Laying the foundation for Argentina’s entrepreneurial future

by maria julia beardiPresident and CEO of Endeavor

80 years ago, when I was born clarion Argentina was a country that dreamed of a modern, industrialized and prosperous future. Eighty years later, the drivers of growth are different, but the challenge is the same: how to transform talent for sustainable development.

For over 25 years, Endeavor has been committed to: We build the foundation so entrepreneurs can grow, increase opportunities, and create impact.

When we started, very few people talked about the “entrepreneurial ecosystem.” There were no investment funds, no accelerators, and no support programs as we know them today. There was an idea, a dream and a very strong belief that Argentine talent could compete on the world stage if they found the right environment.

Over time, that purpose took shape in the form of a strong network of people who believe in the power of entrepreneurship as a driver of social mobility and economic development.

effort helped Putting conversations about innovation on the agenda; Entrepreneurial capital and scalability, topics that today form a central part of the country’s productive development

Our mission is and always will be to build structure, connection, and community. Double your impact.

build a bridge Between entrepreneurs, businesses, mentors, investors and the public sector. Because if we want to become an innovative nation, someone has to work on developing the network of invisible threads that sustain growth: trust, cooperation, and the possibility of learning from those already on the path.

Over the past few years, we have seen the results achieved by many of the companies we have accompanied. Beyond the border.

Some have expanded into major international markets, others have been recognized for their innovation capabilities, and many have become benchmarks for industry transformation. When you put them together, it’s a story that supports it. Solutions can be created if you have people with the vision and support Players born in Argentina who are active all over the world.

These achievements are not isolated cases, but proof that Argentina’s talent flourishes when an environment favorable to its growth is created. In that sense, Argentina has historically been a pioneer.

We have entrepreneurial DNA. It combines curiosity, creativity, and resilience. We are a nation that has learned to innovate under difficult circumstances, to reinvent ourselves and to find opportunity in the midst of uncertainty.

Today we are in difficult times, but also full of possibilities. Technological revolutions, artificial intelligence and digitization are changing the rules of the game in every field.

And while every revolution creates uncertainty and takes time to adapt, it also opens the door to new ways of creating value.

Ecosystems are becoming more mature, companies are born with a global perspective, and founders are starting to realize that scaling doesn’t just mean getting bigger; But the impact is multiplied.

In Endeavor, it issynergistic effect”: When successful entrepreneurs return to the ecosystem as investors and mentors, it creates a virtuous cycle that benefits the entire community.

Looking ahead, the challenges are clear. We must continue to create possibilities. Talent born in Jujuy, Misiones and Chubut can be equipped with the same tools as talent trained in Buenos Aires.

That’s why, at our foundation, we work every day to democratize access to opportunity, make stories visible, inspire professions, and connect points that remain scattered.

To this end, we must strengthen entrepreneurship education and promote policies that promote innovation. Clarify efforts between public, private and social sectors.

Ideas originate from individual talent, but the environment has an impact by fostering, funding, and connecting ideas with the world.

In a world where problems are becoming increasingly complex, the role of entrepreneurs is critical.

It’s not just about creating successful companies, it’s about designing solutions that improve people’s lives. The coming decades will be marked by deeper collaboration between technology, creativity, and purpose. And that is where Argentina can and should play a leading role.

Recent reports from the World Economic Forum and ECLAC agree that the adoption of artificial intelligence is accelerating in Latin America, and Argentina stands out for its highly skilled human capital.

In other words, We have what the world needs: talent, adaptability, and a mission to transform.

The future will not be built by technology alone; it will be built by values ​​such as collaboration, empathy, and purpose.

Every entrepreneur who decides to stay in Argentina, create jobs and bet on his country contributes to making it stronger, fairer and more connected to its future.

Building an innovative nation is not the job of a few. It’s a collective build that starts with believing in our talent, betting on education, fostering collaboration, and maintaining a long-term vision.

Because great change doesn’t happen overnight, but is created in communities with patience, trust, and purpose.

80 years later clarion With over 25 Endeavor members in Argentina, we reaffirm our conviction. We Argentines are going to move Argentina forward.

And we do it the way we know best. That means thinking big, creating, working, and expanding your impact.