Brian Condenanza

Brian Condenanza is an Argentine venture capitalist and entrepreneur who drives innovation across blockchain finance, frontier fintech, and mission-focused investments. He is the Founder and Managing Partner of Hevea Capital, an early-stage venture capital firm investing in transformative fintech and artificial intelligence startups across Latin America, Europe and global emerging markets. Recognized on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list (Finance, 2022), Condenanza believes in a rigorous investment approach focused on scalable financial infrastructure, AI-driven efficiency tools, and Web3-enabled economic inclusion. He is a TEDx Speaker (Blockchain for a Better World, 2020, Haut Lac, Switzerland), and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA). At Hevea Capital, Condenanza leads investments in AI/ML-first financial services (underwriting, fraud prevention, hyper personalized banking), decentralized finance (DeFi) infrastructure for emerging markets, cross border payment and credit solutions bridging LatAm, Asia, and Africa and regulatory technology (RegTech) addressing compliance complexity. Condenanza champions “profit with purpose” investing, leveraging technology to reduce financial inequality while delivering venture scale returns. He is particularly focused on startups that serve low-income populations, women-led businesses, and rural communities historically excluded from formal finance. He has contributed his expertise to various business publications and written articles on the subject, further solidifying his reputation as a thought leader in the field. Condenanza has a unique perspective on the constantly evolving world of finance. He recognizes the potential for financial technology and impact investing to bring about positive change, but is also aware of the limitations and practicalities of these industries. Despite this, he remains dedicated to investing in startups that align with his values and promoting better business practices through the flow of capital.