"Cut The Check" with Mack Meyer | VC Mx

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"Cut The Check" is where venture capital, startups, and entrepreneurship intersect, spanning emerging markets and beyond. Hosted by Mack Meyer, we break down what it really takes to secure funding, straight from the investors writing the checks and the founders closing the rounds. Each episode dives into the strategies behind winning term sheets, scaling startups, and making bold bets, featuring insightful conversations with top VCs, angel investors, and entrepreneurs. From first checks to follow-ons and exits, Cut the Check delivers an unfiltered, inside look at the art of deal-making and the future of venture capital. New episodes weekly. Interested in Connecting with us?  team@venturecapitalmx.com

  1. Unlocking Latin America’s Tech Potential

    12/22/2025

    Unlocking Latin America’s Tech Potential

    Join us in this insightful episode as we chat with Erin Winslow, Partner at Nazca, about her inspiring journey from Austin, Texas, to becoming a key player in Latin America's tech and venture capital scene. Erin shares her experiences working with major tech companies like Google and Salesforce, her passion for Latin American markets, and her transition into venture capital. Discover how Erin's competitive spirit and adaptability have shaped her career, and gain valuable insights into the unique challenges and opportunities in emerging markets. Whether you're interested in tech, venture capital, or Latin America, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration Send us a text Cut The Check w/ Mack Meyer is a podcast about venture capital, startups, and entrepreneurship in Latin America and beyond. New episodes drop every week. Subscribe on Spotify Stay connected with us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Have a guest suggestion? Email us at team@venturecapitalmx.com

    43 min
  2. Redefining E-commerce In Latin America | Nicolas Camhi

    12/16/2025

    Redefining E-commerce In Latin America | Nicolas Camhi

    Join us as we explore the entrepreneurial journey of Nicolás, the founder of Vambe, a revolutionary platform reshaping customer engagement in Latin America. Discover how Nicolás navigated the challenges of building a tech startup, his insights on the future of e-commerce, and the innovative solutions Vambe offers to businesses across Latam. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in technology, entrepreneurship, and the dynamic landscape of Latin American markets. Send us a text Cut The Check w/ Mack Meyer is a podcast about venture capital, startups, and entrepreneurship in Latin America and beyond. New episodes drop every week. Subscribe on Spotify Stay connected with us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Have a guest suggestion? Email us at team@venturecapitalmx.com

    36 min
  3. Navigating the Leap from Crypto to Sports | Bárbara González

    11/06/2025

    Navigating the Leap from Crypto to Sports | Bárbara González

    In this episode, Bárbara shares her insights on navigating career shifts, balancing professional ambitions with family life, and the evolving landscape of entrepreneurship in Latin America.  Discover how her experiences at Bitso shaped her approach to innovation and why she believes in the power of sports to connect and inspire. Tune in for an engaging conversation filled with valuable lessons and inspiring stories. Send us a text Cut The Check w/ Mack Meyer is a podcast about venture capital, startups, and entrepreneurship in Latin America and beyond. New episodes drop every week. Subscribe on Spotify Stay connected with us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Have a guest suggestion? Email us at team@venturecapitalmx.com

    50 min
  4. The Art of Seed & Why Latin America | Ben Narasin

    10/24/2025

    The Art of Seed & Why Latin America | Ben Narasin

    In this engaging conversation, Mack Meyer interviews Ben, a seasoned entrepreneur turned investor, about his journey from starting his first business at age 12 to becoming a prominent figure in the venture capital world. Ben shares insights into his experiences with early-stage investing, the importance of choosing the right board members, and his passion for seed investing.  The episode also explores Ben's perspective on the venture capital landscape in Latin America and his admiration for the drive and focus of Latin American founders. Fllow us on social media @venturecapitalmx for more updates on LatAm Venture anf Fintech. Send us a text Cut The Check w/ Mack Meyer is a podcast about venture capital, startups, and entrepreneurship in Latin America and beyond. New episodes drop every week. Subscribe on Spotify Stay connected with us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Have a guest suggestion? Email us at team@venturecapitalmx.com

    41 min
  5. From Paris to Mexico: A Journey in D2C Entrepreneurship and launching Sarelly Sarelly | Rémi Martini

    10/14/2025

    From Paris to Mexico: A Journey in D2C Entrepreneurship and launching Sarelly Sarelly | Rémi Martini

    Remi, a French entrepreneur living in Mexico, shares his journey from working at L'Oreal and Coty to founding a successful D2C brand targeting the Latino community. He discusses the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of resilience and adaptability.  Remi highlights the untapped potential of the Hispanic Gen Z market in the U.S. and Mexico, and his vision to create a leading Mexican brand in fashion and cosmetics. He also reflects on his personal experiences as an LGBT founder and the significance of creating a safe space for self-expression. Send us a text Cut The Check w/ Mack Meyer is a podcast about venture capital, startups, and entrepreneurship in Latin America and beyond. New episodes drop every week. Subscribe on Spotify Stay connected with us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Have a guest suggestion? Email us at team@venturecapitalmx.com

    39 min
  6. Building a Bootstrapped Company, Selling to Silicon Valley Giant, Why Latin America Needs to Build More and Consume Less Technology | Angel Cisneros

    09/19/2025

    Building a Bootstrapped Company, Selling to Silicon Valley Giant, Why Latin America Needs to Build More and Consume Less Technology | Angel Cisneros

