The 198th Co-Investment Atrium, held on November 14, 2024, brought to the forefront Francisco Meré and his innovative venture, Blooms. As the Founder and CEO of Blooms, Francisco introduced the investment community to his digital trade finance platform designed specifically for produce exporters in Latin America targeting the US market.

Blooms streamline the financial transactions involved in export operations, offering tailored solutions that enhance the efficiency and reliability of cross-border trade. The platform's ability to mitigate risks and improve the speed of trade finance was a focal point of Francisco's presentation, drawing significant attention from investors interested in supporting sustainable and scalable business solutions within the agricultural sector.

Throughout the atrium, investors showed a strong interest in the potential of Blooms to transform the trade finance landscape for Latin American exporters. The platform's innovative approach to simplifying and securing financial operations resonated well with those looking to invest in technology that bridges gaps in traditional markets.

Francisco's Reflections: 'It's inspiring to see such a robust interest from the investment community in our efforts to innovate trade finance for agricultural exporters,' said Francisco Meré. 'The 198th Atrium provided an excellent opportunity to showcase Blooms and the positive feedback we received reinforces our commitment to expanding our impact. The connections made today are vital for our growth strategy and we are excited to advance our platform with the support of our new partners.'"