Francisco Jardim

Francisco Jardim is a seasoned venture capital professional with extensive experience in agritech and biotechnology. As a Founding Partner at SP Ventures since October 2007, Francisco has supported innovative entrepreneurs in Brazil. In addition, Francisco has served as Managing Director of the Sao Paulo Innovation Fund since November 2013, overseeing all operations related to investment projects. As a board member for multiple companies including InCeres, Promip, Agronow Tecnologia S.A., Agrosmart S.A., and Agrofy, Francisco plays a crucial role in shaping the future of agriculture technology and sustainability. Francisco holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Finance and International Business, along with a minor in Spanish Language and Literature from Saint Louis University.