Vertis

Vertis is an independent Italian investment management firm authorized by the Bank of Italy. It manages five closed-end funds for qualified investors and participates in research projects, spin-offs, startups and small- and medium-sized enterprises, focusing on investments in innovative Italian projects and Made in Italy initiatives.

Alessandro Pontari

Partner

66 past transactions

Focoos AI

Seed Round in 2025
Focoos AI streamlines the integration of artificial vision by providing a platform pre-equipped with adaptable, ready-to-use neural networks. This significantly reduces development time and costs, enabling businesses to swiftly deploy optimized vision models that balance high accuracy with low power consumption.

TimeFlow

Seed Round in 2025
TimeFlow offers an AI-powered platform that connects businesses with a global network of vetted technology partners. This streamlines the process of sourcing IT skills, reducing costs and improving efficiency.

Radical Storage

Series A in 2024
Radical Storage operates a luggage storage network and online platform that enables travelers to store bags by using storage space offered by local businesses such as cafes, bike rentals, bars, and hotels. The company verifies partner locations to ensure safety and reliable access. Through its BAGBNB service, travelers are guided to the nearest participating business in a chosen area and can book a storage slot online, receiving a booking summary with the location and times. The platform aims to provide convenient, affordable storage for holidays or business trips by offering secure spots at varied local partners, with a focus on accessibility and ease of use. Radical Storage was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Rome, Italy.

Starting Finance

Venture Round in 2024
Starting Finance is a platform dedicated to enhancing financial literacy among users. It offers educational content, informative articles on economic events, interactive lessons, live courses, gamified investment challenges, and university-based clubs to help young adults understand finance better and manage their capital effectively.

nCore HR

Seed Round in 2023
nCore HR is a SaaS-based platform that streamlines recruitment processes. It automates and coordinates candidate engagement, HR, and manager interactions asynchronously and remotely until onboarding.

Aindo

Series A in 2023
Aindo specializes in generating synthetic data, enabling artificial intelligence to add value responsibly while respecting privacy. Its platform creates hyper-realistic yet artificial data, replacing personal information or balancing biased datasets for safe and fair analysis across sectors like healthcare, finance, and policymaking.

Coverzen

Seed Round in 2023
Coverzen is a software company that develops an insurance management system for insurance agents and intermediaries. The platform provides a front-end single-screen data entry and quotation interface, enables transformation of quotes into directly issued policies or centrally authorized proposals, supports direct purchase and digital signatures on all produced documentation, and offers remote payment options. By consolidating these functions, the system aims to simplify and digitalize the workflow of insurers, intermediaries, and stakeholders, improving efficiency and speed in policy issuance and administration.

NEWTWEN

Series A in 2023
NEWTWEN develops a software platform that creates real-time embedded virtual sensors for predictive control and diagnostics of electromechanical systems. Its core is a highly accurate digital twin mirroring physical devices' behavior, with proprietary math reducing computational complexity for on-device, real-time performance. This enables smarter control strategies, improved performance, and transformative capabilities like predictive maintenance.

Zerynth

Series A in 2022
Zerynth is a technology company that specializes in enhancing industrial production through an innovative platform that combines Internet of Things (IoT) and artificial intelligence (AI). Founded in 2015 in Pisa, Zerynth aims to facilitate the digital transformation of businesses by enabling seamless connectivity between machinery and advanced Industrial AI systems. The company's flagship product, Zero, serves as an Industrial AI Copilot, promoting efficiency and sustainability in production processes. Zerynth's platform offers real-time monitoring of machinery performance, key performance indicator analysis, and predictive maintenance, while also integrating with enterprise resource planning (ERP), manufacturing execution systems (MES), and business intelligence (BI) systems. Additionally, Zerynth provides tools for secure management of IoT devices at scale, along with engineering services to assist in the digitization of industrial processes. Serving over 150 clients across various sectors, Zerynth positions itself as a leader in the industrial AI landscape.

Sibylla Biotech

Series A in 2022
Sibylla Biotech S.R.L. is an Italian biotechnology company focused on the research and development of innovative solutions for drug design. The company specializes in producing small molecule folding interfering degraders (FIDs) that target various therapeutic areas. Sibylla Biotech employs advanced patent-based software that utilizes algorithms and drug design protocols to enhance drug discovery processes. By implementing original reaction path sampling and data reduction techniques, the software aims to streamline the development of treatments for incurable diseases. In addition to its product development, Sibylla Biotech offers consultancy services in biotechnology and drug development, supporting medical practitioners in rationalizing their research efforts. The company is headquartered in Italy.

