What is Félix?
Félix is a financial technology company that utilizes artificial intelligence to facilitate seamless money transfers via a chatbot interface. Founded in 2020 by Manuel Godoy and Bernardo Garca, the platform allows users to initiate transactions through WhatsApp using both text and voice notes. By removing traditional friction points in the remittance industry, Félix has established a strong market position in key corridors, including Mexico, El Salvador, Honduras, and Guatemala. The company's unique value proposition lies in its ability to blend conversational commerce with secure, efficient cross-border payment rails, effectively democratizing access to financial services for migrant populations and their families.
How much funding has Félix raised?
Félix has raised a total of $377.8M across 2 funding rounds:
Series A
$15M
Series B
$75M
Series A (2024): $15M with participation from Switch Ventures, MELI Capital, and Castle Island Ventures
Series B (2025): $75M led by QED Investors, Endeavor Catalyst, Castle Island Ventures, Switch Ventures, Monashee Capital, and General Catalyst
Key Investors in Félix
QED Investors
A global boutique venture capital firm specializing in early-stage, disruptive financial services companies across the U.S., U.K., and Latin America.
General Catalyst
A venture capital firm focused on supporting transformational business opportunities through deep sector expertise and operational guidance.
Switch Ventures
A venture capital firm that partners with early-stage founders to build transformative technology companies by providing long-term support and strategic insights.
What's next for Félix?
With the successful closure of its latest financing round, Félix is well-positioned to accelerate its operational scaling and expand its footprint in the competitive fintech landscape. The strategic capital will likely be deployed toward enhancing its AI-driven transaction engine, deepening its penetration in existing Latin American markets, and potentially exploring new corridors that require simplified remittance solutions. As the company transitions into this next phase of maturity, the focus will remain on maintaining high-velocity growth while navigating the regulatory complexities inherent in international money movement. The backing from institutional investors with deep expertise in financial services suggests a long-term commitment to building a sustainable, high-impact enterprise that continues to reshape the remittance experience for millions of users.
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