Pete Pizarro is co-founder and managing partner of SALT Venture Partners, an independent venture capital group focused on partnering with innovative organizations in the healthcare, education and restaurant sectors to support strategic capital, commercialization acceleration and digital enablement efforts.
Pete's path mission is to support the improvement and democratization of higher education everywhere. He is passionate about how technology can serve as an enabler of new educational models to provide greater access to quality education through innovative teaching and learning businesses; and the impact of these organizations on the lives of people and society.
Pete has served as president of companies such as Telefonica USA, eLandia, and most recently Ilumno. The greatest accomplishment of his career has been the privilege of creating the Ilumno network and leading a team of education professionals who passionately transformed Ilumno into the largest network of certified multi-market universities in the Latin American region.
Eric Wenke is co-founder and managing partner of SALT Venture Partners, an independent venture capital group focused on partnering with innovative organizations in the healthcare, education and food and beverage sectors to support strategic capital, commercialization acceleration and digital enablement efforts.
In two decades as an executive leader, Eric has managed successful strategic ventures for Fortune 500 companies, co-founded and shaped an Internet telephony alliance from the ground up to multi-million dollar annual sales and returns, designed and led initiatives to transform Telefonica USA (the North American division of the $90 billion Spanish transnational), and held multiple key roles in strategy and operations as part of the management team for a $3 billion dollar premier healthcare system.
Eric is currently CEO of Double Wood Supplements, a leading D2C nutritional supplement company, part of the SALT Venture Partners portfolio. He is also a board member and advisor to several healthcare and technology companies. Eric has been featured in local and national media, including print, radio and television; and has presented at national and regional conferences. In addition to his career, Eric is committed to community involvement and contributes his time and energy, with various local charitable and community outreach organizations.
Robert Bonds is an outstanding professional with over 15 years of experience in higher education, demonstrating his ability to build teams and take educational programs to new levels.
Recognized for his transformational leadership, he has created supportive and motivating cultures within organizations, ensuring their health and success.
With a strategic approach and clear vision, he has successfully revitalized several struggling organizations by engaging his team members, providing structure and creating strong brand awareness both internally and externally.
As COO, his experience in the educational management industry has made him an expert in negotiation, sales, management and marketing strategies. His strong educational background includes an MBA specializing in entrepreneurship from South University in Savannah, Georgia.
In addition to being co-owner and CEO at CMVC, Robert also serves as a consultant at SALT, where he provides valuable insight and strategic perspective.
Antoine Zervudacki is a recognized expert in Business Innovation Management, Marketing and Digital Transformation, with a successful resume in Europe, North America and Latin America, focusing mainly on the Education, Health and Wellness sectors.
Antoine Zervudacki is Vice President of Innovation at SALT VENTURES and CEO of BUNJI, the company's Digital Growth Agency. He is also the Founder of LETSMAKE INNOVATION, a consulting firm specialized in Business Transformation and Innovation Management.
Zervudacki is the creator of three recognized methodologies: Fly! Transformation® to scale businesses, A.L.T® Archetypes of Leadership in Transformation to leverage leadership, and Humanetrics® to measure the impact of Transformation Strategies.
Antoine Zervudacki's motivation is to spread the creative-entrepreneurial spirit to all leaders who seek to "grow and grow"; and to transmit inspiring knowledge in a pedagogical and entertaining way.
He is a professor of the MBA in Innovation Design at ICON University in Leon, Guanajuato. He has mentored more than 500 startups in the United States, Europe and Latin America.
Santiago León Martínez is a distinguished professional with extensive experience in financial management, management control, and regulatory compliance. He specializes in designing robust financial structures that ensure profitability and operational sustainability, leading high-performing teams focused on accounting and administrative excellence.
Recognized for his analytical vision, Santiago implements internal control systems that optimize processes and minimize risks. His approach transforms financial data into strategic information, facilitating key decision-making for business growth in the Colombian market.
As Chief Compliance Officer, Arlette Petersson leads the compliance function across SALT Venture Partners and its portfolio companies. She oversees the policies, controls, and reporting standards that keep operations aligned with the regulatory frameworks of every market where the firm invests.
Her work spans regulatory monitoring, risk assessment, and internal governance, building the compliance foundation that allows portfolio companies to scale responsibly and reach institutional readiness.
As Finance Director, Monica Gutierrez leads financial planning, reporting, and analysis across SALT Venture Partners and its portfolio companies. She oversees budgeting, cash flow management, and the reporting standards that inform the group’s investment decisions.
Her work connects day-to-day financial operations with long-term strategy, turning financial performance into the insight the team needs to allocate capital and guide portfolio companies through growth.