Deliveristo

Venture Round in 2022
Deliveristo Srl is a Milan-based company that operates a B2B digital marketplace focused on food delivery services. Founded in 2017, the platform connects hotels, restaurants, and cafes directly with suppliers, including farmers and distributors. It offers a wide range of food products such as pasta, rice, cheeses, salami, preserves, meat, fish, oils, and vinegar. By utilizing a drop shipping model, Deliveristo allows HoReCa operators to streamline their ordering process, eliminating middlemen and enabling direct purchases. The platform also provides order management capabilities, allowing users to manage customers, products, personalized pricing, and various reports, thereby enhancing operational efficiency for food service businesses.

NEWTWEN

Seed Round in 2022
NEWTWEN develops a software platform that creates real-time embedded virtual sensors for predictive control and diagnostics of electromechanical systems. Its core is a highly accurate digital twin mirroring physical devices' behavior, with proprietary math reducing computational complexity for on-device, real-time performance. This enables smarter control strategies, improved performance, and transformative capabilities like predictive maintenance.

Aindo

Seed Round in 2021
Aindo specializes in generating synthetic data, enabling artificial intelligence to add value responsibly while respecting privacy. Its platform creates hyper-realistic yet artificial data, replacing personal information or balancing biased datasets for safe and fair analysis across sectors like healthcare, finance, and policymaking.

SkinLabo

Series B in 2021
SkinLabo is a European and US beauty industry disruptor, operating as a direct-to-consumer (DTC) digital platform. Its mission is to make high-quality cosmetics accessible to all, offering a range of products including anti-ageing serums, skin creams, and body care items. The company stands out for its exceptional customer acquisition and retention rates, along with multilingual beauty consultant support.

Entando

Series B in 2021
Entando is an open-source Application Composition Platform that empowers IT teams and business users to collaborate on building, deploying, and managing cloud-native applications. It offers a low-code application builder and shareable, modular components, fostering agility, cost-efficiency, faster time-to-market, and increased innovation.

ToothPic

Series A in 2021
ToothPic S.r.l. specializes in software solutions that utilize device recognition technology to enhance user authentication. Founded in 2016 and based in Turin, Italy, ToothPic has developed two main technologies: Toothpic Search, which associates photos with their original devices, and Toothpic Authenticate, which identifies smartphone camera sensors for secure authentication. The company, an official spin-off of Politecnico di Torino, has secured four patents for its innovations and has received recognition from the European Commission. ToothPic’s technology leverages unique imperfections in smartphone cameras to create cryptographic keys, allowing users to authenticate without centralized credential storage, thus reducing vulnerability to attacks. This innovative approach enables seamless integration into existing applications through a Software Development Kit compatible with both Android and iOS. By offering a multifactor authentication method that does not require additional hardware, ToothPic aims to enhance security for various digital applications while simplifying the management of sensitive user credentials.

Fitprime

Series A in 2021
Fitprime is a Rome-based online platform that provides unlimited access to a broad network of sport centers through daily entry or monthly subscription. Launched in February 2016, it operates as a fitness locator and online marketplace that lets users find and reserve sporting facilities, subscribe to monthly access for partner centers, participate in online sessions, and develop personalized nutrition plans. The platform also supports employer wellness initiatives by enabling companies to offer access to fitness services and wellness resources for employees, emphasizing physical, nutritional, and mental well-being. By combining facility access with health-focused services, Fitprime aims to simplify how individuals and organizations integrate regular physical activity into daily routines.

Buzzoole

Series B in 2020
Buzzoole is an influencer marketing platform that automates the integration of key influencers into brands' digital and social communications. Utilizing advanced technology, Buzzoole analyzes online conversations across registered users' social media channels to categorize discussions and identify topics where users have the most influence. This process enables brands to connect with specific influencers in their niche markets efficiently. Operating on a Cost-Per-Post business model, Buzzoole provides a scalable solution for brands of all sizes, from startups to established companies, allowing them to reduce costs by up to 70% compared to traditional agency collaborations. The platform employs artificial intelligence and data analysis to design and manage campaigns, track influencer posts, and monitor campaign performance in real-time. This transparent approach ensures brands have full visibility into their spending, the influencers involved, and the return on investment of their campaigns.

