IDB Lab is the innovation and venture arm of the Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDB Group). We focus on entrepreneurship and technology to cocreate solutions for development challenges and spark new industries for growth in Latin America and the Caribbean. IDB Lab supports high-impact startups and the innovation ecosystems they need to thrive through flexible financing, practical knowledge, and global connections.
A thematic agenda addressing specific challenges:
- How to foster climate and environmental resilience and adaptation?
- How to increase access to quality essential services?
- How to generate greater opportunities for livelihoods throughout life?
The Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDB Group), present in 26 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean, is the main source of financing for sustainable and inclusive development in the region. Its work aims to improve people's quality of life by providing the public and private sectors with relevant, cutting-edge financial solutions and knowledge. The IDB Group comprises the IDB, IDB Invest, and IDB Lab, which generate impact in the region through the public sector, the private sector and innovative entrepreneurs, respectively.
Graham Macmillan
CEO
Magdalena Coronel
César Buenadicha
Laura Vélez
Yuri Soares
