What does
Teilur do?

Teilur adopts a unique approach to venture development, challenging the traditional VC model's high-risk, low-success paradigm. Instead of accepting that only 10% of startups will succeed, we prioritize de-risking from the outset. By structuring each investment with clear, achievable milestones, we enable startups to grow sustainably, emphasizing bootstrapping, pretotyping, and efficiently reaching product-market fit.

Inspired by Y Combinator’s President Garry Tan, we focus on observing users interact with the product from day one. As Garry Tan states, true product design involves identifying where users encounter obstacles, meticulously observing each failure point, and relentlessly refining the product. We encourage founders to "sit next to the user," learning from their pain points and iterating to smooth out every rough edge until the product becomes frictionless.

Additionally, we embrace Sam Altman's concept of compound growth through rapid iteration. Altman emphasizes that achieving even a 2% improvement with each iteration can lead to transformative growth. At Teilur, we push our startups to engage with customers, identify their pain points, deliver tailored products, observe usage, and then rapidly iterate—faster than traditional timelines. By targeting micro-improvements and iterating every few hours instead of every few weeks, we help startups achieve a growth trajectory that compounds rapidly, resulting in exponential progress.

Our model centers on capital efficiency. Each startup receives a personalized support plan, combining infrastructure, resources, and expertise to prioritize early returns. Think of it as investing in a stock with a protective put—capping downside risk while leaving room for unlimited positive gains—rather than risking a binary outcome. This focus on generating early revenue, testing with real customers, and continuous iteration reduces financial risk while maximizing the startup’s growth potential.

This approach is uniquely suited to Latin America start-ups, where limited access to capital necessitates resourcefulness and discipline. In this environment, our model not only empowers startups but also provides a structured pathway that aligns with our mission of sustainable growth and regional transformation.

Our unique insight on LATAM

Teilur’s competitive edge lies in its rare combination of Silicon Valley growth expertise, financial engineering, and deep understanding of Latin America’s business landscape. Our team brings together a CFA charterholder, engineers, and growth hackers with over a decade of experience scaling Fintech and tech startups, including names like Investopedia, Robinhood, Tome AI, and Stash Invest in our portfolio. This expertise enables us to structure deals that align with startup needs, balancing potential returns while reducing the downside risk of initial investments.

Inspired by Mike Maples of Floodgate, we emphasize the importance of having a unique insight into the markets we serve. Our unique insight is our ability to identify and capitalize on opportunities in LATAM that other VCs often overlook. We understand that LATAM startups are among the most de-risked, with many having achieved Product-Market Fit (PMF) but lacking the vision, support, and guidance to scale toward venture-backed growth. By leveraging our deep Silicon Valley background and financial engineering skills, we structure deals that protect capital and minimize risk, ensuring that investments are both secure and primed for growth.

Founded by Juan David Rodriguez, CFA, a leader in Silicon Valley’s tech scene and a native of Mexico and Colombia, Teilur blends the best of both worlds: an intimate knowledge of LATAM’s challenges with a vision to create unicorns that rival those born in Silicon Valley. This dual insight allows us to strategically position Latin American startups for success on a global stage. By working with Teilur, founders gain access to an unparalleled support system that combines market knowledge with financial engineering to create sustainable, high-impact ventures.

Our approach ensures that each startup not only receives the necessary financial backing but also the strategic guidance to implement GenAI effectively. We support businesses that have already navigated the early stages of their journey, providing the technical and AI-driven expertise required to accelerate their growth without the excessive risk typically associated with venture capital investments. This balanced strategy fosters a resilient portfolio where multiple startups can thrive, reducing the dependency on a few high-risk, high-reward exits.

Latin America is on the brink of an AI-driven transformation. The rise of Generative AI technologies makes even the most advanced innovations accessible wherever there is a strong internet connection. At Teilur AI, we see AI as the catalyst that empowers LATAM startups to compete globally and develop solutions tailored to the region’s unique challenges. Just like we saw the Smartphone and even the Internet become the catalyst of multiple unicorns, we see GenAI as a new catalyst or "inflection point" to create the new generation of start-ups.

Teilur AI equips Latin American founders with the tools to create AI-driven products and services that can revolutionize industries such as finance, healthcare, tourism and education. We bridge the gap between AI’s vast potential and LATAM’s pressing needs, giving startups the edge to make a significant impact both locally and internationally. In a region where the demand for capital often exceeds supply, Teilur AI’s venture studio model enables startups to leverage AI as a cost-effective solution, driving real and transformative change.

Bridging Human and Artificial Intelligence to Shape Latin America's Future

‍At Teilur AI, we believe that artificial intelligence will enhance, not replace, human intelligence. In today’s competitive landscape, human capabilities that integrate AI are essential to staying ahead. Our mission is to bridge this gap by enhancing human potential with the transformative power of AI, unlocking new possibilities across various industries.

‍Building the Future of GenAI-Driven Ventures in LATAM

‍The launch of EnglishCode.ai and Teilur Talent marks just the beginning of Teilur AI’s journey as the first GenAI-focused venture studio in Latin America. We are not merely creating AI-driven startups; we are laying the groundwork for a long-term transformation in how businesses are built, talent is developed, and knowledge is exported from the region.

Our vision is to lead the widespread adoption of Generative AI in Latin America, fostering a new generation of AI-powered startups across sectors like education, healthcare, and finance. By embedding GenAI into the core of business development, we aim to establish Latin America as a global leader in technological innovation.

Our mission extends beyond building companies; we strive to shape entire systems that deliver positive ROI for the region’s workforce, educational institutions, and investors.We envision a world where AI-enhanced learning and development make education and skills training universally accessible. This accessibility will enable every individual to reach their fullest potential, ensuring that Latin America’s talent not only competes but thrives on a global stage. As Teilur AI continues to launch and support high-impact startups, we are paving the way for a future where human and artificial intelligence work seamlessly together to elevate Latin America’s economy and global presence.

Redefining Venture Capital with Strategic Risk Management

‍At Teilur AI, we challenge the traditional VC model by adopting a different risk-reward appetite. Instead of relying on the conventional 10% success rate, we focus on de-risking investments from the start. Our approach ensures that the capital we inject into startups is returned as soon as possible, minimizing the risk of multiple losses.

Inspired by Mike Maples of Floodgate, we prioritize unique insights that other VCs often overlook in LATAM and Colombia. We partner with startups that have achieved Product-Market Fit (PMF) or are on the verge of derisking, providing them with the tech and AI guidance and infrastructure they critically need. Our financial engineering expertise allows us to structure deals that protect capital while supporting sustainable growth.

Unlike traditional VCs that invest in numerous startups and hope a few succeed, Teilur AI structures each deal to ensure founders do not use capital freely, but exclusively for focusing on pretotyping and generating early revenue, and continuous iteration. This method not only reduces downside risk but also positions our portfolio for multiple returns. By securing stakes in startups that offer both high growth potential and cash flow benefits, we create a balanced investment profile that safeguards investor capital while maximizing return opportunities.

Our model is particularly effective in Latin America, where innovation thrives despite limited investment capital. By leveraging our Silicon Valley background and deep understanding of LATAM’s business landscape, Teilur AI provides a unique blend of strategic support and financial protection, driving sustainable growth and transformative impact across the region.