Lorenzo Niola

Lorenzo Niola is the Head of Business Development at Swisspod Technologies, a company focused on developing sustainable transportation systems. He has a strong background in business development, particularly in the realm of deep climate technology and emerging venture capital funds. Niola is dedicated to transforming transportation ethics and facilitating connections between major cities to enhance collaboration and progress.

His professional experience includes launching and managing multiple startup accelerator programs and supporting over 200 entrepreneurs across three continents. He is also a Venture Partner and Head of the Startups Community for emerging VC funds, where he advises on deal flow and investment opportunities in various sectors, including climate tech and mobility.24

Niola holds a B.Sc. in Financial Markets and Intermediaries and a Master of Science in Business Administration, with a focus on innovation and venture capital. He is multilingual, fluent in English, French, and Italian, and has traveled to over 40 countries, enriching his global perspective on business and technology.23

In addition to his professional pursuits, he is passionate about impact technology and frugal innovation, enjoys coffee, and has interests in rugby and snowboarding.12