Somos
Somos is a Medellín-based company specializing in the real estate and construction sector, particularly in housing and real estate, using advanced radio technology to deliver high-speed internet in urban developing areas.
Company Overview
Somos is a real estate and construction company headquartered in Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia. Launched in May 2021, the company participated in Y Combinator's W21 batch. Somos operates primarily in the housing and real estate sub-industry, focusing on providing internet services in urban developing areas. Its team consists of 250 members working across regions such as Colombia, Latin America, and remotely.
Industry and Sector
Somos operates within the real estate and construction industry, specifically targeting the housing and real estate sub-sector. The company aims to transform and enhance urban developing regions by integrating advanced technologies into their infrastructure projects. This focus helps bridge the connectivity gap in these areas, contributing to their overall development.
Technological Innovations
Somos utilizes cutting-edge radio technology operating in unlicensed spectrum to deliver fiber-quality networks. These networks are capable of providing speeds up to 1Gbps, making them suitable for the high-demand internet services required in urban developing areas. The utilization of unlicensed spectrum is a key feature, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness while maintaining high performance.
Regional Operations
Somos actively operates throughout Colombia and broader Latin America. The company also offers remote and partly remote services, extending its reach and operational capabilities. This regional focus allows Somos to address specific connectivity challenges faced by urban developing areas in these regions, thereby enhancing their infrastructure and development prospects.
Y Combinator Participation
In May 2021, Somos was launched and shortly thereafter joined Y Combinator's W21 batch. Participation in the prestigious startup accelerator provided Somos with access to mentorship, funding opportunities, and a network of resources, aiding in the company's rapid growth and strategic development in the highly competitive real estate and construction sector.