B4i - Bocconi for innovation

Welcome back founders, innovators and dreamers! Hoping these break days have left you refreshed and ready. We’re thrilled to kick off 2025 with new Opportunities for Startups to unlock 🔓 Here are four events and programs to help you grow, connect, and innovate: 1️⃣ Masterclass | Entrepreneurship and Innovation in the Public Sector Do you have a #GovTech startup? Well...this masterclass is for you! Join the "Entrepreneurship and Innovation in the Public Sector" online course to learn about key technology trends, tools and methodologies for new business models in the public sector.  🗓️ Deadline to apply: January 15 🔗Application form in the first comment ⬇️ 2️⃣ SMAU 2025 International Startup Call SMAU 2025, in collaboration with ITA - Italian Trade Agency, is selecting 25 innovative Italian startups to join its exclusive International Roadshow in three iconic cities: London (March 19-21), Paris (April 9-11) and Stockholm (May 19-21). Seize this unique opportunity to shine on the global stage! 🗓️ Deadline to apply: January 31 🔗Application form in the first comment ⬇️ 3️⃣ Techarena Accelerator Program - spring 2025 Time to Raise by TECHARENA is an Accelerator Program focused on female-led tech startups. Does your startup have at least one female co-founder? If you're looking for pre-seed to Series A investment, this program is tailored for you! 🗓️ Deadline to apply: February 28 🔗Detail link in the first comment ⬇️ 4️⃣ Showcase your startup at 4YFN event Ready to showcase your startup at the event where connectivity drives innovation? 4YFN, the official startup platform of MWC Barcelona, brings together founders, investors, and corporate pioneers to shape the future of tech companies and digital startups. 🗓️ Event dates: March 3-5 📍 Location: Barcelona 🔗Application link in the first comment ⬇️ Let’s make 2025 the year of bold moves and meaningful connections. Mark your calendars and get ready to take action! #StartupOpportunities #Innovation #TechEvents #FemaleFounders #SMAU2025 #4YFN2025

🌟Happy new year and...10 DAYS left to apply! Over the past few weeks, we've been sharing some details about what's happening on our B4i programs. From the incredible #startups currently in our batches to the key moments and milestones, we've taken you inside the action! Today, we're going to take a step into the future and take an in-depth look at the different topics and essential knowdledge we'll be covering in our next Acceleration and Pre-Acceleration programs. 🔹 The 4-month Acceleration Program in Milan, designed to take startups from prototype to product-market fit with daily support from the B4i team, a €50,000 investment and a variety of activities (e.g. legal advice, marketing strategies, business development, UX/UI); 🔹 The 3-month pre-acceleration program is tailored for early-stage entrepreneurs looking to turn business ideas into minimum viable products, with dedicated mentors and online Saturday morning sessions. There's less than 10 DAYS left to apply! Don't miss this incredible opportunity to accelerate your entrepreneurial journey. Applications close on 8 January. Apply now: https://lnkd.in/d3ssPi6 #B4i #Innovation #Startup #Entrepreneurship #PreAcceleration #Acceleration #Applications #Growth

🎄A toast to an amazing year with the B4i Community! As 2024 has come to a close, we've gathered with the incredible #startups, #founders and B4i supporters who have made this year truly unforgettable. Our Christmas Aperitif was the perfect opportunity to celebrate the milestones we've reached and the vibrant community we've built together. Here's what we've achieved this year: 🔵 Supported 23 startups through our Acceleration and Pre-Acceleration programs; 🔵 Strengthened our ecosystem with new partnerships and opportunities; 🔵 Hosted 45+ events, bringing together over 2,100 attendees to inspire and grow our innovation ecosystem; 🔵 Fuelled our creativity with over 1M cups of coffee consumed! Thank you to everyone who has been a part of this journey - from the ambitious founders to the dedicated #mentors, #investors, #partners and our amazing team. Your passion drives us to new heights! Special thanks also to all the startups who shared their special 'Christmas speech' with the whole community. It was... enlightening! Daniele Calvo Pollino, Stefano Toxiri, Guido Walter Di Donato, PhD, Nadim Conti, Pablo Giaccaglia, Loris Comba, Alessandra Cestaro, Christian Pulieri, Fausto Capriotti, Francesco Paolo Calia, Lorenzo Bergadano, David Djokovic, Simone De Marchi. As we raise our glasses, we also raise our hopes for a 2025 full of innovation, collaboration and impact. Here's to pushing boundaries and making even greater strides together! #MerryChristmas #HappyNewYear #StartupCommunity #Networking #Innovation

🕒 Last minute tips for applying to the B4i Startup Call! We asked the B4i team to share their best advice on how to make your application stand out, and... here we go! From creating a killer presentation to showcasing your vision, you will find some useful suggestions into a quick and handy carousel. The clock is ticking! The call for batch XI officially closes on January 8th. There’s still time to apply, but now is the moment to act. Use these insights to take your submission to the next level. 📥 How to apply? All the details are in the link — check the first comment! #Startup #Innovation #B4i #Acceleration #PreAcceleration #CallForStartups

