CHILE - JANUARY 2027
Come, learn and innovate in South America
About the Latin American Innovation Academy
LATAM Innovation Academy is proudly built by innovators for innovators. During 2 weeks you will learn about innovation methodologies and solve challenges working with leading companies in Latin America.
All of this, while meeting like-minded people, networking with local innovators and travelling from South to North of Chile.
What should I expect?
This Academy will be a full immersion in innovation practices and learning, but learning by doing. You will learn, do, get inspired, connect, and get to know Chile from North to South.
INDUSTRY CHALLENGE
We are partnering with leading companies in Chile and LATAM to offer a real-world challenge for you to tackle in international and interdisciplinary teams. Each team will develop one solution, which will be evaluated by industry experts.
INTERNATIONAL EXPERTS
We bring innovators from around the world to enrich your learning experience. Our experts will share practical methodologies and insights, along with the stories behind their successes.
NETWORKING
You will connect with local and international experts, industry partners, and fellow participants throughout the programme. Dedicated networking sessions will give you the chance to exchange ideas, build professional relationships and explore future collaborations.
CULTURAL IMMERSION
We will be based in 3 locations: South in the Patagonia, Centre in Santiago, and North in the Atacama Desert. Each location is carefully chosen to boost your experience.
The program will have 3 to 4 days of bootcamp and 1day of cultural and recreational activities in each location
WHY CHILE?
Chile is one of the most geographically diverse countries in the world, stretching over 4,300 km from north to south while remaining remarkably narrow. From the Atacama Desert, the driest on Earth, to the glaciers and fjords of Patagonia, its landscapes provide a rich backdrop for creative thinking and innovation.
Economically, Chile is one of the most advanced economies in Latin America, with solid institutions, a stable business environment, and a vibrant private sector. According to the Global Innovation Index, Chile is ranked the most innovative country in Latin America and the Caribbean and among the top 60 globally, a testament to its strong performance in innovation inputs, knowledge creation, and market sophistication. This dynamic ecosystem includes multinationals, high-growth startups, SMEs, and entrepreneurial ventures.
Together, Chile’s natural diversity and innovation leadership make it a compelling setting for learning, exploration, and global collaboration.
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OUR VISION
Latin America Innovation Academy is commited to provide world class learning opportunities for students. We welcome students who want to change the world one idea at a time.
We believe in the need to equip the next generation with the best tools and ways of thinking to face the complex future.
They say students are the future, but why to wait?