Top 20 Venture Capital Firms in Italy for Startups in 2026
Looking for funding in Italy? Here are the top VC firms to watch.
Italy’s startup ecosystem is picking up speed. With thriving hubs in Milan, Rome, and Turin, and new funds focused on early-stage innovation, it’s becoming a serious player in European tech. These 20 venture capital firms are leading the charge offering not just funding, but strategic support, network access, and global ambition. This ranking is based on their activity levels, measured by the number of tickets and deals, highlighting the most active investors in the Italian startup ecosystem.
1. Vento
Location: Milan
Currently Pitchdrive’s most active partner in Italy (9 tickets). A next-gen early-stage investor, fast and hands-on, backing bold founders in Italy and beyond.
💰 Size: €100K–€500K
📍 Stage: Pre-seed to Seed
2. LVenture Group
Location: Rome
Publicly listed and one of Italy’s busiest early-stage investors. Runs the LUISS EnLabs accelerator and has invested in 90+ startups.
💰 Size: €100K–€500K
📍 Stage: Pre-seed to Seed
3. CDP Venture Capital SGR
Location: Rome
Italy’s national innovation fund with over €2B under management. Invests across industries and stages, with high deal activity nationwide.💰 Size: €200K–€15M
📍 Stage: Pre-seed to Growth
4. P101
Location: Milan
One of Italy’s leading VCs for early-stage digital startups in B2B and B2C. High deal activity and strong in SaaS and marketplaces.
💰 Size: €500K–€3M
📍 Stage: Seed to Series A
🌐 p101.it
5. United Ventures
Location: Milan
Tech-focused and highly active in seed and Series A. Known for strong follow-on investments.
💰 Size: €1M–€5M
📍 Stage: Seed to Series A
6. Innogest Capital
Location: Milan
One of the most experienced VCs in Italy, with a large portfolio in healthtech, sustainability, and digital.
💰 Size: €300K–€2M
📍 Stage: Seed to Series A
7. 360 Capital
Location: Milan & Paris
Pan-European investor active in Italy. Strong cross-border focus in deep tech and frontier technologies.
💰 Size: €500K–€5M
📍 Stage: Seed to Series B
8. Vertis SGR
Location: Naples
Southern Italy powerhouse with multiple funds. Active in AI, robotics, and industry 4.0.
💰 Size: €500K–€3M
📍 Stage: Seed to Series B
9. LIFTT
Location: Turin
Backed by Polytechnic University of Turin. Focuses on deep tech and medtech startups.
💰 Size: €300K–€3M
📍 Stage: Seed to Growth
10. Primo Ventures
Location: Milan
Early-stage specialist in frontier tech like space and cybersecurity.
💰 Size: €250K–€1M
📍 Stage: Pre-seed to Seed
🌐 primo.vc
11. GELLIFY
Location: Bologna
Unique model combining VC with corporate acceleration and B2B tech co-creation.
💰 Size: €250K–€2M
📍 Stage: Seed to Series A
12. Club Italia Investimenti 2
Location: Milan
Helps founders get off the ground with very early-stage capital.
💰 Size: €50K–€200K
📍 Stage: Pre-seed
🌐 cii2.com
13. Pi Campus
Location: Rome
Combines VC funding with a startup campus and mentorship.
💰 Size: €100K–€500K
📍 Stage: Seed
14. Boost Heroes
Location: Milan
Entrepreneurial investment company run by founders, focused on early-stage startups in Italy.
💰 Size: €100K–€500K
📍 Stage: Seed
15. Milano Investment Partners (MIP)
Location: Milan
Specialized in lifestyle, fashion tech, and consumer brands.
💰 Size: €500K–€2M
📍 Stage: Seed to Series A
🌐 mip.srl
16. Indaco Venture Partners
Location: Milan
One of Italy’s largest later-stage investors, with international scope.
💰 Size: €3M–€15M
📍 Stage: Series A to Growth
17. Progress Tech Transfer
Location: Rome
Italy’s first VC fully dedicated to tech transfer from public research.
💰 Size: €300K–€1M
📍 Stage: Seed
18. Opes Impact Fund
Location: Milan
Focuses on impact-driven startups tackling social and environmental challenges.
💰 Size: €100K–€1M
📍 Stage: Seed
19. Italian Angels for Growth (IAG)
Location: Milan
Italy’s largest angel network, often syndicating VC-level deals.
💰 Size: €200K–€1M
📍 Stage: Seed
20. Pitchdrive
Location: Milan (active across Europe)
Founder-first VC, fast-moving and active across Italy and Europe. Known for conviction-led investments and close founder support.
💰 Size: €100K–€500K
📍 Stage: Pre-seed to Seed
Final Thoughts
Italy’s startup ecosystem is maturing fast with a growing pool of local capital, tech talent, and government support. Whether you’re raising your first round or looking to scale beyond borders, these VC firms are ready to help you get there. Choose wisely, pitch boldly.