The BretA2026 mission is part of the Brazilian Startups Worldwide (BSW) Program by FAPES.

The list of 11 retail techs selected for the next stage of the Brazilian Retail Techs in Argentina – BretA2026 reinforces the strength of Espírito Santo’s innovation ecosystem. Among the companies chosen to advance in the program, ten are based in Espírito Santo. They will now undergo an intensive training phase in preparation for the international mission to Buenos Aires, scheduled to take place from May 10 to 16.

Promoted by the Espírito Santo Research and Innovation Support Foundation (FAPES), in partnership with Fecomércio-ES, BretA2026 prepares retail techs to operate in international markets and connect innovative solutions to the commerce, services, and tourism sectors in Argentina.

The Espírito Santo companies will receive financial support from FAPES to participate in the mission, which acts as a bridge for the expansion of Brazil’s innovation ecosystem, combining cutting-edge technology with the market expertise required to navigate the Argentine business landscape.

Meet the Selected Companies:

Checkbits: Ensures standardization and compliance with operational routines in bars and restaurants through digital checklists with photo evidence and geolocation, eliminating failures that impact profitability. For more information, click here.

Foozi: Optimizes the supply chain by connecting establishments to suppliers and reducing the average cost of acquiring inputs. For more information, click here.

Futuriza: Boosts fashion e-commerce by replacing traditional photo shoots with AI-generated virtual models, reducing production costs by 30% and accelerating collection launches. For more information, click here.

Gerenciar: Using artificial intelligence, the solution eliminates manual inventory control in restaurants, reducing waste by up to 70% through voice-command management and WhatsApp alerts. For more information, click here.

GreenWay: Works on the structural decarbonization of retail chains by integrating climate traceability and verifiable environmental impact projects. For more information, click here.

iaJob: Reduces retail hiring time from 23 days to just 24 hours, using AI to recruit operational staff quickly and accurately. For more information, click here.

Infinite Foundry: Uses digital twins to simulate store layouts and logistics flows before physical implementation, validating investments and anticipating operational bottlenecks. For more information, click here.

Kenit: Focused on the auto parts sector, uses data intelligence to optimize purchasing and inventory, reducing stockouts and eliminating excess tied-up capital. For more information, click here.

Monnera: A specialist in incentive campaign management, the platform automates goal tracking and reward calculations, ensuring sales team engagement and real revenue growth. For more information, click here.

Takeat: A platform that replaces multiple systems by integrating operations, finances, and loyalty management to generate predictable growth in food service establishments. For more information, click here.

Value: A white-label loyalty platform that combines cashback, points, and personalized campaigns to increase customer retention and average ticket size. For more information, click here.

What is BretA2026?

BretA2026 is part of the Brazilian Startups Worldwide (BSW), an internationalization program created by FAPES. The mission is promoted by the Foundation in partnership with Fecomércio Espírito Santo, Bcome.global, Sebrae, the Innovation Diplomacy Program (PDI) of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Espírito Santo Innovation Mobilization (MCI).

The central objective of BretA2026 is to establish long-term connections between Brazilian retail techs and the innovation ecosystem of the neighboring country. The program will culminate in a seven-day international mission in Buenos Aires, which will include participation in Retail Day 2026, one of the leading B2B events in the retail sector in Latin America, as well as business matchmaking sessions and technical visits.

Text: Fecomércio-ES, Agência Buuk, and FAPES Communications Office

Press Information:
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