Morro Ventures

Morro Ventures is a venture capital firm based in San Juan, Puerto Rico, dedicated to fostering the growth of early-stage technology companies. The firm focuses on ambitious founders in emerging markets, particularly across Latin America and the Caribbean, aiming to transform them into global leaders. They provide capital and strategic support, acting as long-term partners throughout the company-building process, from the initial idea through various funding rounds.

The firm was co-founded in 2018 by Cyril Meduña and Allison Kern, operating under the umbrella of Advent-Morro Equity Partners, a prominent private equity firm in Puerto Rico established in 1989. This lineage provides Morro Ventures with an institutional framework and deep regional expertise, enabling them to navigate and contribute to the burgeoning entrepreneurial ecosystem in Puerto Rico and the broader Latin American region.

Morro Ventures has built a diverse portfolio of technology companies, including notable investments in firms like LendingPoint, Kiwi Financial, and Retorna. Their portfolio spans various sectors, with a particular emphasis on financial technology, consumer finance, and enterprise applications. The firm actively seeks out innovative companies that leverage technology, including artificial intelligence, to address market needs and drive economic growth.

The team at Morro Ventures comprises experienced professionals with backgrounds in private equity, fund management, and entrepreneurship. Key team members include partners Cyril Meduña, Allison Kern, and Stephanie Pemberton, alongside investment advisor Ronald Harford and senior associate Jose Tomas Echeverria. This collective expertise allows Morro Ventures to offer comprehensive support, from deal sourcing and investment evaluation to portfolio management and cross-border expansion strategies, leveraging a robust network across the Americas and beyond.