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The epicenter of innovation in Latin America from Panama

This is where ideas take shape and the future is built. A vibrant space where entrepreneurs and startups connect, collaborate and bring their ideas to life. Ready to Innovate? Immerse yourself in an ecosystem of resources, tools and opportunities designed to advance your vision and transform the world.

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Innovation As A Service for everyone

ISD is the leading platform that maximizes the power of artificial intelligence, blockchain, video games to revolutionize industries and drive innovation. With our physical and virtual ecosystem, with a disruptive approach, we are unlocking the potential for growth, efficiency and endless possibilities.

Innovation As A Service.
Don't lose touch with the market.

ISD connects leading companies with disruptive innovation. Large companies are risk-averse, but if they don't innovate, they die. Here, companies will find the perfect ecosystem to solve the challenges of the future with creativity and cutting-edge technology. Connect with AI experts, access blockchain and gaming, and transform your industry from Latin America's Silicon Valley.

Lead the disruption. The players who will change the future.

Boost your startup's growth with resources and connections. We have created the Road To ISD program so that startups in technology, blockchain, artificial intelligence, gaming, and innovation can connect and collaborate. To ensure success, it is important to have technological development, digital marketing, legal advice, and financing. We help you scale from the heart of innovation.

Invest in the next generation of unicorns.

ISD connects you with the most promising startups in Latin America. Discover unique opportunities to invest in innovation, participate in disruptive projects, and be part of the next Silicon Valley. Multiply your capital and contribute to building the future of the region. Join our network of visionary investors and entrepreneurs! Together, we can transform the innovation in Latin America.

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Startup Are you looking to connect, advertise or raise capital to grow?

We know that startups are looking for opportunities, at Road To ISD we give them to you. We connect you to a network of investors eager to discover innovative projects with high potential. Access funding rounds, connect with mentors and experts, and take your startup to the next level. Do you need a more powerful megaphone? We have the resources you need to validate your idea in the market. Join the ISD ecosystem and make your vision a reality.

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The pulse of innovation in LATAM

Keep up to date with the latest news, events and trends that are transforming Latin America. Discover how we are building the future and connecting the leaders who are driving change in the region. Explore our blog and keep your finger on the pulse of innovation.

Second edition of the Startup World Cup Panama

Hosting the Startup World Cup in Panama represents much more than a competition: it is a clear sign that the country is ready to play a strategic role.

Municipal authorities visit Green Valley and get to know the Innovation Smart District project up close

“I was not aware that something like this was happening within the district. I am pleasantly surprised by the level of infrastructure, vision and purpose

ETH Canal Hackathon 2025: A resounding success that consolidates Panama as a regional technology hub

The hackathon, organized by Innovation Smart District (ISD) in collaboration with BlockDag Network and Panama Blockchain Week, exceeded all expectations.

Don't get left behind. The future of innovation is being built today at ISD.

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Meet the team

Meet the talent team behind ISD

Carlos Malo de Molina
CEO

Founder of ISD. Writer, businessman and political advisor. Author of more than ten books, he has advised presidents in Spain and Latin America. Outstanding in construction, technology and demoscopy within the business world.

Carmelo Castro
CAO

Bachelor of Business Sciences (UCM) and MBA (EAE). Chief Financial Officer of Green Valley Panama. Former CFO of SIGMA DOS, leader in market research in Spain, with a presence in Latin America, Asia and Portugal.

Guillermo Malo de Molina
CTO

Industrial Engineer with 8 years of experience in project management. He leads multidisciplinary teams in engineering, architecture, construction and technology. Expert in human talent management and innovative solutions.

Zaidee Palma
CFO

Lawyer with a master's degree in Procedural Law, a doctorate in Political Science, pursuing a master's degree in Business Administration. Expert in asset tokenization and former Minister of Government of Panama.

Carlos Rubio
CLO

Expert in investment, entrepreneurship and innovation, specializing in cryptocurrencies and decentralized finance (DeFi). It promotes democratic access to financial opportunities through blockchain technology.

Lourdes Puga
Architect

CEO of Ventura Arquitectos. More than 15 years of experience in the design and construction of residential, corporate and sports buildings in Panama, Dominican Republic and El Salvador, leading innovative projects.