Zerynth

Series A in 2020
Zerynth is a technology company that specializes in enhancing industrial production through an innovative platform that combines Internet of Things (IoT) and artificial intelligence (AI). Founded in 2015 in Pisa, Zerynth aims to facilitate the digital transformation of businesses by enabling seamless connectivity between machinery and advanced Industrial AI systems. The company's flagship product, Zero, serves as an Industrial AI Copilot, promoting efficiency and sustainability in production processes. Zerynth's platform offers real-time monitoring of machinery performance, key performance indicator analysis, and predictive maintenance, while also integrating with enterprise resource planning (ERP), manufacturing execution systems (MES), and business intelligence (BI) systems. Additionally, Zerynth provides tools for secure management of IoT devices at scale, along with engineering services to assist in the digitization of industrial processes. Serving over 150 clients across various sectors, Zerynth positions itself as a leader in the industrial AI landscape.

IntendiMe

Venture Round in 2020
IntendiMe develops a wearable sound-detection system for people who are deaf or have hearing impairments. The technology detects sounds in real time and delivers warnings to the user on a smartwatch, with alerts also available on smartphones or tablets, helping users stay aware of their surroundings and maintain independence, safety, and daily-life autonomy.

Milkman Technologies

Series C in 2020
Milkman Technologies is a last-mile delivery platform founded in Italy in 2015 by Antonio Perini and Tommaso Baù. The company focuses on enhancing delivery experiences for logistics teams and organizations by offering a suite of proprietary automated features that prioritize choice, control, and convenience along the supply chain. Milkman's platform enables businesses to facilitate shopping from both offline and online stores, allowing consumers to arrange shipments at their convenience. With a growing full-time staff of over 70 professionals from various continents, Milkman has established offices in Italy and the USA. The company has gained recognition in the industry, winning the Netcomm E-commerce Award for Best Innovation and Best Service. Notable clients include internationally recognized brands such as Amazon, Zara, Nespresso, IKEA, and Eataly. In 2019, Milkman partnered with Poste Italiane to provide same-day and scheduled deliveries on a national level, further expanding their service offerings.

Radical Storage

Series A in 2020
Radical Storage operates a luggage storage network and online platform that enables travelers to store bags by using storage space offered by local businesses such as cafes, bike rentals, bars, and hotels. The company verifies partner locations to ensure safety and reliable access. Through its BAGBNB service, travelers are guided to the nearest participating business in a chosen area and can book a storage slot online, receiving a booking summary with the location and times. The platform aims to provide convenient, affordable storage for holidays or business trips by offering secure spots at varied local partners, with a focus on accessibility and ease of use. Radical Storage was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Rome, Italy.

Buzzoole

Venture Round in 2019
Buzzoole is an influencer marketing platform that automates the integration of key influencers into brands' digital and social communications. Utilizing advanced technology, Buzzoole analyzes online conversations across registered users' social media channels to categorize discussions and identify topics where users have the most influence. This process enables brands to connect with specific influencers in their niche markets efficiently. Operating on a Cost-Per-Post business model, Buzzoole provides a scalable solution for brands of all sizes, from startups to established companies, allowing them to reduce costs by up to 70% compared to traditional agency collaborations. The platform employs artificial intelligence and data analysis to design and manage campaigns, track influencer posts, and monitor campaign performance in real-time. This transparent approach ensures brands have full visibility into their spending, the influencers involved, and the return on investment of their campaigns.

Entando

Series A in 2019
Entando is an open-source Application Composition Platform that empowers IT teams and business users to collaborate on building, deploying, and managing cloud-native applications. It offers a low-code application builder and shareable, modular components, fostering agility, cost-efficiency, faster time-to-market, and increased innovation.

Intrepida Bio

Venture Round in 2019
Intrepida Bio, Inc. is a biotechnology company focused on developing innovative cancer therapies that enhance the body’s innate immune response. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Diego, California, the company specializes in creating medicines that modulate the innate immune system to combat cancer and other diseases. Intrepida Bio is particularly engaged in the development of monoclonal antibodies aimed at novel targets such as BAG3 and its receptor IFITM-2, which are involved in establishing a tumor-friendly environment. Through its research efforts, Intrepida Bio aims to provide patients with effective treatment options to fight cancer.

