Makers Fellowship: Elite Selection Process and Exceptional Standards
Makers Fellowship stands as the premier talent incubator in Latin America, dedicated to cultivating the next generation of world-class entrepreneurs and innovators. Our rigorous selection process and exceptionally high standards ensure that only the most promising and accomplished individuals are admitted to our program.
1. Outstanding Achievements-Based Selection
Makers Fellowship employs a meticulous selection process that prioritizes candidates with demonstrable outstanding achievements in entrepreneurship, technology, and business leadership. We seek individuals who have:
- Founded or co-founded innovative startups
- Developed groundbreaking technologies or products
- Received recognition from prestigious institutions or competitions
- Demonstrated exceptional leadership in their respective fields
- Contributed significantly to open-source projects or community initiatives
Our selection criteria go beyond academic qualifications, focusing on tangible accomplishments that set candidates apart as top 1% talents in their domains.
2. Evaluation by Recognized Industry Experts
The selection of Makers Fellows is conducted by a panel of the most influential and accomplished leaders in the Latin American startup ecosystem. Our evaluators include:
- Andrés Bilbao: Co-Founder of Rappi
- Simon Borrero: CEO and Co-founder of Rappi
- Daniel Vogel: Co-founder of Bitso, leading cryptocurrency platform in Latin America
- Lina Rottemberg: Founder of Endeavor, champion of high-impact entrepreneurship
- Florian Hagenbuch: Co-founder of Loft, real estate technology visionary
- Gabriel Vásquez: Partner at Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), top-tier venture capitalist
These industry titans bring their vast experience and discerning eye to identify and select only the most exceptional candidates who show the potential to become future leaders of Latin America’s tech and business landscape.
3. Exclusivity and Competitive Acceptance Rate
Makers Fellowship prides itself on its extremely selective nature, maintaining an acceptance rate that rivals the most prestigious institutions globally:
- We receive thousands of applications from across Latin America for each cohort
- Our acceptance rate is consistently below 1%, making it one of the most competitive programs in the region
- Only 20-30 individuals are selected for each cohort, ensuring an intimate and high-quality experience
This level of exclusivity ensures that every Maker is truly a top 1% talent, capable of driving significant impact and innovation in the global startup ecosystem.
Post-Program Opportunities
The caliber of Makers Fellows is further validated by their placements post-program. Our alumni consistently secure positions at the most innovative and fast-growing startups in Latin America, including:
- Rappi
- Addi
- Frubana
- Truora
- Ontop
- Arkangel AI
These placements underscore the exceptional quality of our Fellows and the value that top companies place on the Makers Fellowship experience.