Antonio Grifoni
About Antonio Grifoni
Antonio Grifoni is a Ventures Associate at Plug and Play Tech Center, with a background in startup analysis and investment across various sectors. He holds a double master's degree in Economics and Business Administration from Università Bocconi and Copenhagen Business School.
Work at Plug and Play Tech Center
Antonio Grifoni currently serves as a Ventures Associate at Plug and Play Tech Center in Milan, Italy, a position he has held since 2023. Previously, he worked as a Ventures Analyst at the same organization from 2021 to 2022, where he operated in both Valencia, Spain, and Silicon Valley, United States. In these roles, he contributed to sourcing and analyzing startups for major corporate partners, including Barilla, Nike, and Meta. He was also actively involved in supporting the operations of Plug and Play's programs across these regions.
Education and Expertise
Antonio Grifoni has a strong academic background in business and economics. He studied at Università Bocconi, where he earned a Master of Science in Economics and Management of Innovation and Technology, as well as a Bachelor in Business Administration and Management. He also attended Copenhagen Business School, obtaining a Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration as part of a double degree program. Additionally, he completed an exchange semester at Mays Business School, Texas A&M University, in 2018.
Background
Before his current role, Antonio Grifoni gained experience as a Business Process Analyst Intern at Accenture in Milan, Italy, from 2019 to 2020. He also worked as a Program Manager Intern at Italian Brand Factory for four months in 2020. His internships provided him with foundational skills in business analysis and program management, contributing to his expertise in the startup ecosystem.
Achievements
Antonio Grifoni has led investments in startups across various sectors, including biotechnology and sustainability. He has presented industry trend reports to C-level executives, demonstrating his knowledge in e-commerce, retail, food, and sustainability. Additionally, he has served as a guest speaker at notable innovation events, such as Wired Future of Food and Milan Innovation District (MIND) Future of Autonomous Delivery, showcasing his engagement in the innovation community.