Ventures & Investments
Companies founded, co-founded, and advised throughout my entrepreneurial journey
Current
Hyperloop Italia
ActiveFounder & CEO
2020 - Present
First company worldwide to obtain exclusive license for commercial realization of Hyperloop technology in Italy.
webidoo
ActiveAdvisory Board
2023 - Present
Providing digital tools designed for local independent businesses. Advisory role supporting businesses to connect with customers like never before.
WeDo Academy
ActiveYouth Entrepreneurship Instructor
2024 - Present
Youth entrepreneurship education program engaging young people aged 10-19 in developing entrepreneurial mindset and leadership skills.
ONTM - Osservatorio Nazionale Tutela del Mare
ActiveExecutive Member of Innovation Hub
2021 - Present
Executive member of Innovation Hub focused on marine protection, sustainable development, and scientific research for Mediterranean biodiversity.
Past Ventures
Hyperloop Transportation Technologies
Co-Founder & Former Chairman
2014 - 2019
Co-founded the first company to develop Hyperloop™, leading a global team of 800+ professionals across 40 countries. Recognized as WEF Technology Pioneer 2018.
Digital Magics
Co-Founder, Partner & Deputy Chairman
2003 - 2016
Co-founded Italy's leading business incubator, listed on AIM Italian Stock Exchange (DM). Built and developed startups with high technological value.
JumpStartFund
Co-Founder & Board Member
2014 - 2019
Crowdsourcing and crowdfunding portal that initiated the collaborative model used to jumpstart HyperloopTT.
Smartup Capital
Investment Board Member
2020 - 2022
NYC-based venture capital firm managing new-tech investments since 2012, focusing on Seed to Series-B startups with global scaling potential.
Faraday Future
Strategic Advisor
2020 - 2022
Global intelligent mobility ecosystem company. Strategic advisor during $1B+ merger and FF 91 luxury electric vehicle development.
Bibop S.p.A.
Founder & CEO
1995 - 2012
Founded Italy's first cross-media agency in 1995. Reached 8 billion Lira turnover within 2 years with 56+ international brand clients. Partial exit to Telecom Italia in 1998.