Thelly Mapp
WITH

Marketing strategist with 20+ years. Certificate in Neurosales and Leadership. Founder of Inmotion Mastermind. At ScaleUp, he designs comprehensive strategies to empower brands and grow businesses in a sustainable way.

Federico Heine
Strategy Advisor

Electronic engineer with 20+ years in multinational companies, an expert in technology, project management and digital transformation. Entrepreneur focused on innovation, technological ecosystems, AI, Blockchain and robotics.

Jennifer Lee
Directora de Relaciones

10 years of experience in compliance, events, and administrative management, merging marketing, sales, and operations. Expert in organizational structuring, stakeholder management, and lead conversion to drive growth.

Laura Fiallo
Embajadora de Marca

Economista con Maestría en FinTech y Financial Innovation. Experta en estrategia empresarial, innovación financiera y desarrollo de negocios, aportando liderazgo y visión para impulsar crecimiento sostenible en entornos corporativos.

Ana Gabriela Velasco
Arquitecta Junior

Arquitecta con experiencia en diseño y ejecución de proyectos comerciales y de restaurantes. Especialista en modelado 3D y gestión de proyectos, aportando visión técnica y enfoque estratégico para soluciones arquitectónicas de alto impacto.

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Together, towards a disruptive future.

Join us on this journey where we transform industries and empower companies with cutting-edge technology.

2022

First Tier Infrastructure

Green Valley Panama is consolidating itself as a sustainable and intelligent city, marking the birth of the Innovation Smart District. The Free Trade Zone license has been obtained and the launch of the Intelligence Universe from Panama is announced.

2023

International team

A team of first-level professionals is formed and the pre-seed round of the ISD Token is successfully closed. The team travels to different parts of the world to publicize the project and validate the concept. Picture of trips to Spain, Peru or Brazil

2024

Startup Worldcup and program for Startups and companies

The Road to ISD program, designed for companies and startups focused on artificial intelligence, blockchain, gaming and innovation, is launched. More than 50 companies and startups join the program, collaborating and growing together around innovation.

2025

ISD consolidates its position as a regional launch pad for startups

Official representative of Startup World Cup in 10 regions, positioning itself as a benchmark for startups looking for a place to launch, develop, connect, and scale. This achievement not only expands access to a global network of entrepreneurs, investors, and corporations, but also consolidates ISD as a beacon of innovation for Latin America. Through this representation, ISD strengthens the regional ecosystem by offering international visibility, real growth opportunities, and a clear path for startups to transform ambition into impact.

2026

Marie Curie

Marie Curie is the first of 24 buildings that will make up Innovation Smart District (ISD), Latin America's Silicon Valley. More than 70 visionary companies and startups have already reserved their space in this innovation hub, which will feature state-of-the-art coworking spaces, meeting rooms, an amphitheater, and private spaces designed for collaboration and growth. Construction is already underway and its inauguration is scheduled for April 2026. Don't wait any longer and be part of the future of innovation in the region.

For me, ISD represents the future of Latin America and to be part of this ecosystem is, without a doubt, to co-create that reality. As a Brazilian, the ISD provides me with access to different projects of different Latin nationalities and based in Panama, assures us that we are in a country that offers countless benefits! Very happy to be a part of ISD and that history!

Leonardo Santander
CEO, Alomorfia

We chose ISD because it is the ideal place for companies like ours to grow and develop where we find a community of entrepreneurs and experts who share with us a vision of a more innovative future.

Patricia Silva
CEO, TechVerse

Fully aligned with the vision of ISD, which is developing a community understanding how together we are going to achieve it, a space for the creation of new technologies.

Pedro Cordovez
CEO, Ovnicom

As pioneers in innovation, at ARCrypto we are thrilled about our partnership with ISD to turn Green Valley Panama into the Silicon Valley of Latin America. This step reinforces our commitment to technological growth and the economic transformation of the region.

Leon Caces
HOW, ARC

ISD is transforming Panama into the Silicon Valley of Latin America.

Alejandro Navarro
CEO, Betski

Tokenizing ISD was a milestone in the real-world adoption of blockchain. Not only were they the first, but they also set a benchmark for how technology can revolutionize sectors like real estate. Their growth and ability to attract investors validate our mission: to bring billions of dollars in assets onto the blockchain and empower visionary companies.

Ludovico Rossi
CRO, Brickken