Italy is best known for its rich culture, cuisine, and history. But in today’s digital era the land of the Romans is making its mark in a different sector – the startup ecosystem. With a surge of innovation from entrepreneurs throughout the country, Italy is creating a diverse and vibrant marketplace of startups. In this article, we aim to shine a light on some of the most promising marketplace startups in Italy.
The rise of Italian marketplace startups is attributed to a combination of factors: a strong entrepreneurial culture, fertile ground for innovative ideas, access to funding, and a robust infrastructure supported by the EU. Accordingly, Italy has become a home to many promising startups spanning a wide array of sectors, from FinTech and E-Commerce to Event Management and Real Estate.
Let’s dive into 15 of the most innovative marketplace startups hailing from Italy. All working to provide novel solutions to existing needs, these startups are redefining market trends and paving the way for future businesses.
Kampaay
Kampaay is a B2B Future of Work solution that aims to disrupt the EU SMB and Enterprise Event Industry. This groundbreaking startup works in the cross-section of multiple sectors such as Catering, Enterprise Software, Event Management, Events, Marketplace, and SaaS. Kampaay was founded by entrepreneurs Daniele Arduini, Enrico Berto, and Marco Alba.
Zappyrent
Zappyrent is a marketplace making long-term house renting fast and safe. They operate within the FinTech, Information Technology, Marketplace, Real Estate, and Rental Property sectors. The startup was founded by Antonino Leonardi and Lino Leonardi.
Change Capital
A breakthrough in the Financial Services and Fintech sector, Change Capital is a fintech company that operates as a marketplace for corporate finance.
Mirta
Mirta offers a B2B platform for high-end wholesale, which unites a marketplace with an order management software for brands. This startup operates in the B2B, E-Commerce, Fashion, Marketplace, Retail, and Wholesale industries, and was founded by Ciro Di Lanno and Martina Capriotti.
Viamadeinitaly
Regarded as one of Italy’s leading B2B marketplaces, Viamadeinitaly connects international buyers with Italian suppliers daily. Founders Marco Mutto, Marco Reiter, and Tommaso Zanin helm the startup.
Cheplan
Cheplan is a marketplace solution for event management. Users can personalize any type of event in five simple steps via their platform.
isendu
isendu is a gateway for e-commerce businesses to ship easily, allowing them to focus on growth. Their platform operates within the E-commerce, Information Technology, Marketplace, SaaS, Shipping, and Software sectors. Lando Barbagli, Marco Benvenuti, and Marco Pericci are the startup’s founders.
Freedome
Operating as a leading marketplace for outdoor activities in Italy, Freedome caters to the E-commerce, Leisure, Marketplace, and Sports sectors. Founders Manuel Siclari, Michele Mezzanzanica, and Simone Ferlisi guide this promising startup.
EdilGo
EdilGo is a SaaS-enabled marketplace for the construction industry, so it can automate the procurement processes. Founders Carlo Andrea Guatterini, Gilberto Moreno Cruz, and Guidalberto Bonora lead the startup’s operations.
Holidoit
Offering a marketplace to book local outdoor experiences such as horse riding, truffle hunting, sailing, or even heliski flights, is the startup Holidoit.
Limolane
Limolane is an Internet Marketplace Platform dedicated to sustainable mobility for both companies and private individuals. Francesco Righetti spearheads the startup’s operations.
Digital Mao
Operating in the Consulting, Digital Marketing, E-Commerce, and Marketplace sectors, Digital Mao is a premiere e-commerce agency.
Clonded
Clonded operates in the Fashion and Marketplace sectors, offering a unique platform for renting fashion items.
Romiflo
An E-Commerce fashion marketplace dedicated to emerging designer brands, Romiflo operates in the E-commerce, E-commerce Platforms, Fashion, Internet and Marketplace sectors. Durga prasanth Medari is one of the founders spearheading this promising startup.
Peeki
Bringing together the world of online and offline shopping, Peeki operates in the B2B, B2C, E-Commerce, Marketplace, and Retail sectors. Founders Davide Fenati and Luca Putti drive the startup.
The digital world is evolving rapidly and creating unlimited opportunities for innovative entrepreneurs. The Italian marketplace start-ups are taking full advantage of this digital revolution and creating groundbreaking businesses, setting a strong footing in their respective sectors. Keep an eye on these promising start-ups as they redefine their industries and shape the future of the marketplace in Italy.
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