Introduction
Welcome to Celo Connect Founder Spotlight, we will introduce Guillermo Goncalvez, the founder of El Dorado, a peer-to-peer marketplace for buying and selling seller dollars and seller euros in Latin America. Guillermo shares his vision of positioning El Dorado as one of the main gateways for Celo in the region. He has been involved in the crypto space since 2013 and is passionate about creating a financial system that promotes financial inclusion in emerging economies using cryptocurrency.
Background
Guillermo Goncalvez is the founder of El Dorado, a company focused on providing a peer-to-peer marketplace for buying and selling seller dollars and seller euros in Latin America. El Dorado serves as an on and off ramp for companies such as Impact Market, Coco Mercado, and Ballora, enabling them to easily transact with Celo, a cryptocurrency platform.
Journey in the Crypto Space
Guillermo has been actively involved in the crypto space since 2013, gaining valuable experience and insights. He has witnessed the transformative power of cryptocurrencies and believes in their potential to create financial opportunities for everyone. Guillermo’s journey in the crypto space has led him to develop El Dorado as a means to promote financial inclusion in emerging economies, starting with Latin America.
Participation in Celo Camp
El Dorado had the opportunity to participate in Celo Camp Batch 2, a program designed to support entrepreneurs and startups building on the Celo platform. This experience provided Guillermo and his team with valuable resources, mentorship, and connections within the Celo community. It helped them refine their business model and strengthen their position as a gateway for Celo in Latin America.
Vision and Mission
Guillermo and his team at El Dorado are aligned with the mission of creating a financial system that ensures property conditions for all. They strongly believe that cryptocurrencies, such as Celo, can play a significant role in achieving this goal. By leveraging the power of crypto, El Dorado aims to promote financial inclusion and empower individuals in emerging economies, starting with Latin America.
Conclusion
Guillermo Goncalvez, the founder of El Dorado, is dedicated to leveraging cryptocurrencies to create a more inclusive financial system. Through El Dorado’s peer-to-peer marketplace, they enable easy buying and selling of seller dollars and seller euros in Latin America. Guillermo’s participation in Celo Camp Batch 2 has further strengthened El Dorado’s position as a gateway for Celo in the region. By utilizing crypto, Guillermo and his team are working towards their vision of financial inclusion and equal opportunities for all in emerging economies.