Buzzoole

Series A in 2018
Buzzoole is an influencer marketing platform that automates the integration of key influencers into brands' digital and social communications. Utilizing advanced technology, Buzzoole analyzes online conversations across registered users' social media channels to categorize discussions and identify topics where users have the most influence. This process enables brands to connect with specific influencers in their niche markets efficiently. Operating on a Cost-Per-Post business model, Buzzoole provides a scalable solution for brands of all sizes, from startups to established companies, allowing them to reduce costs by up to 70% compared to traditional agency collaborations. The platform employs artificial intelligence and data analysis to design and manage campaigns, track influencer posts, and monitor campaign performance in real-time. This transparent approach ensures brands have full visibility into their spending, the influencers involved, and the return on investment of their campaigns.

Credimi

Venture Round in 2018
Credimi S.p.A. is a digital factoring company based in Milan, Italy, founded in 2015. It specializes in providing financing solutions primarily for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Italy and Europe. As the largest digital lender for businesses in Europe, Credimi has facilitated over 2 billion euros in financing and has received approximately 100,000 funding requests from Italian SMEs. The company is a regulated financial intermediary under the supervision of Banca d’Italia, dedicated to simplifying access to credit. By leveraging proprietary technology to assess credit risk and maintaining low operational costs, Credimi is able to offer financing swiftly. Its funding is supported by strategic partnerships with several institutional investors, including notable banks. Led by Ignazio Rocco, Credimi's team consists of over 90 skilled professionals who collectively hold the majority ownership of the company.

Milkman Technologies

Venture Round in 2018
Milkman Technologies is a last-mile delivery platform founded in Italy in 2015 by Antonio Perini and Tommaso Baù. The company focuses on enhancing delivery experiences for logistics teams and organizations by offering a suite of proprietary automated features that prioritize choice, control, and convenience along the supply chain. Milkman's platform enables businesses to facilitate shopping from both offline and online stores, allowing consumers to arrange shipments at their convenience. With a growing full-time staff of over 70 professionals from various continents, Milkman has established offices in Italy and the USA. The company has gained recognition in the industry, winning the Netcomm E-commerce Award for Best Innovation and Best Service. Notable clients include internationally recognized brands such as Amazon, Zara, Nespresso, IKEA, and Eataly. In 2019, Milkman partnered with Poste Italiane to provide same-day and scheduled deliveries on a national level, further expanding their service offerings.

Sclak

Series A in 2018
Sclak s.r.l., founded in 2014 and based in Milan, Italy, specializes in developing advanced access control systems for various environments including homes and offices. The company offers an electronic device that connects to a mobile application, allowing users to manage digital keys, open electric locks, and control access remotely. Sclak's technology integrates seamlessly with various types of locks and provides features such as remote access management, usage tracking, and notifications for enhanced security. This innovative system not only streamlines the process of granting access but also supports maintenance and can generate additional revenue opportunities for users.

ToothPic

Seed Round in 2018
ToothPic S.r.l. specializes in software solutions that utilize device recognition technology to enhance user authentication. Founded in 2016 and based in Turin, Italy, ToothPic has developed two main technologies: Toothpic Search, which associates photos with their original devices, and Toothpic Authenticate, which identifies smartphone camera sensors for secure authentication. The company, an official spin-off of Politecnico di Torino, has secured four patents for its innovations and has received recognition from the European Commission. ToothPic’s technology leverages unique imperfections in smartphone cameras to create cryptographic keys, allowing users to authenticate without centralized credential storage, thus reducing vulnerability to attacks. This innovative approach enables seamless integration into existing applications through a Software Development Kit compatible with both Android and iOS. By offering a multifactor authentication method that does not require additional hardware, ToothPic aims to enhance security for various digital applications while simplifying the management of sensitive user credentials.

Selematic

Acquisition in 2017
Founded in Italy in 1978, Selematic specializes in manufacturing packaging machinery for the food sector. It offers a range of automatic systems including case packing plants, carton-box packing systems, shrink wrapping machines, palletizing systems, and metal detectors. The company serves various sectors such as legumes, nuts, bakery products, and detergents.

Mosaicoon

Series B in 2016
Mosaicoon is a data-driven marketplace that specializes in the buying, selling, and distribution of original video content. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Italy, the company operates seven offices across EMEA and APAC. Mosaicoon's platform connects professional video creators with brands and agencies seeking high-quality video content at scale. This end-to-end solution allows marketers to efficiently produce unlimited video assets, conduct A/B testing across popular media channels, and access real-time performance analytics, ultimately optimizing their advertising budgets. Recognized as one of Europe's most innovative companies and an official Facebook Marketing Partner, Mosaicoon streamlines the video production process, making it faster and more cost-effective compared to traditional methods.

