"From LatAm to the U.S." Panel & Happy Hour with LaFamilia, Lazo, & Morrison Foerster
Join LaFamilia, Lazo House & Morrison Foerster for an insightful evening on April 24, 2024, from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM EDT.
About the Session:
Panel Discussion Outlining Considerations for LatAm Companies Seeking Funding and Expanding Operations in the U.S:
As the U.S. continues to serve as an attractive jurisdiction to source funding for non-U.S. start-ups, companies based in Latin America should prepare in advance for a smooth financial, legal, and commercial process to access and secure investment from abroad. This panel session will be led by Morrison Foerster and feature Randy Bullard & Alfredo B. Silva, partners at MoFo, as well as Juan Manuel Barrero, Co-founder and CEO of Lazo.
We will discuss:
Best practices for attracting U.S. investors to a non-U.S. company;
Current industry and deal term trends in the U.S. venture fundraising environment;
Corporate structuring considerations; and
Practical strategies for complying with federal, state and local law.
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About the Panelists:
Juan Manuel Barrero- CEO & Founder of Lazo
Juan, a 3X entrepreneur and devoted father to Alfonsina, hails from Trenque Lauquen, a small town in Argentina, where he grew up in an accounting family business. Now based in Miami, he is building LAZO, a venture enabling him to make a significant social impact and transform his lifelong industry. His efforts benefit countless entrepreneurs while revolutionizing the sector. Driven by the desire to create a substantial social impact, Juan aims to innovate and disrupt the CFO and Legal tech SaaS industry. He recognizes the potential of AI, automation, and standardization in building scalable products. As the CEO of Lazo, he founded and leads the #1 gateway for Latin American startups in the US. Through partnerships with early-stage startups, Juan helps structure their data and provides a comprehensive VC Ready SaaS solution to address their finance, tax, legal, and investor relations needs.
Randy Bullard- Partner, Morrison Foerster
Randy Bullard is the Managing Partner of Morrison Foerster’s Miami office and co-chair of the firm’s Latin America Desk. He advises multinational clients in connection with cross-border mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, securities and finance transactions throughout Central and South America, the Caribbean, Europe and the United States. Randy's practice has a particular focus on the dynamic landscape of Latin America. With a keen understanding of the region's legal intricacies and business climate, Randy has distinguished himself in representing emerging companies and investors across Latin America. His comprehensive grasp of corporate law enables him to navigate complex transactions with finesse, ensuring the seamless execution of deals ranging from mergers and acquisitions to joint ventures to greenfield investments. In particular, Randy has facilitated numerous investments from international companies seeking to capitalize on the burgeoning opportunities within Latin America. His strategic counsel and meticulous attention to detail have been instrumental in structuring successful transactions that align with his clients' goals and objectives. Randy's dedication to fostering long-term relationships and delivering exceptional results has earned him recognition as a trusted advisor within the Latin American business community.
Alfredo B. Silva- Partner, Morrison Foerster
Alfredo is a partner in Morrison Foerster’s transactions practice, where his dedication to fostering innovation is exemplified through his extensive work with emerging companies across various industries. With a focus on businesses in the life sciences, agtech, and fintech sectors, Alfredo has been instrumental in guiding startups through critical stages of growth and development. His expertise encompasses a wide array of corporate and securities law matters tailored specifically to the needs of emerging companies. Alfredo's practice includes venture capital, growth equity, and corporate venture financings, providing essential support to entrepreneurs as they secure the funding necessary to fuel their vision. Alfredo's role as company or investor counsel in early- and late-stage financings, minority strategic investments, and impact investments underscores his dedication to supporting the next generation of innovators. His comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges facing emerging companies ensures that his clients receive tailored solutions that propel them towards success in a rapidly evolving market landscape.