In this episode of Beginnings and Beyond, I talk with Alex Santana, an inspiring entrepreneur and community builder, about his journey from starting his first company at 17 in Bogotá, Colombia, to leading startup and VC programs at Amazon Web Services in Mexico City.

Alex dives into the importance of long-term thinking for startups and VCs, emphasizing genuine relationships over transactional networking and the power of a diverse portfolio. We also discuss his incredible work launching Mexico Tech Week, a movement that has grown from 8 events to over 200, transforming the Mexican tech scene into a vibrant, connected community.

Key takeaways include:

✅ Why startups should think beyond short-term wins

✅ How to build meaningful networking capital before you need it

✅ The value of sales and negotiation skills in any career

✅ Plans to make Mexico Tech Week bigger and more inclusive

Whether you’re a startup founder, investor, or just curious about the tech ecosystem in Latin America, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration.

🎧 Tune in now to hear Alex’s story and his vision for the future of tech in Mexico!