Carlos Torres: AMG Block

In this episode, Joel Palathinkal and Carlos Torres explore the venture capital scene in Mexico and Latin America. Carlos discusses his path into VC and founding AMG Block, emphasizing its global reach. They cover the shift from the ICO boom to a traditional VC fund, fundraising strategies, and the LP ecosystem. Topics include tax considerations, emerging vs. established managers, and shared challenges. Carlos offers insights on deal flow, key sectors in Mexican FinTech, and AMG's focus on NFTs, collectibles, and DeFi. The episode wraps up with advice for new fund managers and the importance of in-person LP interactions in Latin American finance.