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Marcelo Valente

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Smart Money Rating: 93 out of 100

Partner, Babel Ventures

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Babel Ventures
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Record updated 4 October 2026

About

Marcelo is the founder of Shepherd, a Los Angeles based company bridging the worlds of entertainment and technology. After building a network of high profile clientele in his home country of Brazil, he moved to Los Angeles to further his education at UCLA and specialize in the entertainment business. He went on to work with some of LA’s most influential musicians and actors connecting them with distinguished brands and projects in Brazil and U.S., establishing essential international partnerships. In 2017, Marcelo joined the team bringing on key investors who could raise awareness about BABEL’s portfolio companies.

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he moved to Los Angeles to further his education at UCLA and specialize in the entertainment businessSource (opens in a new tab)

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