Manoel Lemos

Manoel Lemos is a highly experienced technology entrepreneur and venture capitalist with over 28 years in the tech world. He transitioned from a computer engineer and hands-on developer to founding and leading multiple startups, including a pioneering mobile internet service, BlogBlogs (Brazil's largest blog indexer), and WebCo Internet S/A. His entrepreneurial journey, starting with self-taught programming in Brazil and extending to Silicon Valley, highlights his deep understanding of technology innovation and business development. manoellemos+1

As a Managing Partner at Redpoint eventures since 2014, Manoel Lemos is a key figure in the Latin American startup ecosystem, focusing on early-stage investments. He has been instrumental in supporting several unicorns like Creditas, Wellhub (formerly Gympass), and Pismo (acquired by Visa for $1 billion), as well as other notable startups, guiding them through growth, strategic decisions, and technological challenges. manoellemos+1

Lemos possesses a strong technical foundation as a computer engineer from UNICAMP, with an early fascination for the internet and high-performance computing. His hands-on approach to technology is evident in his personal projects, such as a 3D visualization of the SF Bay using Three.js and an open-source COVID-19 tracking project for Brazil, demonstrating a continuous passion for building and experimenting with new technologies, especially in the realms of AI, robotics, blockchain, and quantum computing. manoellemos+3

With executive education from top institutions like MIT Sloan, Harvard Business School, and Stanford University Graduate School of Business, Manoel Lemos combines his technical and entrepreneurial background with strategic and leadership expertise. He actively bridges Silicon Valley and Brazil, applying global best practices to foster local tech entrepreneurship and innovation. manoellemos+1