Build and Scale the Next Category-Defining Startup in Latin America
Powertrain Ventures helps exceptional founders turn early traction into fundable, scalable companies through a disciplined accelerator and one of the most connected early-stage networks in LatAm.
10-week accelerator
Founder-first approach
Strong follow-on track record
Apply to Ignition
what we do
From Idea or Early Traction to Investor-Ready
Ignition is a structured, execution-focused accelerator designed for founders who want more than theory.
We work hands-on with startups to strengthen product clarity, go-to-market execution, and capital readiness—so teams leave with real momentum, not just slides.
A clear, validated problem–solution narrative
A product demo customers understand and want
A go-to-market plan grounded in real metrics
A fundraising story aligned with how top investors think
This is not a classroom. It’s a pressure-tested build environment.
Built for Serious Founders
Ignition is designed for:
- Technical or business founders building technology-enabled companies
- Teams focused on B2B, vertical SaaS, and scalable platforms
- Founders operating in or expanding across Latin America
- Startups from idea to early revenue that want to move faster—and smarter
If you’re optimizing for outcomes, not vanity metrics, you’ll feel at home here.
HOW IGNITION WORKS
A Disciplined 10-Week Acceleration Process
1. Product & Problem Fit
Sharpen the core insight. Define the problem precisely. Build what actually matters.
2. Go-to-Market Execution
Turn assumptions into data. Test channels, pricing, and positioning with intent.
3. Founder & Company Readiness
Strengthen the team narrative, decision-making, and execution capacity.
4. Capital Readiness
Translate progress into a credible story that resonates with experienced investors—locally and globally.
Working With the Next Generation of Builders
Powertrain Ventures collaborates with:
- Angel investors and early-stage funds
- Corporates exploring innovation and partnerships
- Institutions supporting entrepreneurship in the region
OUR PROGRAMS
ACCELERATOR
Ignition is a high-intensity, 3-month operational phase for B2B founders ready to move from “Product” to “Powerhouse.”
INCUBATOR
For the visionary entrepreneur with deep domain expertise, MAKR is the forge where we validate, build, and launch the next generation of Vertical SaaS.
Ready to Build What’s Next?
If you’re a founder building in Latin America and want to move faster with clarity, discipline, and access—