    In this conversation, Angel Cisneros shares his entrepreneurial journey, detailing his early interests in technology and sports, the inspiration behind his startup Quiubas, and the challenges he faced in building the product. He discusses the growth of the company, its acquisition by Twilio, and reflects on the lessons learned throughout his journey. Angel also emphasizes the importance of AI in Latin America and offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, highlighting the need for clarity in their goals and the significance of building a sustainable business. Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:57 Background 03:00 Early Influences and Sports Background 05:15 The Entrepreneurial Spark 07:35 Why Technology? 09:54 The Birth of Quiubas 12:10 Challenges and Early Development of Quiubas 15:19 The Early Days of Connectivity 18:10 Navigating Market Challenges 19:52 Financial Scarcity  20:59 The Rise of Mobile Penetration  24:02 The Acquisition Journey 25:55 Reflections on Leadership and Growth 27:20 Why Go Back For More? 29:12 Sharing Knowledge and Experiences 31:37 The AI Ecosystem in LATAM 33:54 Challenges in AI Adoption 37:39 Building a Sustainable Tech Infrastructure 39:16 Navigating Startup Ecosystems 44:10 The Future of Founders in Mexico 49:23 Outro Send us a text Cut The Check w/ Mack Meyer is a podcast about venture capital, startups, and entrepreneurship in Latin America and beyond. New episodes drop every week. Subscribe on Spotify Stay connected with us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Have a guest suggestion? Email us at team@venturecapitalmx.com

    50 min
  7. Silicon Valley Partner to top Latam Founders | Ivan Montoya, Managing Partner NuMundo Ventures

    08/20/2025

    Silicon Valley Partner to top Latam Founders | Ivan Montoya, Managing Partner NuMundo Ventures

    Summary In this conversation, Ivan Montoya shares his journey from Colombia to the U.S., highlighting the influence of his family and education on his career path. He discusses his experiences at Harvard, the transition to the professional world, and the lessons learned from working in startups. Ivan emphasizes the importance of qualities like humility and competitiveness in successful founders and reflects on his entry into angel investing and the unique mission of NuMundo Ventures. He also addresses the challenges faced by Latin American entrepreneurs and the impact of the pandemic on the startup ecosystem, concluding with insights on product-market fit and the significance of building authentic relationships in venture capital. Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:49 Ivan's Journey: Colombia to the US 03:48 Education and Early Influences 05:01 Swimming & Discipline 06:09 Harvard and Impact on your Career 08:13 Jorge Dominguez's Class: Cuban Revolution 09:05 "Reasonable People can have Different Opinions" 10:07 Early Career 11:03 "I have seen the good, the bad, and the ugly" 11:28 Pre Product Market Fit vs. Post Product Market Fit 12:49 "Everybody likes to hike, but who wants to climb Mt. Everest" 14:26 Qualities that Make Great Founders 16:08 Why Angel Investing? 20:25 Building a Network in Silicon Valley 24:59 The Pandemic & Effect on Latam ecosystem 27:16 The Laws of Physics 28:16 NuMundo's Ventures Inception 30:24 NuMundo Ventures' Approach 32:27 The Founder is important, but not everything 34:07 Glimpse into NuMundo's Portfolio 40:24 When Investing in Consumer Fintech 43:10  "I want to feel like I am being shared a secret" 45:23 Find the Right Capital Partner 47:32 "How do you get to 1m, 10m, & 100m?" 48:35 Final Thoughts 53:49 Outro Send us a text Cut The Check w/ Mack Meyer is a podcast about venture capital, startups, and entrepreneurship in Latin America and beyond. New episodes drop every week. Subscribe on Spotify Stay connected with us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Have a guest suggestion? Email us at team@venturecapitalmx.com

    54 min
  8. Rebuilding Trust Through Consumer Credit in Venezuela | Pedro Vallenilla, CEO & Co Founder of Cashea

    07/22/2025

    Rebuilding Trust Through Consumer Credit in Venezuela | Pedro Vallenilla, CEO & Co Founder of Cashea

    CHAPTERS: Introduction and Early LifeMack Meyer introduces Pedro Vallenilla and discusses his upbringing and early influences.Entrepreneurial BeginningsPedro shares his journey into entrepreneurship, including his early ventures and the pressures of following in his family's footsteps.First Major SuccessDiscussion about Pedro's first successful startup in Venezuela and the challenges he faced.Failures and Lessons LearnedPedro talks about the failures of subsequent startups and the lessons he learned from those experiences.The Birth of CasheaThe story of how Cashea was founded, its impact on Venezuela, and the challenges of launching a fintech company in a difficult economic environment.Building Trust and Credit in VenezuelaPedro explains how Cashea has helped rebuild consumer credit in Venezuela and the importance of trust in their business model.Future of CasheaDiscussion on the future plans for Cashea, including expanding financial services and becoming a super app for Venezuelans.Reflections and Closing ThoughtsPedro reflects on his journey, the impact of Cashea, and his pride in the company's achievements. Send us a text Cut The Check w/ Mack Meyer is a podcast about venture capital, startups, and entrepreneurship in Latin America and beyond. New episodes drop every week. Subscribe on Spotify Stay connected with us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Have a guest suggestion? Email us at team@venturecapitalmx.com

    29 min
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"Cut The Check" is where venture capital, startups, and entrepreneurship intersect, spanning emerging markets and beyond. Hosted by Mack Meyer, we break down what it really takes to secure funding, straight from the investors writing the checks and the founders closing the rounds. Each episode dives into the strategies behind winning term sheets, scaling startups, and making bold bets, featuring insightful conversations with top VCs, angel investors, and entrepreneurs. From first checks to follow-ons and exits, Cut the Check delivers an unfiltered, inside look at the art of deal-making and the future of venture capital. New episodes weekly. Interested in Connecting with us?  team@venturecapitalmx.com

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