Preziosi Food srl

Acquisition in 2016
Preziosi Food srl is a manufacturer and distributor of sweet and savory snacks specifically designed for children and teenagers. Established in 2008 and headquartered in Melfi, Italy, the company offers a diverse range of products including savory snacks like chips, extruded corns, pellets, and popcorn, as well as sweet treats such as chocolate eggs, stuffed sponge cakes, and gummy candies. Notably, Preziosi Food incorporates popular entertainment and sports characters into its product lines, enhancing their appeal to a young audience. Additionally, the company caters to celiac patients by providing gluten-free options. Its products are distributed through various retail channels, including hypermarkets, supermarkets, independent businesses, and other outlets such as bars, tobacco shops, and gas stations.

WIB Machines

Seed Round in 2015
WIB srl specializes in developing automated vending solutions and smart lockers for retail, distribution, and e-commerce. Founded in 2013 and based in Palermo, Italy, with an additional office in New York, the company offers tailored hardware and software solutions that allow businesses to integrate automated retail with various digital services. WIB’s proprietary management platform enables retailers to control multiple aspects of their operations remotely, including stock management, temperature control, and sales flows. The company's machines feature touch screen interfaces and support online purchases via web or smartphones, allowing consumers to collect their orders conveniently at any time. Additionally, WIB provides facilities such as digital signage, data analytics, and premium assistance, enhancing both consumer experience and operational efficiency for businesses.

Glomeria Therapeutics

Venture Round in 2015
Glomeria Therapeutics S.r.l. is a company focused on the research, development, and marketing of innovative medical devices aimed at treating serious nephrological diseases. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Chieti, Italy, Glomeria specializes in solutions for peritoneal dialysis, including the DesmoPD, a connection system for peritoneal dialysis, and SmartPD, an automated device that manages the instillation of dialysis solutions into the peritoneum. The company's commitment to advancing nephrological treatments highlights its role in addressing critical healthcare needs in this specialized area.

Cogisen

Series A in 2014
Cogisen Srl is an Italian company based in Naples, established in 2009, that specializes in developing artificial intelligence solutions. The firm is known for its innovative product, SENCOGI, an eye-tracking software designed for smartphones and mobile devices. In addition to this offering, Cogisen provides image recognition technology that utilizes artificial intelligence and cognitive modeling to extract context and intent from video content. By identifying patterns and creating associations between various objects, the company enhances the ability to process and integrate data from diverse digital streams, thereby improving efficiency and reducing the volume of data needed for effective information recognition and interpretation.

WIB Machines

Seed Round in 2014
WIB srl specializes in developing automated vending solutions and smart lockers for retail, distribution, and e-commerce. Founded in 2013 and based in Palermo, Italy, with an additional office in New York, the company offers tailored hardware and software solutions that allow businesses to integrate automated retail with various digital services. WIB’s proprietary management platform enables retailers to control multiple aspects of their operations remotely, including stock management, temperature control, and sales flows. The company's machines feature touch screen interfaces and support online purchases via web or smartphones, allowing consumers to collect their orders conveniently at any time. Additionally, WIB provides facilities such as digital signage, data analytics, and premium assistance, enhancing both consumer experience and operational efficiency for businesses.

Italiana Bordi

Private Equity Round in 2013
Italiana Bordi SpA is a prominent manufacturer specializing in furniture edgings and related products, with over 40 years of experience in the plastics sector. The company focuses on producing innovative and environmentally friendly materials, such as ABS and Polypropylene, to meet the diverse needs of the furniture industry. Italiana Bordi combines traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology, allowing it to offer a range of products including foil and furniture edges, digital printing, dust seal bands, and interlocking boards. Through its commitment to quality and innovation, Italiana Bordi has established itself as a key player in the market, catering to the evolving demands of customers.

Chef Dovunque

Seed Round in 2013
Chef Dovunque srl is a Milan-based company that specializes in the production and marketing of pre-measured pasta kits. It offers a modern solution for enjoying Italian cuisine, providing consumers with convenient and accessible options for preparing traditional Italian dishes at home. By focusing on quality and ease of use, Chef Dovunque aims to enhance the dining experience while celebrating the rich culinary heritage of Italy.

