Investors in Ai

Chaired by the scientist and entrepreneur Stefano Buono, LIFTT came to life as an operating company in 2019 thanks to Compagnia di San Paolo, Politecnico di Torino and LINKS Foundation. The aim is to encourage technology development and transfer from University to Industry, but also to clear the way from a simple business idea to the creation of an innovative product, offering a dynamic and modern vision of venture capital as applied to Technology Transfer. LIFTT guarantees high visibility to ideas and new businesses at a national and international level, investing and attracting capital and ensuring maximum impact on the local and national territory. While generating value for its shareholders, LIFTT supports the creation of businesses, development, employment and economic growth, through the implementation of an ethical and transparent governance model, based on the participation of all the actors involved.

LAZIO INNOVA is the result of the reorganization process of the Lazio Region's companies dedicated to innovation, credit and economic development provided for in Regional Law No. 10/2013. LAZIO INNOVA integrates more efficiently and effectively the professional skills and activities already entrusted to Sviluppo Lazio, Asclepion, Banca Impresa Lazio, BIC Lazio, Filas and Unionfidi. LAZIO INNOVA operates for the benefit of businesses and local public administration in the following areas: provision of incentives from regional, national and/or European resources,credit support and issuance of guarantees, interventions in venture capital, internationalization services, promotion of business networks and regional excellence, services for business start-up and development, and measures for social inclusion. LAZIO INNOVA also performs specialized technical assistance functions for the Lazio Region, with particular reference to the implementation of European and national programming. LAZIO INNOVA is also responsible on behalf of the Region for the implementation of specific development and internationalization projects such as Lazio's participation in Expo 2015. Finally, LAZIO INNOVA is the regional antenna of European programs for innovation through the analysis, design of cooperation projects and implementation of services and activities for the benefit of Lazio's innovative system.

Isartal Ventures GmbH & Co. KG is the investment vehicle of the Wort & Bild publishing group, mainly focusing on early-stage direct investments. We support e-health startups with know-how, network and capital. As a medium-sized investment company, our goal is to support young companies in the DACH market. We focus on business ideas and revenue models in the healthcare sector that strengthen pharmacies.

Growth Engine is a Venture Capital holding which invests in Pre-Seed and Seed high-potential Startups and Scaleups. Growth Engine was founded by Michele Appendino, the co-Founder of the 1st IT focused VC fund in Europe, Marco Ariello, Private Equity professional with 25+ years of experience, Andrea Marangione, experienced business angels and entrepreneur and Fabio Mondini de Focatiis, former Venture Partner of the most active European VC fund in Series A e Series B.

Azimut is the first major independent Italian financial company active in the managed savings sector. It operates on all world markets, free from the typical complexities of banking, industrial or insurance groups to focus exclusively on the interests of its clients. Azimut integrates management and distribution in order to identify and create the best opportunities on the market suitable for every type of investor: using a network of more than 1,800 consultants throughout Italy, it offers a wide range of financial and insurance solutions, aimed at advanced management of value. In recent years, Azimut has expanded its range of action to the real economy and to support businesses, which has led to the creation of a platform dedicated to alternative investments in private markets, making a range of products traditionally reserved for institutional investors accessible to private investors, and to support entrepreneurs and SMEs through consultancy services in ordinary and extraordinary finance operations.Its mission consists in identifying, based on the client's needs, the most appropriate direction to invest and supporting them in the overall management of the portfolio. A model that leaves you free to choose, challenges and objectives, to continue to be innovators and pioneers in the managed savings sector.Internationality, independence, innovation: these are the values ​​that have always characterized Azimut in successfully facing challenging and highly competitive financial markets

Anya Capital invests in companies that strive for a more purposeful world. They view capital as a raw source of energy that should be consciously deployed to support Life, Earth, and People. They recognize mindful activists and entrepreneurs as some of the world's Healers and firmly believe that, together, they can advance the world.

We support new entrepreneurs and develop new business models by sharing our professional network and our wealth of know-how to create long-term value and positive social impact on the territories.Ulixes Sgr wants to contribute to the resolution of structural problems, even in traditional sectors, paying attention to international macro trends of technological and socio-economic development, in compliance with the sustainable development goals (SDGs) promoted by the United Nations in the 2030 Agenda.

Rialto is focused on supporting European founders operating in hard tech sectors which demonstrates domain expertise in recession-proof strategic verticals, such as developer tools, robotics, non-gen AI, cybersecurity, AR/VR, Enterprise SaaS, tech-enabled healthcare, and cloud services.

Italian Founders Fund provide access to a community of leading founders who have experienced the journey and are eager to share their knowledge and networks. They lead pre-seed and seed rounds investing from 250k to 1.5 million, while facilitating access to international growth capital. As a founder community-powered venture capital fund, they embody what the best Italian entrepreneurs want and deserve.

Giano Ventures is a VC investor in the most promising technology startups in Italy and five other European markets (Germany, France, Poland, Spain, Switzerland). It focuses on building, managing, and improving early-stage companies. Its portfolio companies achieve fast growth trajectories and early profitability and they are a hands-on investor who works alongside the management teams of portfolio companies bringing tangible value-added. Its extensive network of connections ranging from entrepreneurs and SMEs to corporates, institutions, and investors to secure important commercial agreements for our portfolio companies.

Satgana is an early-stage Climate Tech Venture Capital firm on a mission to invest in the next generation of planet-positive startups. We are global collective, passionate about taking climate action. Our diverse team of professionals cover a large spectrum of backgrounds, functions, sectors and countries across Europe and emerging markets.

Energy Growth Momentum is a specialized investment firm focused on the energy sector. With a strategic emphasis on sustainable energy solutions and technological advancements, Energy Growth Momentum identifies and invests in innovative companies driving transformative change within the energy industry. They support startups and growth-stage enterprises that are developing cutting-edge technologies, improving energy efficiency, and promoting renewable energy sources. Energy Growth Momentum combines deep sector expertise with a forward-thinking investment approach to capitalize on emerging opportunities and address global energy challenges. By partnering with visionary entrepreneurs and industry leaders, Energy Growth Momentum aims to accelerate the adoption of clean energy solutions and contribute to the sustainable development of the global energy ecosystem.