Camila Vieira Advances to Partner at QED Investors, Leading Brazil Operations

People | Dec 18, 2024 | QED Investors LLC

Camila Vieira Advances to Partner at QED Investors, Leading Brazil Operations

In a strategic move to bolster its presence in Latin America, the venture capital firm QED Investors has announced the promotion of Camila Vieira to partner and head of operations in Brazil. With extensive experience in fintech investments, Vieira has significantly contributed to QED's brand development across Latin America. She joined QED in 2022 as its first employee in São Paulo and has since made a substantial impact, being highly regarded by founders and entrepreneurs in the region. Vieira's professional background spans roles at Moodys, Goldman Sachs, Ceridian, and Hotmart, where she honed her skills in corporate credit, economic risk, strategy, and operations. Her ascent at QED follows that of Laura Bock in 2021. Vieira is actively involved with QED’s portfolio companies, serving on the boards of Escale, Mottu, and Warren, and advising others like Amparo and Loft. Nigel Morris, QED’s Managing Partner, praises Vieira for her work ethic and intellect, marking this promotion as part of the firm’s growth strategy in emerging markets.

Sectors

  • Venture Capital
  • Financial Technology (Fintech)

Geography

  • Brazil – Camila Vieira is based in São Paulo and is appointed head of QED Investors' operations in Brazil.
  • Latin America – QED Investors actively expands its brand and investments across Latin America, with Camila Vieira playing a key role.
  • United States – QED Investors is headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, USA.

Industry

  • Venture Capital – Relevant due to QED Investors being a leading fintech venture capital firm involved in funding and supporting early-stage companies.
  • Financial Technology (Fintech) – Relevant as Camila Vieira specializes in fintech investments, and her promotion is significant for QED Investors' emphasis on fintech innovations in Latin America.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    QED Investors LLCPrivate Equity/Venture Capital FirmCompanyA global fintech venture capital firm that focuses on early-stage investments and expanding its presence in various regions, including Latin America.
    Camila VieiraPartner and Head of BrazilPersonRecently promoted to partner at QED Investors, serving as the head of Brazil operations and previously a principal focusing on fintech investments.
    Nigel MorrisManaging Partner and Co-FounderPersonManages QED Investors and supports strategic decisions such as promotions within the firm.
    EscalePortfolio CompanyCompanyA portfolio company of QED Investors where Camila Vieira serves on the board.
    MottuPortfolio CompanyCompanyA portfolio company of QED Investors where Camila Vieira serves on the board.
    WarrenPortfolio CompanyCompanyA portfolio company of QED Investors where Camila Vieira serves on the board.
    AmparoPortfolio CompanyCompanyA company where Camila Vieira serves as a board advisor.
    LoftPortfolio CompanyCompanyA company where Camila Vieira serves as a board advisor.
    NoodlePortfolio CompanyCompanyA company where Camila Vieira serves as a board advisor.
    SolfacilPortfolio CompanyCompanyA company where Camila Vieira serves as a board advisor.
    Moody'sPrevious EmployerCompanyA credit rating agency where Camila Vieira started her career.
    Goldman SachsPrevious EmployerCompanyAn investment firm where Camila Vieira worked in corporate credit and economic risk, and later in investment banking.
    CeridianPrevious EmployerCompanyA global software company where Camila Vieira worked in strategy and corporate development teams.
    HotmartPrevious EmployerCompanyA Brazilian tech unicorn where Camila Vieira led strategy, operations, ESG, and investor relations.