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Slugabseed-ventures
HQSão Paulo
Stage FocusSeed to pre-Series A stage with check sizes from R$2-10 m…
Intel StatusAccepting submissions
🔥 BERNIE'S HOT TAKE

ABSeed is Brazil's OG SaaS-focused seed fund with actual operational chops - not just another check-writing shop. Hoffmann brings serious governance muscle (useful for founders who don't want to get steamrolled by later-stage investors), while Melzer has the Big Tech + scale-up combo that means he actually knows what good SaaS metrics look like. They're hands-on in the best way - strategic, tactical, and operational with personalized action plans and multiple monthly touches focused on healthy revenue acquisition and unit economics. Two solid exits (Movidesk and Meetime) prove they can actually build companies that people want to buy. The R$2-10M sweet spot puts them right in the pre-Series A zone where founders need the most help professionalizing their operations.

KEY TAKEAWAYS
  • —Best for: B2B SaaS founders who want hands-on operational help scaling revenue
  • —Watch out for: They're SaaS-only, so don't bother if you're building anything else
  • —Known for: Strong governance focus and actual exits, not just portfolio stuffing
Investment Thesis

ABSeed is a venture capital company that invests in ambitious founders creating and transforming markets with SaaS solutions. They seek to be the last fundraiser before Series A and look for technological solutions with successful track records and acquisition/retention structures in formation.

Stage & Sector Focus

Seed to pre-Series A stage with check sizes from R$2-10 million, targeting companies with R$1-15 million ARR. Exclusively B2B SaaS across various sectors from fintech to construction tech, but all with a software layer.

Notable Portfolio
Uncover (martech serving Santander, TikTok, Nubank)Movidesk (acquired by Sankhya)Meetime (acquired by ZENVIA)Conta SimplesSwapHarumi (AI process optimization)VAAS (fraud prevention AI)Construex (construction marketplace)
Key Partners
Marcelo Hoffmann
Founding Partner

After 20 years as a lawyer, founded ABSeed in 2017 combining legal expertise with financial management and corporate governance. Mentor at Endeavor and IBGC instructor, known for emphasizing governance from day one for startups.

Geraldo Melzer
Founding Partner

International background combining Big Tech experience and scale-up leadership. After MBA at Duke University, led Business Development at Dell before co-founding ABSeed with deep SaaS operational expertise.

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