Personal Factory

Venture Round in 2013
Personal Factory designs and manufactures digital systems and machinery for producing mortars and construction materials, and develops advanced building technologies for the construction sector. The company operates in the chemical domain by supplying compounds used to produce powders and has developed the Origami 4 platform to design and realize its solutions, while also offering business consulting, technical and branding services, marketing support and research laboratory work. It provides tailored materials through automated mixing and packaging processes and uses a chemical toolkit to help clients select raw materials for customized powders, enabling more efficient, cost-effective production. Based in Simbario, Italy, Personal Factory focuses on integrating digital systems with materials science to streamline manufacturing in construction projects.

TITANO

Seed Round in 2013
Titano, startup from Campania that allows to reduce fuel consumption and polluting emissions in all combustion engines of cars, ships, planes and industries thanks to a patented technical solution.

Arav Fashion

Private Equity Round in 2013
Arav Fashion Group is a Naples-based company that produces and distributes the brands Silvian Heach, Silvian Heach Kids and the fashion brand for kids Aston Martin.

Cogisen

Series A in 2013
Cogisen Srl is an Italian company based in Naples, established in 2009, that specializes in developing artificial intelligence solutions. The firm is known for its innovative product, SENCOGI, an eye-tracking software designed for smartphones and mobile devices. In addition to this offering, Cogisen provides image recognition technology that utilizes artificial intelligence and cognitive modeling to extract context and intent from video content. By identifying patterns and creating associations between various objects, the company enhances the ability to process and integrate data from diverse digital streams, thereby improving efficiency and reducing the volume of data needed for effective information recognition and interpretation.

Jusp

Series A in 2013
Jusp is a developer of a mobile payment platform that transforms smartphones into point of sale devices. The company offers a solution that includes a card reader, which connects to smartphones through a mini-jack lead, allowing the reading of chip cards. Their application manages the transaction process, enabling merchants to accept card payments effortlessly. By simplifying payments and transactions for both customers and businesses, Jusp aims to enhance the payment experience through a user-friendly app and minimal device interaction.

Mosaicoon

Series A in 2012
Mosaicoon is a data-driven marketplace that specializes in the buying, selling, and distribution of original video content. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Italy, the company operates seven offices across EMEA and APAC. Mosaicoon's platform connects professional video creators with brands and agencies seeking high-quality video content at scale. This end-to-end solution allows marketers to efficiently produce unlimited video assets, conduct A/B testing across popular media channels, and access real-time performance analytics, ultimately optimizing their advertising budgets. Recognized as one of Europe's most innovative companies and an official Facebook Marketing Partner, Mosaicoon streamlines the video production process, making it faster and more cost-effective compared to traditional methods.

Fluidotecnica Sanseverino

Seed Round in 2012
Fluidotecnica Sanseverino Srl is an Italian company based in Bari, specializing in environmental technology. The company has developed Disolea, an innovative system designed to separate floating polluting fluids from production process water. This solution addresses environmental concerns by effectively managing and mitigating water contamination in industrial settings.

Cogisen

Seed Round in 2012
Cogisen Srl is an Italian company based in Naples, established in 2009, that specializes in developing artificial intelligence solutions. The firm is known for its innovative product, SENCOGI, an eye-tracking software designed for smartphones and mobile devices. In addition to this offering, Cogisen provides image recognition technology that utilizes artificial intelligence and cognitive modeling to extract context and intent from video content. By identifying patterns and creating associations between various objects, the company enhances the ability to process and integrate data from diverse digital streams, thereby improving efficiency and reducing the volume of data needed for effective information recognition and interpretation.

Paperlit

Venture Round in 2012
Paperlit Inc., established in 2009 and headquartered in Menlo Park, California, specializes in developing multiplatform applications that facilitate the automatic publication of newspapers, magazines, catalogs, or newsletters onto mobile phones and web browsers worldwide. The company's core business involves providing digital content transformation tools to publishers and advertisers, enabling them to make data-driven decisions to better understand and reach their customers and users.

AppsBuilder

Seed Round in 2012
AppsBuilder is a mobile publishing and distribution platform that enables small and large enterprises to establish a strong mobile presence, engage new customers, and enhance client retention through the development of mobile applications. Its user-friendly platform offers a comprehensive set of tools for creating, managing, and distributing apps across various promotional channels, including QR codes and social media integration. Additionally, AppsBuilder provides advanced CRM tools that facilitate lasting customer relationships and geolocalized communication to maximize outreach. The platform features a range of functionalities, such as push notifications, geolocalized couponing, in-app feedback forms, and loyalty programs, aimed at improving user engagement and retention. With a cloud-based system, users can easily update content and synchronize their app with their website, ensuring a seamless and up-to-date mobile experience. Overall, AppsBuilder serves as an effective solution for businesses looking to leverage innovative mobile technologies to enhance their marketing efforts.

