We know the region because that’s where we come from. We work with commitment and dedication, always at the forefront of solutions to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Irene Arias Hofman is the CEO of IDB Lab, the innovation and venture capital arm of the Inter-American Development Bank Group. Under her leadership, IDB Lab supports visionary entrepreneurs and disruptive technologies to address pressing development challenges and spark new industries for future growth in Latin America and the Caribbean. The Lab propels high-impact startups and the innovation ecosystems they need to thrive through flexible financing, practical knowledge, and global connections.
Previously, Irene spent 20 years at IFC, the World Bank Group's private sector arm, where she managed the Financial Institutions Group and oversaw a US$16 billion portfolio in Latin America and the Caribbean. Her expertise encompasses innovation, technology, venture capital, and organizational development.
We design and enable innovative and effective solutions that promote inclusive and sustainable development in the region.
Learn how our team is organized to fulfill our mission of improving lives in Latin America and the Caribbean.