Zest S.p.A.

Zest S.p.A. is a leading Italian venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments, startup incubation, acceleration, and open innovation programs. Formed in 2024 from the merger of Digital Magics S.p.A. and LVenture Group S.p.A., it builds on over 20 years of expertise to foster synergies between startups and established corporations, transforming innovative ideas into sustainable business models. The firm targets high-growth sectors including FinTech, InsurTech, IoT/5G, AI, HealthTech, TravelTech, e-commerce, enterprise software, blockchain, cleantech, and proptech, primarily investing in Italian and European digital projects. Zest S.p.A. manages a portfolio exceeding 250 startups, supports over 100 corporate partners through corporate venturing, and operates 13 investment vehicles with third-party funds. Headquartered in Rome with offices in Milan and Turin, it employs around 66 professionals and provides comprehensive services like acceleration programs, ecosystem development, and innovation consulting to drive digital transformation across industries. As a key player in Europe's innovation ecosystem, Zest S.p.A. enables visionary entrepreneurs and corporates to navigate the transition to Industry 5.0.