic centre, the Triángulo de Oro, Urubó and Porongo. A free cultural tour for 25 Summit guests and participants; meals and the optional lunch are not included.
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Four days. Every confirmed session.
- 08:0020:00
III Foro Brasil-Bolivia de Innovación
The Brazilian Consulate is one of the organizers of the III Foro Brasil-Bolivia de Innovación. ALAS is supporting the event at the invitation of the Consulate, with 50 ALAS guests taking part.
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 AUDIENCE
Every participant is invited or selected.
MEANINGFUL CONNECTIONS
Designed to create conversations, not crowds.
REGIONAL INFLUENCE
Leaders from across Latin America addressing shared challenges.
ACTION-ORIENTED
Dialogue, Task Forces and partnerships that continue after the Summit.
04 / 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.
05 / Where to stay
Hotel Camino Real Santa Cruz
We have partnered with the Hotel Camino Real Santa Cruz to offer Summit participants a special rate during the event.
Located near the business district, 10 km from downtown Santa Cruz de la Sierra, the hotel offers an outdoor pool with a slide, an indoor pool, a spa with sauna and hot tub, modern rooms with Wi-Fi, air conditioning and cable TV, plus the La Tranquera and Novo Cafe Lounge restaurants, a fully equipped gym with steam bath and a kids playground.
Book with the special rate
Opens WhatsApp and connects you with the hotel team.
Special rates for Summit participants
Simple de Lujo1 or 2 people
USD99per nightDoble de Lujo2 people
USD109per nightRates in US dollars, per night. Official exchange rate: 10.00.
The rate includes
- Buffet breakfast, 7:00 to 10:30
- High-speed Wi-Fi
- Welcome drink
- Pool, saunas and gym, 10:00 to 20:00
- Business center
- Indoor parking
Check-in from 15:00 · Check-out until 12:00 · Corporate rates confirmed by the hotel for the 2026 season.
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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.
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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.