Inspiration that transforms:
Xpanz
by Reddi connected the region
With a total of 138 attendees, Xpanz by Reddi brought together entrepreneurs, academics, government and society in one place, around initiatives that are driving technological innovation in the Cauca Valley.
The event, which took place at the Pontifical Javeriana University in Cali, had a clear focus: to inspire, connect and transform the innovation ecosystem.
One of the main focuses was the agri-food sector, with the presentation and selection of winning solutions from the Agrifoodtech Challenge, an initiative of the Secretariat of Economic Development of the Government of Valle del Cauca, NIDO, led by Reddi Colombia and Eatable Adventures.
Alejandro Rodríguez, manager of NIDO, commented on the dynamics during the event: “We have managed to create a synergy so that corporations are open to finding potential problem solvers in the entrepreneurial ecosystem.”
Also featured was a presentation by Agustín Londoño, commercial director of NotCo Colombia, who shared the disruptive experience of this multinational company, considered the first Latin American unicorn in Foodtech, with its plant-based products.
Universities played a key role by presenting their projects in collaboration with SMEs in the region, as beneficiaries of the Fusióni3 Valle Maturation Fund.
Additionally, a mentoring program led by the Icesi University Mentor Network was offered. During these sessions, four strategic topics were addressed: investment and financing, intellectual property, digital transformation, and sales models for revenue generation. This program saw the active participation of 20 attendees.
By 2025, Xpanz by Reddi is expected to continue inspiring and connecting potential partners who can transform the region with innovation and knowledge.
