Érika Melo

Érika Melo is a seasoned professional in venture capital and innovation, currently serving as a Venture Capital Fellow at SomosVC since October 2025. Previously, Érika held positions such as Corporate Venture Capital Specialist at Grupo Boticário, where responsibilities included startup investment scouting and developing a corporate investment thesis. Prior to this, roles at ACE Ventures and Lojas Renner S.A. involved leading startup acceleration programs and establishing a corporate venture capital arm, respectively. Érika's earlier experience includes positions at The Kraft Heinz Company, IBOPE Brasil, and UOTZ, focusing on market research, innovation projects, and competitive intelligence. Érika holds a Bachelor's degree in International Relations from Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo, completed in 2016.