Pedro Santos Vieira

Pedro Santos Vieira is a Partner at 500 Global, known for his significant contributions to the growth and development of startup ecosystems in various regions. He plays a pivotal role in leading investments into pre-seed and seed-stage companies in the Caucasus, Eastern Europe, Central Asia, and the Baltics through programs like the Georgia Accelerator Program. Pedro's background includes founding and selling a venture-backed digital health company, as well as serving as a Managing Partner at a tech fund focused on pre-seed and seed-stage Portugal-focused companies. With a Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, Pedro brings a wealth of experience to his role, where he mentors founders and accelerates the growth of startups globally