Felipe Mendez
About Felipe Mendez
Felipe Mendez is the COO of HippoBuild, a profitable fintech startup that launched in 2021 and was accepted into Y Combinator Winter Batch 2022.
Felipe Mendez Title and Role
Felipe Mendez serves as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of HippoBuild. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's operations, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness across various departments, and delivering value to clients and partners through innovative solutions.
Felipe Mendez Education and Expertise
Felipe Mendez holds a degree in International Business Administration from Hult International Business School in London. His academic background provides a solid foundation in business practices and international market dynamics, enabling him to navigate complex business environments effectively.
Felipe Mendez Early Entrepreneurship and Medical Device Project
Felipe Mendez started his entrepreneurial journey while still in high school in Denmark by creating his first company. Additionally, he worked on developing a small medical device, leading a team that won several competitions with their innovative solution.
Felipe Mendez Work Experience in Colombia
Felipe Mendez's first job in Colombia was with the founders of Rappi, followed by a role in corporate innovation at Grupo Bolívar. He also led product efforts at an international fintech startup, showcasing his versatility and ability to drive impactful projects.
Felipe Mendez Co-Founding HippoBuild
Felipe Mendez co-founded HippoBuild in the summer of 2021. Under his leadership as Director General, the company was accepted into the Y Combinator Winter Batch 2022. HippoBuild transitioned its technology to FlutterFlow, a low-code platform, and has since become profitable while continuing to develop unique solutions for key partners and suppliers.