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 Cali, located in Colombia, has emerged as a thriving startup ecosystem and an attractive destination for relocation and investment. It boasts a strong educational foundation, with Icesi University recognized as the top university in Colombia by Times Higher Education. This esteemed institution nurtures talent and produces graduates well-equipped for the demands of the startup landscape. 
 The region of Cali and Valle del Cauca has established itself as a technological hub, housing prominent software development companies like Carvajal, Siesa, Open, and Óptima. This concentration of tech expertise provides fertile ground for collaboration and access to skilled professionals. 
 Cali offers valuable support to startup projects and companies through its extensive mentorship and counseling network. With over 200 mentors and counselors available, startups receive guidance and advice to navigate organizational challenges, fostering growth and success. 
 Colombia, including Cali, offers a <a href="https://www.cancilleria.gov.co/v/nomadadigital">digital nomad visa</a>, enabling remote workers employed outside the country to relocate and contribute to the local economy. This visa program attracts international talent and fosters a diverse entrepreneurial community. 
 The <a href="https://www.ccc.org.co/">Cali Chamber of Commerce</a> plays a vital role in improving infrastructure and support networks for small businesses and startups. With a focus on innovation, the chamber actively promotes entrepreneurial growth and prosperity in the region. 
 In summary, Cali’s startup ecosystem stands out with its top-notch education institutions, abundance of talent, robust infrastructure, attractive public sector incentives, and dedicated organizations focused on fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. These factors position Cali as an ideal destination for individuals and businesses seeking to thrive in a dynamic and supportive startup environment. 
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 Cali, located in Colombia, has emerged as a thriving startup ecosystem and an attractive destination for relocation and investment. It boasts a strong educational foundation, with Icesi University recognized as the top university in Colombia by Times Higher Education. This esteemed institution nurtures talent and produces graduates well-equipped for the demands of the startup landscape. 

 The region of Cali and Valle del Cauca has established itself as a technological hub, housing prominent software development companies like Carvajal, Siesa, Open, and Óptima. This concentration of tech expertise provides fertile ground for collaboration and access to skilled professionals. 

 Cali offers valuable support to startup projects and companies through its extensive mentorship and counseling network. With over 200 mentors and counselors available, startups receive guidance and advice to navigate organizational challenges, fostering growth and success. 

 Colombia, including Cali, offers a [digital nomad visa](https://www.cancilleria.gov.co/v/nomadadigital), enabling remote workers employed outside the country to relocate and contribute to the local economy. This visa program attracts international talent and fosters a diverse entrepreneurial community. 

 The [Cali Chamber of Commerce](https://www.ccc.org.co/) plays a vital role in improving infrastructure and support networks for small businesses and startups. With a focus on innovation, the chamber actively promotes entrepreneurial growth and prosperity in the region. 

 In summary, Cali's startup ecosystem stands out with its top-notch education institutions, abundance of talent, robust infrastructure, attractive public sector incentives, and dedicated organizations focused on fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. These factors position Cali as an ideal destination for individuals and businesses seeking to thrive in a dynamic and supportive startup environment.

The main city and economic hub of Colombia’s Pacific Coast in the Valle de Cauca region

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Yoffice

Yoffice Unicentro

ParqueSoft

Corporacion ANECAF

SENA

Universidad del Valle

Tranqui

Designft 

Vaas

Fanki

Seeri

El Lab

RioCowork

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Cali has 147 startups in our sample database. This represents about 9% of Colombia’s startups. Cali is the 3rd best startup ecosystem in Colombia.

In 2025, the startup scene of Cali shows much promise after advancing in the Global Ecosystem Index by 1 spot.

Explore Cali’s startup ecosystem which ranks 3rd in Colombia and 281st globally. Discover startups, unicorns, and exits in Cali. Dive into Fintech, which is the best startup industry in Cali.

Startup Ecosystem of Cali | StartupBlink

Startups in Cali excel in Fintech, Foodtech, and Marketing & and Sales.
    There are some notable success stories contributing to the city’s growing Fintech
    industry. One of the most promising startups in Cali in 2025 is
    Fanki, Tranqui, and Seeri.

With a large variety of initiatives, Cali's startup ecosystem stands out from other cities in South America. Cali offers a number of funding opportunities for entrepreneurs and startups.
  Below is a list of Cali's most prominent support initiatives:

Within Cali there is an increased attraction for entrepreneurs
  to set up their startups in industries such as Fintech, Foodtech, Marketing & Sales. These three industries represent about 19% of the startups
represented on the Startup Ecosystem Map of Cali. 

Cali is Colombia's 3rd best startup
  ecosystem and is ranked 13th in South America. With a population of 2M - 10M people,
   Cali is ranked 281st in the world. The city has some notable startup success stories
   including Fanki.

An inspiring ecosystem that is steadily due to its growing use of digital technologies, rapid urbanization and planned investments

WADAAG TECHNOLOGIES

Sostec

FGS Bill Tracker

Zaad

Wadaag Investment

A growing regional and global startup leader 

bitget.com

AscendEX

DeBank

Trip.com

Viki

A vibrant and strong startup hub attracting international recognition and investment

Cámara de Comercio de Bogotá

Founder Institute (FI) Bogota

RockStart Latam 

Calle 127a # 53a-45

Carrera 19 # 100 - 45

WeWork

Toastmasters Bogota

Picap

Autolab

Cubbo

Rappi

Addi

Bold

Calle 26 # 92-32

A leading regional startup hub owing its succes to the creative and innovative spirit of its people 

MiraKle Lab

VentureSquare

TIPS

Staion Neo

Samseong Station II

Gangnam Station

Seoul Business Agency

Contents First

Watcha

Lezhin Entertainment

OP.GG

SK Hynix

Bithumb

Fastfive Seocho 2

LocalStitch Yeongdeungpo

An innovative city with a global startup ecosystem

Nikkei

LIP. Yokohama (Life Innovation Platform Yokohama)

Project Ninja

THE BAYS

Hanzomon PREX North

Iceberg

Keio University, Hiyoshi Campus

RIKEN Yokohama Campus

YNU Yokohama National University

Locoguide

C Channel

note

PayPay

DM2C Studio

Timee

Regus - Tokyo, Kanda

OpenOffice - Tokyo, Nihonbashi Hakozaki (Open Office)

Regus - Tokyo, Ginza 3-Chome

One of the fastest growing ecosystems in Australia 

River City Labs

Buderim Meeting Rooms

The Boarding Office

INVEST Sunshine Coast

Delorean Project

Inform Ag

Coyo

NutWorks

Zitcha

Servatus

WOTSO

Inbox Workspace

A growing startup ecosystem owing to its workforce and industries.

Build2Scale Health

Queen's Startup Runway Incubation Program

Makerspace of Queen's University

Rose Innovation Hub

Queen’s University Rose Innovation Hub

Queen's Office of Partnerships and Innovation

Queen's University Smith School Of Business

Dunin-Deshpande Queen's Innovation Centre

Sparq Systems

FireRein

Green Graphite

IPG Photonics Canada

CMC Microsystems

Mosaic Manufacturing

Alon MedTech Ventures

Open Valley

Colab Square

Yokneam Municipality 

Startup Village Yokneam

Augmedics

ForSight Robotics

Rapid Medical

Chain Reaction

K2View

Pitch

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