An investment attraction mission led by Invest Pacific visits companies in Mexico City and Guadalajara from May 18–22, showcasing the competitive advantages Valle del Cauca offers to the technology sector.
The mission is backed by the Valle del Cauca Regional Government through its Secretariat of Economic Development, Competitiveness, and Employment.
Santiago de Cali, May 18, 2026. From May 18 to 22, an investment attraction mission led by Invest Pacific is visiting Mexico City and Guadalajara to engage directly with technology sector companies and present the opportunities and competitive advantages that Valle del Cauca offers as an investment destination.
The mission — backed by the Valle del Cauca Regional Government through its Secretariat of Economic Development, Competitiveness, and Employment — opens in Guadalajara on May 18–19. Known as Mexico's Silicon Valley, Guadalajara is home to more than 1,000 technology companies and stands as one of Latin America's most dynamic tech ecosystems.
The mission then moves to Mexico City from May 20–22 — the country's corporate and technology capital and the highest-density hub for global services companies, BPO operations, and multinational technology decision centers.
In both cities, the mission is structured around one-on-one meetings with C-suite and senior executives from technology, BPO, commerce, and services companies. These leaders will receive a first-hand briefing on the specific advantages Valle del Cauca offers to foreign companies looking to expand or establish operations in the region.
Mexico has emerged as a cornerstone of foreign investment in Valle del Cauca, ranking as the region's second-largest investor market. The country currently accounts for 24 active projects and 17 multinationals operating across eight municipalities. Investment is concentrated primarily in Cali (41.7%) and Yumbo (25%), with accumulated capital reaching USD 62.4 million and generating 1,155 direct jobs.
Mexican investment in the region spans both manufacturing — including food processing, construction materials, and packaging — and services, with a strong presence in contact centers, software, and commerce.
A structural talent shortage in Mexico's technology sector — combined with mounting wage pressure in its leading tech hubs — is creating a compelling incentive for Mexican software, BPO, and KPO companies to expand operations to Valle del Cauca.
According to OECD data (2024), 63% of Chief Technology Officers in Mexico report difficulty recruiting specialized profiles. Salaries in major tech hubs have reached levels that are eroding the traditional cost advantage of nearshoring, while the sector's unemployment rate stands at just 2.6% — making qualified talent increasingly scarce and expensive. This combination is driving demand for skilled professionals across Latin America, a need that Valle del Cauca is uniquely positioned to meet.
"Mexico is not a new market for Valle del Cauca — and this mission is designed to deepen that relationship by opening conversations with Mexican technology, BPO, and KPO companies that are ready to take the next step into Latin America, with Valle del Cauca as their operational platform," said Valery Sanclemente, Investment Manager for the Services Sector at Invest Pacific and leader of the mission.
Valle del Cauca offers Mexican companies an average office rental rate of USD 10.4/m², compared to USD 23.1/m² in Mexico City — a difference of over 55% that represents a structural real estate cost advantage that directly strengthens operating margins.
The region also delivers the qualified talent pipeline the sector demands: 31,000 bilingual agents at B1+ English proficiency level are available, alongside an annual contact center attrition rate of just 6.4% — operating conditions that are not easily replicated in Mexico's leading tech corridors.
Beyond cost and talent, investors find strong institutional backing and a public-private productive ecosystem designed to support and de-risk their operations. The Valle del Cauca Regional Government's support for this mission reflects a shared commitment to deepening ties with the Mexican business community — particularly in services and technology — translating into greater investment, higher-quality employment, and broader economic development for the region.
