ABOUT THE FOUNDER: PATRICK CALDERON-DAKIN

Patrick Calderon-Dakin is a founder, builder, and strategist focused on high-impact ventures across Mexico and Latin America. He began his tech journey at NALA Investments with Emilio Diez Barroso and Thomas McInerney.

He leads Mexican Idea Labs and projects like Piedra, Selva Privada, and Wildlight School. Patrick is a widower and father of two, committed to building ventures rooted in dignity, trust, and local wisdom.

He is also the son of the late Mexican actor Sergio Calderón, known for roles in Pirates of the Caribbean and Men in Black — carrying forward a legacy of storytelling through systems design.

EXPERTISE:
• Venture building and startup acceleration
• Regulatory design for emerging markets
• AI development for informal economies
• Inclusive finance and cash-first systems
• WhatsApp-native product development

BACKGROUND:
• Former associate at NALA Investments
• Founder of multiple high-impact ventures in Mexico
• Expert in behavioral economics for unbanked populations
• Specialist in COFEPRIS and CONDUSEF regulatory navigation

CONTACT:
Email: hello@mexicanidealabs.com
Phone: +1 (310) 405-1827
Location: Playa del Carmen, Mexico