KANOA CAPITAL
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VISION
Investing in Entrepreneurship through Acquisition
We invest in entrepreneurs who aspire to find, acquire, and lead a medium-sized company in Brazil. We support them by providing capital and assistance during the search stage, structuring and funding for the acquisition, and governance with board-level guidance in the operations phase.
Meet Kanoa
Founding Partners
Values
Guilherme Bonifácio
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Co-founder @ iFood, ChefTime, Rapiddo and Mercê do Bairro
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Investor in 110+ companies
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Leading investor in Search Funds since 2021
Gustavo Vaz
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Co-founder @ EmCasa and Founding Team @ Easy Taxi
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VP @ Spectra, leading Search Funds investments in Europe/US
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MBA at Harvard
Zé Dias
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CEO Latam @ Burger King
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CEO @ Kraft-Heinz China & Canada
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CEO @ Remessa Online
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Board Member and Advisor of multiple companies
Partnership
We work alongside entrepreneurs as trusted partners, supporting their journeys to build lasting businesses.
Performance
We set high standards, stay focused, and create long-term value through consistent execution.
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Endurance
We adapt to challenges, support entrepreneurs through cycles, and stay committed for the long run.
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WHY KANOA
Partnership and Value Generation, From Search to Operations.
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Entrepreneurial Track Record:
We’ve built and led businesses—we know how it is. -
Hands-on Approach:
We support searchers at every stage of their journey. -
A Firm Focused on Search Funds:
We’re committed for the long run.
Portfolio
Our
Entrepreneurs
