Meyer "Micky" Malka

Meyer "Micky" Malka is a prominent technology and financial services entrepreneur who is the founder and general partner of Ribbit Capital, a venture capital firm based in Palo Alto, California.12 Here are some key details about Malka:

Career Highlights

• Founded Ribbit Capital in 2012, focusing on early-stage companies innovating in financial services using technology2
• Co-founded several successful companies including:
  • Heptagon Group (1993) - securities and investment broker dealer1
  • Patagon.com (1998) - Latin America's first comprehensive Internet-based financial services portal12
  • Banco Lemon (2003) - acquired by Banco do Brasil12
  • Bling Nation Ltd. (2008) - mobile payments company1
  • Banco Bracce (2011) - Brazilian financial institution specializing in lending1

Investments and Board Positions

• Through Ribbit Capital, invested in notable fintech companies like Coinbase, Robinhood, Credit Karma, and Wealthfront2
• Serves on the board of directors for MercadoLibre (NASDAQ: MELI)2
• Previously served on the board of Wonga until April 20141

Background

• Born in Venezuela and graduated from Andrés Bello Catholic University in Caracas with a degree in economics in 19961
• Moved to San Francisco in 20071
• Known for his blunt approach and focus on financial innovation4

Current Role

Malka is currently the Managing Partner at Ribbit Capital36, where he continues to invest in and support fintech companies globally. His LinkedIn username is meyermalka.5