Plus9

Plus9 Venture operates as a transatlantic startup accelerator and venture firm, supporting early-stage Italian companies. It provides strategic guidance, mentorship, and capital for expansion into the United States and global markets. Leveraging its network, the firm facilitates market adaptation, regulatory navigation, and crucial fundraising, accelerating portfolio growth.

Co-founded in 2021 by Diego Abba and Leonardo Etro, Plus9 Venture connects Italian entrepreneurs with the expansive US market. Diego Abba, known for leading Italist.com, brings e-commerce and international business acumen. Leonardo Etro, a distinguished corporate finance professor, offers strategic and financial advisory, forming the firm’s acceleration model.

Plus9 Venture targets ambitious Italian startups seeking international scaling, equipping them to compete globally. Its vision is to cultivate internationally successful Italian enterprises, transforming local innovations into formidable global contenders. The firm aims to be the definitive bridge between Italy's startup ecosystem and the American entrepreneurial landscape, fostering substantial value.