Marcelo Málaga Saldaña

Yalla Capital is an independent boutique Investment Banking firm specializing in Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Placements, and Capital Markets Advisory. With a strategic focus on technology companies and a growing footprint in the real economy, Yalla Capital leverages deep industry expertise, a commitment to excellence, and high-level execution to deliver outstanding results for our clients.

Nosso objetivo é produzir case-studies de reestruturações empresariais icônicas, sob o ângulo financeiro e jurídico.

Michelin-awarded restaurant located in São Paulo, Brazil, specializing in contemporary Peruvian cuisine and Amazonian ingredients - Carefully set up tables (mise en place), with attention to cutlery placement and visual harmony; - Assisted in wine service and supported the sommelier, with emphasis on discretion and elegance; - Cleared plates and utensils efficiently, ensuring cleanliness and maintaining the dining room's flow; - Provided support to the waitstaff during high-volume shifts, contributing to service efficiency and coordination; - Maintained the aesthetic and organizational standards of the guest experience from beginning to end.

Bradesco BBI's Equity Research unlocks market intelligence with sharp analysis, data-driven insights, and strategic foresight, guiding institutional investors through Brazil and Latin America's dynamic equities landscape.

Quatá Investimentos specializes in providing structured credit and financing to Brazil-based middle and upper-market borrowers across a wide range of industries.

We built a gaming startup focused on connecting professional gamers with aspiring players looking to improve and go pro. Our platform offered training sessions, 1:1 mentorship, and gameplay feedback, while also working as a talent discovery ecosystem, recommending up-and-coming players to teams and organizations. We also organized online tournaments and community events to boost engagement and grow the eSports scene in Latin America. We took part in the START Fellowship, an international startup acceleration program led by START Global at the University of St. Gallen (Switzerland). We were also financially supported by UTEC Ventures and formed a strategic partnership with NEU (Núcleo de Empreendedorismo da USP).

Successfully completed the Aspire Leaders Program, a global leadership development experience for young changemakers. Throughout the program, I enhanced my critical thinking, communication, and self-confidence skills, while deepening my commitment to social impact. This experience also connected me with a global community dedicated to driving positive change.