Linkpass

Venture Round in 2012
Linkpass is a mobile app for social discovering, designed for professional organizers who aim at enhancing the attendees experience of meetings, conventions, exhibitions, trade fairs and any type of events. It allows end-users to discover, meet and contact likeminded people directly and quickly, fostering networking opportunities. Linkpass allows attendees and organizers a valuable social connection thanks to the location in actual relevant events and spaces. Linkpass (formerly Infostronomy) was created in November 2011 as research project for the Master of Arts in Design Studies, Applied Imagination in the Creative Industries by Danilo De Rosa and Angelo Romano. The project was showed to the public during the December 2011 Degree show in Kings Cross London having exceptional reviews from course professors Paul Colbeck and Geoff Crook.

Karalit

Venture Round in 2012
Karalit is a developer of advanced computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and computer-aided engineering (CAE) software, catering to both industrial and academic clients globally. The company aims to innovate within the CFD and CAE sectors by offering a user-friendly approach to analysis that emphasizes efficiency and quality. Its software is designed to facilitate data transfer without lengthy setup procedures, allowing for straightforward applications that streamline the initial configuration. This efficiency enables clients to utilize the software across an unlimited number of computational cores without incurring additional costs, ultimately supporting their primary objectives of saving time and enhancing usability in engineering analysis.

Vivocha

Venture Round in 2012
Vivocha provides a cloud-based service enabling businesses to engage with customers online via VoIP calls (audio and video), chat, audio callbacks, and collaboration tools such as assisted browsing and document sharing.

DeRev

Series A in 2012
DeRev is an Italian company specializing in digital strategy, communication, and marketing. It focuses on digital identity and reputation management, community building and social media engagement, and creating immersive experiences with virtual, mixed, and augmented reality for the metaverse. The company supports large corporations, organizations, institutions, and public figures in interpreting online dynamics to achieve strategic goals, measure effectiveness, drive digital transformation, and lead in social media and virtual worlds. It emphasizes data-driven expertise, reliability, quality, and trust as a digital partner, delivering creativity and real-time responsiveness. DeRev maintains active audiences across social channels and analyzes trends and audience preferences in an ethical, privacy-conscious manner. It also develops and offers platforms and capabilities to mobilize digital campaigns and community-driven initiatives, combining technology with creative storytelling to advance clients' objectives.

WISCO

Acquisition in 2012
Wisco (Water & Industrial Services Company), a Campania company that owns and manages a network of 23 plants located throughout the country, mostly in Southern Italy, for the treatment of industrial wastewater coming from Trenitalia's workshops and railway parks.

Blomming

Venture Round in 2012
Blomming is an online e-commerce platform that enables individuals and businesses to sell their products through various digital channels, including personal websites, blogs, and social media platforms like Facebook. The platform allows users to create a centralized e-shop quickly and efficiently, facilitating a seamless integration of their online sales presence across multiple platforms. This approach not only saves time and effort but also helps users maintain their online identities while reaching potential customers where they are most active. Blomming's innovative features include a social affiliation system that allows users to earn revenue by sharing products from other sellers through social media interactions. Recognized for its contributions to the e-commerce landscape, Blomming has received accolades such as the Cool Vendor in E-Commerce by Gartner and the Premio Nazionale per l’Innovazione from the Italian presidency.

+plugg

Seed Round in 2012
+ plugg, a Sardinian startup that has as its primary objective to produce and market accessories for all devices in the Apple world. The entrepreneurial idea is based on the possibility of reinventing objects in common use, giving them new intelligence once they are connected to smartphones, making them interact with each other, increasing the level of interaction between people and encouraging the spontaneous creation of communities of users who use the products + plugg and share data and information.

Promoqui

Seed Round in 2011
Promoqui S.p.A. is a Naples-based company that provides a search engine designed for Italian shoppers to access promotional offers, flyers, and discount coupons for various goods online. Launched in 2011, Promoqui enables users to discover commercial promotions specific to their geographical location. The company offers its services through both a website and a downloadable application compatible with iPhone, iPad, Android smartphones, and Windows phones. In addition to serving consumers, Promoqui provides subscription services to companies, allowing them to enhance the visibility of their promotions and connect directly with potential customers. As of May 2020, Promoqui operates as a subsidiary of the ShopFully International Group.

