Growth Capital

In Italy, Q1-25 saw the highest number of #SeriesA rounds in a single quarter since Q4-22, accounting for 49% of the total amount #invested during the period.   During same time, 3 new #funds have been launched in Italy in 2025, with a total funding of €145 million to date. This follows the €1.4 billion raised in 15 new funds in Italy in 2024.💰   These were some of the findings from the Q1-15 VC report, developed by Growth Capital in collaboration with Italian Tech Alliance.   Founding Partner of Growth Capital, Fabio Mondini de Focatiis explains "In Italy, the first quarter of 2025 confirmed the solidity of the #VC ecosystem, with 270 million euros invested entirely in rounds of less than 25 million and constant #growth in the early-stage segment, in contrast to the European trend. The good results of the Series A rounds demonstrate how the work built in the last three years is generating returns in terms of growth and solidity of the system."   Quick numbers on Q1-25 in #Italy: ➡️Amount invested: €270 million ➡️Number of rounds: 88 ➡️Exits: 7   Quick numbers on Q1-25 in #Europe: ➡️Amount invested: €17 billion ➡️Number of rounds: 2,433 ➡️Exits: 207   For a closer look at the data and more in-depth analysis on the trends over time, read the full report here https://lnkd.in/edJhBtjZ   Well done research team 👏 Giacomo Bider, Michael Massaro, Lorenzo Esposito, Camilla Maver, Zoe Foringer-Laing

The presentation of the Q1-25 VC Report, developed in collaboration with Italian Tech Alliance, is happening today! If you're attending in person, we’ll see you in #Torino📍   And if you aren't able join us in Torino, you can still follow along via the #livestream here: 🔗https://lnkd.in/gSNQMSdQ

5 more days to apply to A-Road Batch#6📢  Due to high demand, we’re extending the #applications deadline to April 16th!  You have until next Wednesday to apply for the chance to take part in the new batch of A-Road, where selected startups will benefit from: ➡️Upfront #investment of €200K, with up to €500K provided by Growth Engine and other investors  ➡️Dedicated, one-to-one #mentorship by a team of high-profile top CEOs & #Mentors  ➡️#Workshops and ad-hoc #consulting from our partners McKinsey & Company, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Legance, Carter & Benson, Simon-Kucher, Sisvel, Studio CS - Professionisti Associati, and Ricci e Radaelli – Notai Associati ➡️Structured, tailor-made #fundraising support for a Series A round, provided by the Growth Capital team (optional)    Apply now before the form closes!  https://lnkd.in/dDvry4xy 

How is Italy's #SmartCity sector evolving?   Il Sole 24 Ore sat down with our Founding Partner Fabio Mondini de Focatiis to discuss the latest insights from Growth Capital data on the sector, diving into key trends in #ClimateTech and #CleanTech🔎   Thank you to Alexis Paparo for featuring us in the piece!  Check out the full interview below

We're proud to share that Growth Capital served as financial advisor to Blubrake in securing a €12 million round 🚲⚙️   The transaction has been co-led by Algebris Investments, an independent #global asset manager, Fundracer B.V., a #Dutch micro-mobility investment fund, and Tri Star Group, a bike components supplier based in #Singapore. 🌍 Algebris Investments was advised by Deloitte Legal on due diligence, deal structuring, and negotiation.   Blubrake is a #DeepTech company that develops cutting-edge anti-lock braking system (#ABS) technology for e-bikes, enhancing safety and performance with seamless integration for original equipment manufacturers worldwide.   “We are thrilled to welcome Algebris, Fundracer B.V. and Tri-Star as investors in this new exciting chapter of Blubrake’s journey,” said Fabio Todeschini, Founder of Blubrake. “We believe ABS will soon be a standard in all new e-bikes, and this funding validates our vision and growth potential.”   Marco Meoni, Vice President at Growth Capital, added "Blubrake’s distinctive technology and the founder’s strong entrepreneurial vision stand out in the industry. We are confident that the company will play a key role in setting new standards for safety and innovation in the new wave of e-bikes."   This funding will enable the company to #scale operations, expand production, and solidify its #leadership in e-bike safety.   Congratulations to Blubrake founder Fabio Todeschini👏   Great work 💪 Marco Meoni, Nicolò Jesi Ferrari, and Bruno Maria Altiero

GC is taking the stage at Innovation Training Summit in Rome next week ⭐   Organized by Ecosistema Formazione Italia - EFI, the event explores innovation in Italy in the #Training and #HumanResources sector.   On April 3rd, Founding Partner Fabio Mondini de Focatiis will present on the main stage at 12:40, sharing an analysis of #VC Investments in the #EdTech and #HRTech sectors.   Later that day, Associate Alessandra Allazetta will moderate the panel on VC in Italia at 14:55, alongside panelists Raffaele Fedele, Partner at Oltre Impact, Francesco Zambelli, Senior Investment Associate at P101, and Lorenzo Congiu, Investment Manager of Azimut Italia.   Check out the program and get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/gdTSxqS8   📅 April 3-4, 2025 | Auditorium della Tecnica, Rome

Looking for a fast track to growth? Applications for Batch#6 of A-Road are officially open💥 The A-Road program is designed to accelerate scaleups to #SeriesA success, with 93% of selected companies achieving #fundraising or an M&A following their participation in the program. In total, A-Road #scaleups achieved a transaction value of €96M, including fundraising and M&A values📈 See more of the stats below and check out the A-Road page for more information on the program 🔎 Apply now before the application closes on April 11th! https://lnkd.in/dDvry4xy

Join us for a first look at the state of #VentureCapital in 2025 🔎   The presentation of the Q1-25 VC Report, developed by Growth Capital in collaboration with Italian Tech Alliance, will take place this quarter at OGR Tech Torino!   GC Founding Partner Fabio Mondini de Focatiis and Senior Associate Giacomo Bider will present some of the #trends and key #indicators in the data, offering a first snapshot of the year to come for investments in innovation.    Register now to save your spot! https://lu.ma/ixiyighk   📅Monday April 14th 📍OGR Tech, Speakers' Corner, Corso Castelfidardo 22, Torino ⏰16:00   The presentation event is made possible thanks to the support of our partners Club degli Investitori, Vento, OGR Torino, LIFTT 🤝

Our friends at La Carica delle 101 are launching the Sustainability Innovation #Call4Startup, an initiative for companies whose solutions align with the #sustainability objectives of the 2030 Agenda 🌍   8 selected startups will be invited to the community of La Carica delle 101 and have access to the Outsiders' Inn 17 mentorship and networking events 🌱   Join the call now: https://lnkd.in/dMpA3vPV Applications are open until March 29th!

Torino VC Community 📢   On March 12th, join us for a presentation on "Ricerca su Startup e Sistema dell’Innovazione a Torino 2025," where Senior Associate Giacomo Bider will share insights on trends from the past year, including: - the evolution of VC in #Torino - the most active players in Italian #VC - #international investment data and much more! 📊   Following the presentation, there will be a panel and a networking aperitivo. The presentation is held by Club degli Investitori with ToTeM - Torino Tech Map, in partnership with ESCP Business School and Growth Capital.   Register now to reserve your spot! Livestreaming of the presentation is also available. https://lnkd.in/dYV5_RPk   📅Wednesday March 12 ⏰18:00 📍ESCP Torino Campus, Via Andrea Doria 27