Success Stories

Results that transform

Success Stories

North Group and Javeriana Cali: Innovation in the industry with advanced automation

The alliance between Grupo North and Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Cali, a beneficiary of the Fusióni3 Valle Maturation Fund, is driving the automation of the dishwasher drilling process. This project integrates a robotic arm and conveyor belts to transform manual tasks into modern and efficient processes. Innovation that is revolutionizing the industry.

Implameq + Universidad del Valle External fixator for bone fractures

“The company was always available to communicate and explain the manufacturing process. There was always support, in both areas.”

Jalime Zúñiga

Innovation and Technology Transfer Manager,
University of Valle.

La Cali Foods + Pontifical Javeriana University Cali Long-lasting animal and vegetable protein sausage

“We have had an enriching dialogue with Alimentos La Cali to move the project forward. We have complemented each other, using the company’s technology and conducting tests in the university’s laboratories,” said
Juan Sebastián Ramírez,
a research professor at Javeriana Cali.

Nutrimezclas + Icesi Development of gluten-free bakery mixes

“Based on this experience, we will become a foodtech company that exports innovation and flavor from the Cauca Valley,”

said Juan Carlos Arias.

Prompack + Pontifical Javeriana University Cali Ubicu – Respiratory Incentive System

The project has been very valuable because of its energy, dynamism, and willingness to serve. We have had the opportunity to be close to the people. I have felt very well supported.”
Jaime Aguilar,
Professor and co-investigator of the project.

Colbits + Pontifical Javeriana University Cali Online monitoring of harmonics in low voltage

“This has been a very synergistic experience, because the Colbits team has dedicated a lot of time. We all worked fully on the same proposal with great commitment.”
Manuel Vicente Valencia
, Research Professor, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Cali.

Bioagro Technology + University of San Buenaventura: Development of a biotechnological treatment based on efficient microorganisms for water and sludge, and obtaining phosphorus from the resulting residue

“The project has been very valuable because of its energy, dynamism, and willingness to serve. We have had the opportunity to be close to the people. I have felt very well supported.”
Jaime Aguilar,
Professor and co-investigator of the project.

InnHealth + Universidad Autónoma de Occidente Surgical Simulation Platform with Artificial Intelligence

Working in synergy with InnHealth allowed us to access real surgical simulation images, which facilitated the identification of an artificial intelligence model capable of solving problems,”
Javier Ferney Castillo
, Research Professor, Universidad Autónoma de Occidente

Mama Lombris SAS + University of Cauca

Success story of a company-university alliance that, with the support of Reddi, strengthened the sustainable production of spirulina.

Home + University Institution Colegio Mayor del Cauca

Success story of a technological solution for the monitoring and efficient management of crops.

Segalco + University of Cauca

Alliance that developed a healthy, protein-rich snack with sacha inchi and probiotics using applied science.

BeeTIC + Comfacauca University Corporation

Technological solution that helps coffee growers offer their coffee directly to international buyers.

Vallegres + Unicomfacauca

Technological solution to optimize the drying of bricks and tiles with lower consumption.

Without Limits + University of Cauca

Success story using virtual reality to promote the tourist attractions of Cauca and attract visitors.

La Blanca + University of Cauca

Food innovation that improved the texture and acceptance of a veggie product with university technical support.

OCCI plast + Unicomfacauca

Success story adapting advanced technology for electrical solutions in lightweight construction.

ORIGIN + UNAD

Success story that uses dairy by-products to create a functional and sustainable beverage.

Convercauca + Unicomfacauca

Technological solution that promotes competitiveness and the use of recycled materials in packaging.

Duque Espinosa Investments + Icesi University DentAR – Augmented reality for dental treatments

“Icesi University has given us many tools to benefit our patients, provide them with better treatment options, and improve their expectations,” said
Julio César Largacha,
General Manager of Inversiones Duque Espinosa.

Pacífico Snacks + Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Cali Desarrollo de snacks a partir de deshidratación por microondas al vacío

“En estos proyectos, la creatividad nace de la cocreación entre los equipos de las alianzas universidad-empresa”

Patricia López
Docente investigadora Javeriana Cali.

Andrés Méndez

Speaker principal

Conferencia “Innovación con impacto empresarial”

Presidente gremial, mentor y emprendedor serial

EdTech HUB LATAM + 90 Edtechs

Asociación de emprendedores +500 marcas de consumo

Ha logrado:

  • Diseñar estrategias de GTM en 14 países para diferentes proyectos.  
  • Crear, comprar y vender empresas. (Incluyendo grandes y dolorosos fracasos).
  • Ayudar en proyectos con múltiples corporaciones (Gobiernos, Scale ups, Startups, ONGs). 
  • Aprender de los mejores referentes; YCombinator, SOSV, Fuel de Mckinsey, entre otros. 
  • Ser mentoreado por banqueros, ejecutivos, y emprendedores seriales.  
  • Participar en el fondeo de Startups +$5M USD.
  • Actualmente se dedica a re-pensar, conectar y transformar industrias con problemas sistémicos en Colombia (Consumo) y Latino América (Educación con tecnología).

Xpanz en Valle 2023

Revive el evento aquí

El evento contó con la participación de más de 101 asistentes en la Universidad Javeriana Cali.

Fue el primer acercamiento entre IES aliadas y MiPyMEs beneficiarias.

17 de estas MiPyMEs presentaron su Pitch, 11 tecnologías de las IES aliadas fueron presentadas en el Experience Day, las cuales tuvieron 28 validaciones pre-comerciales.

Xpanz en Cauca 2024

Conferencista principal

Juan Cristóbal Constain

Conferencia: El camino de Quipu: de proyecto de investigación en MIT a fintech de inclusión financiera.

Cofundador y COO de Quipu Bank

Profesional en Gestión y Desarrollo Urbanos de la Universidad del Rosario, especialista en Derecho Urbano, y cuenta con una maestría en Planificación Urbana con énfasis en desarrollo económico del MIT. Como cofundador y COO de Quipu, una fintech de rápido crecimiento en Colombia, fue reconocido como Fellow del programa The Global Good Fund en 2023. Quipu ha recibido importantes reconocimientos de entidades como el Banco Mundial, Google, MIT, Forbes y Fast Company, consolidándose como un referente en inclusión financiera e innovación empresarial.

Xpanz en Valle 2024

Conferencista principal

Agustín Londoño

Director comercial de NotCo Colombia

Responsable de establecer la estrategia de negocio de NotCo en Colombia, en los frentes de Food Service, Retail. Administrador de negocios y especialista en mercadeo, con más de 25 años de experiencia liderando áreas de innovación en la industria de consumo masivo en Latinoamérica.

Xpanz en Cauca 2025

Conferencista principal

Claudia Aparicio

Conferencia: Efectos positivos de red.

CEO de Mentex y experta en innovación, reconocida entre los Top 100 gerentes de Colombia. Descubre cómo maximizar los efectos positivos de red y el impacto de la Alianza DeepTech en el fortalecimiento y escalamiento de startups en la región.