ProChile USA

A fruitful week for 10 innovative Chilean companies in Miami!! The fifth cohort of ProChile’s and CORFO | Chilean Economic Development Agency #GoGlobal Program, featuring Acústica Marina SpA, UPAGO, Rubtec, Rocketbot Robotic Process Automation (RPA), Pegasi, Swetekno Latam SAS BIC, Candel Medical Company (SUP'23), GUAYACÁN SOLUTIONS, OK to Shop, and Vehice Lab, gained critical insights into entering the U.S. market and connected with key players in South Florida’s vibrant business ecosystem. The week included sessions covering essential topics, from product-market fit and pitch training to the local vibrant ecosystem for innovation and technology companies. A huge thank you to the teams at ProChile USA, CIC, and IMPACTIFI⚙️ for their tremendous work, as well as our local partners for their invaluable support!! We’re also excited to highlight the signing of our MOU with The Venture Mentoring Team enabling more companies to receive mentorship for growth in the U.S. market. Key highlights included: - Meetings with investors and successful entrepreneurs, sharing insights on scaling in the U.S. - A demo pitch to showcase innovations and engage with future mentors. - Industry site visits for firsthand experience of the local business landscape. - Customized 1:1 meetings. Here’s to continued collaboration and success in expanding our innovative reach! 🚀 🇨🇱 🇺🇸 eMerge Americas Silvia Clarke Lab22c Saif Ishoof Florida International University Miami Dade College PortMiami Miami Airport LLC Leon Medical Centers SelectFlorida Venture Miami | Department of Economic Innovation and Development Miami-Dade County International Trade Consortium #imcritical Dr. Gabriela Geron #Innovation #ChileanCompanies #Miami #USMarket #Partnerships #GoGlobal2024

This week ProChile brought artificial intelligence solutions and cutting-edge technologies from Chile to the Los Angeles-California innovation ecosystem, with this new delegation “Investment Readiness LA 2024”. 5 outstanding companies had a comprehensive market entry program to create high value networks, pitch and refine their value propositions with investors, and address strategic topics on business valuation, options for raising funds, IP, taxation, suggested legal structures, transfer pricing and how it all relates to the Chile-U.S. Double Tax Treaty. ✅ ACOT Systems, AI-based wildfire detection and management platform. Gonzalo Alcaíno Cruz ✅ DROVID Technologies Commercial Surveillance & Protection. Cristian León Ibarra ✅ INNERVYCS - Pioneering AI-Driven Off-road Autonomy for enhanced and safer navigation Ian Hughes, Juan Contreras Noce ✅ Reite, AI-powered Autonomous Stores, Sebastian Muñoz Arriaza ✅ VMOVE, Intelligent mobility platform for shared transportation. Carlos Lecourtois 👊 Congratulations and thanks to all the founders for this amazing experience! Special thanks to our strategic partners for making this program possible Michael McClune, Chris Lynch and Darren Eng of LAVA Los Angeles Venture Association, connecting the delegation with leading organizations and prominent LA executives and entrepreneurs: Jasmine Foroutan - Pitch Genius; Binti Yost and Weston Krider-KPMG ; Kayvon Moshiri - Plug and Play Tech Center; Kenji (Ken) Funahashi - Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati; Daniel Wu - O'Melveny & Myers LLP; Emi Wayner - Google, Startups & VC; Roberto Martinez - Braven; Ivy A C Bliss - Brand LA; Matthew Douglas and Sree B. - HSBC Global Innovative Banking; Frank Mastronuzzi and Eleazar JAVIER Saldivia - PunchUP Ventures; Garrett Gilbertson - SUM Ventures; Pablo Osorio Martini - ClearClub; James Cummings and Matthew Kolkin - VP London & Partners; Stacyann P. Russell - Executive Director of I-HUB Core West USC. Our Los Angeles office lead but its Trade Commissioner IAN FREDERICK, and Angel Gallardo Montiel, continue to connect our vibrant ecosystem of entrepreneurship, innovation and technology companies with the opportunities and networks of the California ecosystems (Silicon Valley and Los Angeles).

Congratulations to Paula Ossandón for this recognition! As a board member of Corporación Chilena del Documental CCDoc, and Director of the Chilean Documentary Sector Brand, CHILEDOC, Paula was invited to join the board of the International Documentary Association IDA. The United States is a key market for Chilean documentaries, and Chiledoc has consistently worked to strengthen its presence and impact in the region.

An Incredible Week for Chile in Atlanta!! A productive agenda of meetings was held by the representatives of our country's creative industries, where they engaged with various experts and counterparts. Diego Rougier, Asociación de Productores de Cine y Television (APCT), Api Chile - Independent Producers Association of Chile, Daniela Raviola Jara, Ximena Araya Gutiérrez, Chilean Animation, Paula Ossandón Cabrera, Corporación Chilena del Documental CCDoc, Sven von Brand Laredo, Video Games Chile, had the opportunity to discuss the development of their industries and explore future opportunities, as well as visit the largest studio in North America Trilith Studios. We are grateful for the support of our partners who made this first visit a great experience Grant Wainscott Asante Bradford Chris Escobar Todd Harris Jeasy S. Brennen Dicker, Nathan Archer, Chad Eikhoff Andrew Greenberg Lindsey Wooddy Additionally, more than 90 companies represented Chile at the The Global Produce and Floral Show #GPFS2024. Our International Director, Natalia Arcos, and Trade Commissioner Claudia Serrer, visited several local retailers with the delegation and participated in the opening ceremony of Frutas de Chile. 🇨🇱 🇺🇸 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 #PartnersForABetterFuture

