CFOstartup and Legal Ventures merge to create Zeta, a comprehensive solution for startups and VCs in Latin America

Argentina, 31 March 2025

CFOstartup and Legal Ventures announce their merger, giving rise to Zeta, a firm offering comprehensive services to startups and venture capital funds (VCs), covering key areas such as financial management, legal services, taxes, and auditing. This strategic move aims to strengthen the region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem

With more than 15 years of experience, Zeta was founded to support Latin American startups from their earliest stages through to their exit, helping them make strategic decisions, structure their operations, and prepare to attract investment. This comprehensive approach sets Zeta apart, making it a key ally for founders looking not only to scale their companies, but to do so on a solid and flexible footing.

“Zeta is the result of a shared vision between CFOstartup and Legal Ventures: to facilitate the growth of Latin American entrepreneurs through strategic, multidisciplinary solutions, enabling them to take their businesses global. With this merger, we’re creating a comprehensive support system that addresses all the critical needs of expanding startups across every country in Latin America,” said Alberto Arrieta, CEO of Zeta.

Value for the entrepreneurial ecosystem

The merger strengthens both companies’ ability to support entrepreneurs in a market that demands speed and preparedness. Zeta’s services will range from financial planning with CFO as a Service, international tax services, and support with fundraising to soft landing in Latin American markets, accounting audits and tax compliance, as well as guidance through company valuation processes, due diligence, mergers, and acquisitions.

Key benefits of the merger include:

· A 360° approach: Zeta will bring financial and legal advice together in one place, giving founders a comprehensive experience to help them make strategic decisions and meet all types of legal and tax obligations in the countries where they operate.

· Regional reach with a global outlook: With more than 70 professionals across Latin America, Zeta is ready to support founders throughout the region, helping them take their startups international with the backing of an extensive network of contacts and deep knowledge of local markets.

· Investment readiness: Zeta specializes in preparing startups to always be ready to raise capital, ensuring they can position themselves as global companies, adapt to constant change, and remain flexible in the face of challenges.

A commitment to scalability and flexibility

As startups in the region seek to compete globally, Zeta is positioning itself as a key partner, with the flexibility to adapt to each entrepreneur’s needs and the strength to ensure their growth.

“Our goal is to ensure every startup is ready to take on any challenge and scale quickly and securely, backed by experts and solutions tailored to the way they work,” added Gabriela de Francesco, COO of Zeta.

This announcement is another sign of the continued growth of Latin America’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, where startups and VCs are seeking comprehensive strategic solutions that will help them compete and thrive in an increasingly demanding market.

“Starting a business in Latin America is very difficult. Economic fluctuations and constant regulatory changes make it a challenging environment, but also one of the most productive for resilient and creative entrepreneurs. From day one, our focus has been on providing community spaces and effective solutions for entrepreneurs in the region. This merger is another step in that direction, but we know the journey is just beginning,” said Andrea Marzullo, CFO of Zeta.

About Zeta

Zeta is a professional services firm formed through the merger of CFOstartup and Legal Ventures. It provides comprehensive support to startups and VCs in Latin America, guiding them from the earliest stages of their ventures through to their exit. With more than 15 years of experience, Zeta offers financial, accounting, tax, and legal solutions, helping founders position their startups as global companies.

For more information about Zeta and its services, visit www.somoszeta.com