10-04-2026

Xpanz by Reddi: Connecting innovation, talent and opportunities in the Cauca Valley

The most anticipated event in the innovation ecosystem of southwestern Colombia is back! Xpanz by Reddi, in its third edition, promises to be the epicenter where transformative ideas, exceptional talent, and strategic alliances converge to drive the future of the region. Save the date: December 6, 2024, at the Almendros Auditorium of the Pontifical Javeriana University in Cali.

An event to inspire, connect and transform

Xpanz is the space where universities, companies and government entities come together to create synergies that respond to the main challenges of the industry, maximizing the impact of talent and resources in the Cauca Valley.

” Our goal is clear: to bring solutions to the market, strengthen regional competitiveness and consolidate the Valley as a benchmark in Science, Technology and Innovation,” said Juan Manuel Chaves, manager of Reddi Colombia.

Xpanz es el espacio donde universidades, empresas y entidades gubernamentales se reúnen para crear sinergias que respondan a los principales desafíos de la industria, maximizando el impacto del talento y los recursos en el Valle del Cauca.

Nuestro objetivo es claro: llevar las soluciones al mercado, fortalecer la competitividad regional y consolidar al Valle como un referente en Ciencia, Tecnología e Innovación” afirmó Juan Manuel Chaves, gerente de Reddi Colombia.

What you can't miss in this edition:

1. Get inspired by the innovation that's changing the world on Reddit2Impact:

Discover how NotCo, the first Latin American unicorn in the FoodTech sector, is revolutionizing the industry. Its Commercial Director for Colombia, Agustín Londoño, will share his experience and the keys to its global success.

2. Connect with sustainable solutions at the AgriFoodTech Challenge Demo Day:

Be part of the pitch battle between disruptive solvers addressing the most pressing sustainability challenges in agribusiness and food. An initiative of the Valle del Cauca Governorate and NIDO, led by Reddi Colombia and Eatable Adventures.

3. Turn your ideas into reality

The Icesi University Mentoring Network will offer personalized advice to enhance ideas and projects, and turn them into reality.

 

 

An open invitation to innovate together

“We invite the academic, business, and government communities to join this space for inspiration, connection, and collaboration. It’s time to transform ideas into actions that generate a real impact,” Chaves added.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with leaders, innovators, and visionaries. Xpanz by Reddi awaits you to write the next chapter of innovation in the Cauca Valley.