Virgilio Barco
About Virgilio Barco
Virgilio Barco serves as the Latin America Director at Acumen Fund, where he has worked since 2013. He holds an MBA from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and has extensive experience in managing investment impact funds across Colombia, Peru, and Central America.
Work at Acumen
Virgilio Barco has served as the Latin America Director at Acumen Fund since 2013. In this role, he is instrumental in managing an investment impact fund that focuses on Colombia, Peru, and Central America. His responsibilities include overseeing both fundraising and investing activities at Acumen Latam Impact Ventures (ALIVE). Barco's leadership at Acumen has contributed to the organization's mission of addressing poverty through sustainable investments.
Education and Expertise
Virgilio Barco holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He also earned a Bachelor's degree from Harvard College. Additionally, he has a Master's degree in Economics from New York University. This educational background equips him with a strong foundation in management and economic principles, enhancing his effectiveness in investment and fundraising roles.
Background
Before joining Acumen, Virgilio Barco worked as the Executive Director at Invest in Bogota from 2006 to 2010. He has also served as a Consultant for the International Finance Corporation (IFC) in Jaipur, India, for a brief period in 2010. His experience spans various roles in investment and economic development, contributing to his expertise in managing impact investments in Latin America.
Current Role at ALIVE Ventures
Since 2018, Virgilio Barco has held the position of Managing Director at ALIVE Ventures in Bogota, Colombia. In this capacity, he continues to focus on impact investing in the region, leveraging his extensive experience in fundraising and investment management. His leadership at ALIVE Ventures aligns with his commitment to fostering sustainable economic growth in Latin America.