AutoXY

Seed Round in 2011
AutoXY is a vertical search engine focused on the automotive industry, designed to index information related to both new and used cars. Established on March 23, 2010, and headquartered in Lecce, Italy, AutoXY facilitates a comprehensive search experience by aggregating car advertisements from various sources across the web, enabling users to find all relevant listings with a single query. In addition to its search capabilities, the company provides lead generation services and features a performance marketing platform that includes tools for price comparison and car purchasing advice. By segmenting searches based on user preferences, such as car type and geographic location, AutoXY supports car manufacturers, dealers, and digital media in the automotive sector with effective advertising and management solutions.

BIOUNIVERSA srl

Seed Round in 2010
BIOUNIVERSA srl is a biotechnology company based in Fisciano, Italy, established in 2009. The company specializes in the development of diagnostic and therapeutic products that leverage the biological properties of the BAG3 protein, which plays a crucial role in regulating cell death. BIOUNIVERSA offers a range of products including biochemical markers for diagnosing pancreatic cancer and ischemic heart disease, as well as BAG3 antibodies for research purposes. Their offerings include IHC kits for detecting BAG3 in pancreatic adenocarcinoma tissues, and ELISA kits designed for various applications, such as detecting BAG3 antibodies in human sera for specific diagnosis and early detection of pancreatic adenocarcinoma, as well as monitoring ischemic conditions and cardiotoxic events. The company's products are aimed at improving the diagnosis and treatment of diseases associated with cell death dysregulation, particularly pancreatic cancer and cardiovascular disorders.

Money360.it

Seed Round in 2010
Money360.it is an online broker based in Milan, Italy, specializing in retail financial and insurance products since its establishment in 2010. As a subsidiary of Gruppo MutuiOnline, the company offers intermediary services for home and personal loans, bank accounts, and various insurance products from multiple institutions. It primarily serves credit professionals who are passionate about the financial sector, providing consultancy services alongside its brokerage offerings. Money360.it aims to facilitate access to a range of financial solutions for its clients.

Glomeria Therapeutics

Seed Round in 2010
Glomeria Therapeutics S.r.l. is a company focused on the research, development, and marketing of innovative medical devices aimed at treating serious nephrological diseases. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Chieti, Italy, Glomeria specializes in solutions for peritoneal dialysis, including the DesmoPD, a connection system for peritoneal dialysis, and SmartPD, an automated device that manages the instillation of dialysis solutions into the peritoneum. The company's commitment to advancing nephrological treatments highlights its role in addressing critical healthcare needs in this specialized area.

Belsito Media

Venture Round in 2010
Belsitomedia has been founded in order to offer companies an optimum strategy for online communication, thanks to the deliberate choice to put the user and their perception of the brand first. Belsitomedia has developed a unique advertising campaign model of web engagement, choosing to integrate all the necessary competencies in order to optimise all the phases of materializing a campaign; from the strategic planning to the conception, from production to distribution.

Personal Factory

Venture Round in 2009
Personal Factory designs and manufactures digital systems and machinery for producing mortars and construction materials, and develops advanced building technologies for the construction sector. The company operates in the chemical domain by supplying compounds used to produce powders and has developed the Origami 4 platform to design and realize its solutions, while also offering business consulting, technical and branding services, marketing support and research laboratory work. It provides tailored materials through automated mixing and packaging processes and uses a chemical toolkit to help clients select raw materials for customized powders, enabling more efficient, cost-effective production. Based in Simbario, Italy, Personal Factory focuses on integrating digital systems with materials science to streamline manufacturing in construction projects.

Mosaicoon

Seed Round in 2009
Mosaicoon is a data-driven marketplace that specializes in the buying, selling, and distribution of original video content. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Italy, the company operates seven offices across EMEA and APAC. Mosaicoon's platform connects professional video creators with brands and agencies seeking high-quality video content at scale. This end-to-end solution allows marketers to efficiently produce unlimited video assets, conduct A/B testing across popular media channels, and access real-time performance analytics, ultimately optimizing their advertising budgets. Recognized as one of Europe's most innovative companies and an official Facebook Marketing Partner, Mosaicoon streamlines the video production process, making it faster and more cost-effective compared to traditional methods.

XBOOKS

XBOOKS specializes in advanced tax compliance software for traditional financial investments and digital assets. Its platform offers comprehensive tools including a portfolio tracker, tax-saving simulators, and accurate reporting to provide users full control over investment taxation.
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