Cosmos Capital: a new single-sponsored SF in Mexico

Outstanding leader with a proven track record of value creation through entrepreneurship and leadership across multiple sectors, Emilio Popo Colmenares has launched Cosmos Capital, a new single-sponsored SF in Mexico. The fund is backed by a high-net-worth individual who is covering the search expenses and contributing part of the acquisition ticket.

Emilio, a seasoned finance executive with an MBA from the Texas McCombs School of Business, brings over 15 years of experience driving strategic growth, financial transformation, and operational efficiency across diverse industries, particularly in healthcare, consumer goods, and industrials. Most recently, as CFO of Salauno, he led the company to its first profitable year since 2012, reduced surgical costs by 30%, and significantly improved working capital. Prior to that, at Grupo Diagnóstico Proa, Emilio led strategic planning and investment efforts, overseeing an investment committee that reviewed over 100 opportunities and playing a key role in navigating the COVID-19 crisis. He also has extensive experience in M&A, corporate finance, and investor relations from leadership roles at Anteris, Grupo Herdez, and Grupo KUO. His track record includes more than $500M in transactions, spanning international acquisitions, divestitures, and capital market operations.

While his search is fundamentally industry-agnostic, Emilio has a strong interest and well-developed perspective on opportunities in the Mexican healthcare sector, informed by his post-MBA experience in diagnostic labs and low-cost healthcare models.