Rise Ventures

Rise Ventures, founded in 2016 and based in São Paulo, Brazil, is a venture capital firm that focuses on investments that combine financial returns with positive social and environmental impact. The firm targets three main areas: social inclusion, environmental sustainability, and well-being. Their investments support sectors such as education, healthcare, clean energy, waste management, and sustainable mobility. Key companies in Rise Ventures' portfolio include Hilab, a healthtech focused on rapid diagnostics, and Alicerce Educação, which provides affordable education services. The firm also supports businesses that are part of the circular economy and those working to regenerate natural resources. Led by co-founders Pedro Vilela, Daniel Madureira, and Tiago Longuini, Rise Ventures plays a crucial role in Brazil’s impact investment landscape, driving socio-environmental transformations across the country.