Honored to host today @ProChile USA in collaboration with the Metro Atlanta Chamber our event "Partners for a Better Future" in the beautiful city of Atlanta. The purpose of this event is to strengthen the ties between Chile 🇨🇱 and the United States 🇺🇸, focusing on the evolution of our bilateral relations and exploring how we can jointly shape the next decades. We would like to express our special gratitude to our esteemed authorities: Ambassador Juan Gabriel Valdés International Director Natalia Arcos Pino and Ambassador Bernadette Meehan for their participation in this activity. We also thank our outstanding moderator Humberto Lopez-Mata and our panelists Lizann Grupalo Horacio Fuentes, Manuel Vial Comber, and Andres Rodriguez for their insightful conversation and valuable perspectives A special mention goes to John W. Woodward, Vice President of Global Commerce at the Metro Atlanta Chamber, and our Trade Commissioner Claudia Serrer for fostering a valuable partnership between our organizations. We also extend our gratitude to our sponsors: Delta Air Lines, WINES OF CHILE USA Ventisquero Wine Estates, Montes Wines Pisco Capel, VEUS and to the two Chilean companies showcasing their solutions today: Kran Nanobubble and Eskuad Together, let’s build a brighter future! #PartnersForABetterFuture #Collaboration #Innovation #Sustainability

We’re continuing to expand the U.S. market for Chilean companies at #Enexpro #Tech 2024! 🌟 ProChile USA is present at #Enexpro #Tech 2024, seeking opportunities for Chilean companies and startups to launch and grow in the U.S. market. This event, organized by ProChile brings together more than 150 companies from sectors like Fintech, EdTech, Cybersecurity, Agritech, and IT, focusing on B2B meetings. Counterparts from New York and Miami are now in Chile, holding meetings and forging powerful connections to drive this expansion forward! #innovation #tech

Happy National Day 👏   On September 18th, we proudly celebrate our traditions and the rich history that unites us as a nation. From the cueca dance to family barbecues, these national day remind us of the value of our identity and culture.   🗓️ On this special date, we also recognize the work of those who take the best of Chile to the world. 🌎 ProChile supports thousands of entrepreneurs and exporters, promoting our products—from wines to crafts—across all five continents.    Chile grows and shines thanks to everyone! Let’s enjoy together, celebrate with pride, and continue showcasing the best of our land to the world.

During New York Fashion Week, three talented Chilean designers #dusocl #lupegajardo and #susana_arredondov showcased their innovative and captivating collections. It’s worth noting that #lupegajardo and #susana_arredondov participation was alongside #andesfashionweekchile, the first Chilean fashion event to present a Capsule of Chilean design at New York Fashion Week. ProChile has been continuously supporting the fashion sector through various global initiatives, and this occasion was no exception. Our New York Office, led by Andrea Sapag was proud to be present and engage with all the companies involved.

This week, IAN FREDERICK, ProChile's Trade Commissioner for the US West Coast, visited Denver, Colorado on an in-depth trade mission aimed at exploring new opportunities for Chilean exports and startups. Here are the key highlights: 👉 Denver: As the largest access hub in the interior West Coast of the USA and home to the nation's largest and third-busiest airport, Denver is a strategic center for business development in the region. It provides an ideal platform for Chilean companies to connect with leading industries and businesses. 👉 Colorado's Opportunities: The state offers opportunities for Chilean industries in sectors such as hydrogen technologies, mining equipment and services (METS), cleantech and climate solutions, seafood, and wines. Colorado is home to several leading industries in the Midwest region of the US that align well with Chilean expertise. 👉 Key Meetings: Notable meetings during the visit included discussions with the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade, the Denver Economic Development & Opportunity, the Venture Capital Authority, the COLORADO CLEANTECH INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION FOUNDATION INC, the Colorado Mining Association, the Colorado BioScience Association, the Ag Innovation Center at Colorado State University, and key companies importing Chilean food and beverage products. 👉 A Networking Reception organized by the Biennial of the Americas provided a great occasion to continue building on the collaborative efforts initiated during their Summit of the Americas delegation to Chile in 2023, which involved over 90 companies and officials. In conclusion, the mission successfully strengthened ties with the Colorado and Denver business communities and authorities, paving the way for future business programs, activities, and delegations from Chile. The visit underscored the friendly business ecosystem in Colorado, setting the stage for increased Chilean business engagement. #Prochile #ProchileUSA

🍇 Chile is a winemaking paradise, globally recognized for the exceptional quality of its wines. Reliable, sustainable, and of world-class quality, a prestige that has made it the 4th largest wine exporter in the world and the 1st in the New World. Happy Chilean Wine Day, Cheers! 🇨🇱🍇 ProChile Wines of Chile / Vinos de Chile #VinoChileno #Vino #Wine #DiaNacionalDelVino #DiaDelVinoChileno