Tasks
As Entrepreneur in Residence & CEO, you will:
* Drive the venture from early-stage product development to successful go-to-market execution
* Validate the business model and lead the first customer and supplier acquisition efforts
* Build and lead a high‑performing founding team
* Manage relationships with equipment suppliers, leasing companies, and financial partners
* Collaborate with venture building experts to develop financial models, pitch decks, and fundraising strategies
* Raise the remaining part of the seed round (50% already committed)
* Represent the company to investors and key ecosystem stakeholders
Requirements
* Strong entrepreneurial mindset and hands‑on attitude
* Experience in early‑stage start‑ups, ideally as a founder or first hire
* Proven ability to raise funds from angel investors and VCs, and to craft compelling, investor‑ready narratives
* 10+ years of professional experience
* Deep domain exposure to industrial equipment, leasing, asset finance, or B2B marketplaces
* Excellent communication, leadership, and decision‑making skills
* Fluency in English and Italian
* Willingness to re‑locate to Italy and work on‑site (optional Milan or Rome)
Benefits
* Founder‑level equity in a validated, high‑potential venture
* Access to Maritime Ventures' entire ecosystem of strategic partners, industry mentors, and investors
* The opportunity to lead a start‑up that is transforming how SMEs access and finance industrial equipment Hands‑on venture building support from Bridgemaker and Cariplo Factory
* Direct collaboration with CDP Venture Capital and major industrial and financial players
* A chance to shape the future of equipment access and capital‑efficient business infrastructure
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