Francesco Inguscio

Francesco Inguscio is a CEO, entrepreneur, and educator with strong ties to the University of Padova. He graduated from the University of Padova with a BA in Management & Finance and an MA in Finance, both with honors.3 Currently, he is listed as a faculty member at the University of Padova's Department of Economics.4

Professionally, Inguscio is the CEO and founder of Rainmakers, an Italian open startup studio and innovation advisory company based in Milan.1 He has extensive experience in the startup ecosystem, having completed over 40 corporate innovation programs and developed a portfolio of more than 30 startups.12

Inguscio's career highlights include:

• Founding Nuvolab, a venture accelerator for innovative startups2
• Working as Business Development Director for M31's Silicon Valley branch12
• Serving as a business developer for US Market Access in San Jose12
• Winning the Mind the Bridge prize at Stanford University for the most innovative high-tech startup in Italy2

His expertise spans various areas, including venture capital, business incubation, and innovation management. Inguscio has also worked with prominent companies such as IBM and Accenture.2

In addition to his professional endeavors, Inguscio is actively involved in educational initiatives. He is scheduled to give a webinar titled "Start up 101: how to make your (entrepreneurial) dreams come true" for the University of Padova's Alumni Association on March 27, 2024.3