🔥 B4i Startup Call - Q&A Round 2! 🔥 Did you miss the first one? Don’t worry — here’s your second (and last!) chance. Join us for another round of Q&A Time on Monday, December 16th, from 13:00 to 14:30 CET, online. 👉 Here's what we have planned for you: We'll kick things off at 13:00 with a warm welcome. Shortly after we'll dive into the details of our programs, showing you how they can help take your ideas and startups to the next level. Finally, it's your turn to shine — bring all your burning questions, and we'll answer them live! 🔗 Book your place now - places are limited! Registration link in first comment. We will see you on Zoom - always under the watchful eye of our team members Giulia Piras and Jacopo Faini. We promise to answer all your questions - no holds barred! #B4i #Innovation #StartupLife #accelerationprogram #preacceleration #ApplyNow

🎬 Startup Spotlight - Discover Spods! 🎬 Talent acquisition reimagined with Spods, the AI-powered co-pilot designed to solve the #talent shortage problem and transform the way companies find their ideal candidates. Co-founded by Alessandro Fornari, Michela Mema and Artenis Molla, Spods takes talent acquisition to the next level with MatchTal, a cutting-edge software that prioritizes skills over keywords, delivering unmatched results. ✨ Built for the future: the team is on a mission to simplify and optimize #talentacquisition, helping businesses find the right candidates with an AI-first approach. But their vision doesn’t stop here — the #startup is working tirelessly to expand their reach across Europe, reshaping the hiring process one match at a time. ▶️ Watch the full interview to learn more about their vision and next steps! #StartupSpotlight #AI #RecruitmentTech #Innovation #B4i #AccelerationProgram #Spods

🌟 80 Matches: Co-founder Matching Day results! Did you know that, according to CB Insights, 23% of startups fail because they lack the right team? Building a strong, diverse #team with complementary skills is critical for tackling the multifaceted challenges of running a startup. That’s why we created the Co-Founders Matching Day, an initiative by B4i, Hi!Founders and Team4Idea, to tackle one of the biggest challenges in the startup ecosystem: finding the perfect #cofounder. 🎯 Here’s what happened at the event: ✅ A full day (9:30 AM - 6:00 PM) of virtual meetings, pitching, and non-stop networking. ✅ 45 startups and 94 project ideas presented to over 100 aspiring co-founders. ✅ 80 matches formed (and counting!)—a testament to the power of collaboration. 🤝 What’s next? Now comes the exciting part: watching these connections evolve into thriving #partnerships. Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to making this day so impactful. #Startups #Innovation #CoFounder #TeamBuilding #Networking

Nico Valenti Gatto, Operating Director di #B4i, entra a far parte del nuovo Consiglio Direttivo di InnovUp per il mandato 2025-2027! Un grande riconoscimento e una preziosa opportunità per contribuire alla crescita dell’ecosistema dell’innovazione in Italia. Auguriamo buon lavoro a Nico e a tutti i consiglieri eletti! #Innovazione #Startup #ConsiglioDirettivo #InnovUp

🆕 B4i’s Portfolio Update Latest news from our startup. 🌱 Forte! | Batch X The AI-powered assistant that automates import preparation, audio editing, and export has successfully raised €320k in a pre-seed round! The round was led by 40Jemz Ventures and followed by B4i and AFP Capital. 🧯 SLY | Batch VII The sensing platform for monitoring fires and industrial gas leaks has been selected as one of the top 20 startups at Slush 2024! 🏆 Math Legacy | Batch VIII The startup won the GESAwards for its groundbreaking educational solution in math. The next step? London, where they will represent Italy at the international GESAwards finals from 22 to 24 January, 2025. Congratulations to these incredible startups on their achievements! Follow along to find out what's next 🚀 #Startups #Innovation #B4i #Entrepreneurship #Startupcommunity

🎬 Startup Spotlight - Meet Previeni! 🎬 Imagine a world where early diagnosis is accessible to everyone, everywhere. That’s the mission of Previeni, which is developing portable medical imaging technology to address one of healthcare’s biggest challenges: late or inaccurate diagnoses. Founded by Valentina Lidoni, Nadim Conti, Pablo Giaccaglia, Alessia Rosa and Desirée Spreafico, the team combines cutting-edge #technology with a deeply personal drive to make medical prevention a priority for all. ✨ Why B4i? Previeni’s journey began in our #PreAccelerationProgram, where they refined their strategic direction and built a strong foundation. Joining the #AccelerationProgram was the natural next step to refine their roadmap and tap into B4i’s network of mentors, advisors, and industry experts. Curious about their solutions? Watch the full interview. ▶️ #StartupSpotlight #HealthTech #MedicalInnovation #B4i #AccelerationProgram #Previeni