Yossi Abadi is the most recognized Israeli investor in Central America according to Forbes


For his social impact in the region and his strong presence in the business world, Yossi Abadi, CEO of Grupo TENLOT was named the most recognized investment leader in Central America by the international magazine Forbes.

In addition, due to his consolidated business activity in other countries such as Mexico, Colombia and Brazil, the publication highlighted him as one of the most influential Israeli investors in the entire continent.

Entrepreneurship and betting on new business opportunities are areas in which his country of origin has experience and which have high potential in the Central American region, according to the businessman.

"The best component that Central America could import from Israel is the spirit of entrepreneurship. Israel turned its desert into the most fertile land and its fears into opportunities, thanks to those who dared to think differently, to pursue a goal, when others did not believe it was possible," Yossi Abadi told Forbes.

Under this premise, Abadi is confident that countries such as El Salvador, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, among others, will consolidate as nations of great interest for investment.

Therefore, an area of opportunity in these scenarios is to provide greater legal security to attract more foreign capital.

"What any investor is looking for is legal security for their investment, especially when their home is more than 13,000 kilometers away. Latin Americans, and in particular young Central Americans, have a great spirit. We just need to give them a little push and remind them that failure is just one more step towards success," added Abadi.

Likewise, to promote technological progress and development in the continent, in search of new business opportunities in the future, it is crucial to generate spaces for innovation, the CEO believes.

 "We must promote a Technological Innovation Center that will create a community that promotes progress. That will not only give added value to the country that leads and promotes it, but also to neighboring nations. It is important to develop a new technological environment in the heart of the continent. A place that provides the tools, infrastructure and facilities for future generations," added the investor.

Through its lottery business, TENLOT Group, led by Yossi Abadi, has become a platform for development and humanitarian support, seeking to promote innovation, entrepreneurship and technological development in the region.

Donations to the health, education and environmental sectors, among others, are some of the actions carried out by the company for the benefit of the population.

TENLOT Group was founded by the Israeli businessman Jacob Engel and its business extends to other sectors such as energy, mining, construction and new technologies. 

Yossi Abadi is the most recognized Israeli investor in Central America according to Forbes

Yossi Abadi is the most recognized Israeli investor in Central America according to Forbes