Franco Bondi

Serial Entrepreneur, Innovator, and MA Consultant in Italia

Franco Bondi

Serial Entrepreneur, Innovator, and MA Consultant in Italia

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Serial Entrepreneur and innovator in Event-Tech and software-as-a-service, based in Bologna with international activity across Europe and the United States.
In the last 15 years I founded several companies in the field of digital communication, Software and mobile applications, among them, Web Marketing Tools, Jakala, Kangaroo, and +Plugg.
I actually lead growth and integration initiatives among event-management platforms, with a special focus on registrations, check-in, event app/website, attendee engagement, and community monetization. Proven track record in strategy, fundraising (convertible notes and equity rounds), product development, and B2B go-to-market. Focused on industrial partnerships and scalable models.

What I’m looking for
• Expand my professional network and build targeted partnerships
• Discover new trends and inspiration in digital innovation
• Connect with high-caliber mentors and advisors
• Access investment and co-development opportunities
• Attend exclusive events and thought-leadership initiatives
• Explore the local ecosystem to spark new collaborations

Key competencies
• Strategy and M&A (platform integration, partnerships)
• B2B go-to-market, pricing, and SaaS metrics (ARR, NRR, churn)
• Event product & customer experience (registration, check-in, data)
• Investor relations, capital raising, and international governance

  • Work
    • Eventboost, Jakala, Orapesce
  • Education
    • Economics Degree @ Bologna University