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Accelerator Roundup

The Top 19 Accelerators in Milan

Discover the best accelerators in Milan to supercharge your startup's growth.

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19 programs · Statuses checked Jul 2026
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Overview

Milan has a growing base of early-stage founders, and a handful of accelerators have emerged to fund and scale them — offering capital, mentorship, and the networks teams need to build in the region. Here are 19 worth knowing, drawn from the startersss directory of 3,133 programs.

01

LAB Creative Thinking

MilanItalyRolling admissions

The LAB Creative Thinking is a workshop that focuses on developing and enhancing creativity skills through various activities and exercises.

About
ApplicationsRollingFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2016
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
HealthcareLife SciencesBiotechArtificial Intelligence
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02

open Water Accelerator

MilanUnited StatesRolling admissions

Helps founders get to market faster.

About
ApplicationsRollingFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2018
How it works
Duration6 monthsFormatHybridEquity5-10% equity
Verticals
All Verticals
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03

B4i - Bocconi for innovation

MilanItaly

Bocconi for innovation: An accelerator program that helps startups in various industries by providing mentorship, training, and funding.

About
First cheque$30,000ExitsUndisclosedFounded2013
How it works
Duration4 monthsFormatIn PersonEquityUp to $30,000 investment
Verticals
EducationInformation Technology
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04

BiovelocITA

MilanItaly

BiovelocITA is a biotech accelerator that focuses on seed-stage companies and helps develop drugs, biologics, and diagnostics.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2015
How it works
Duration18-24 monthsFormatIn PersonEquity10% equity
Verticals
Biopharma
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05

BlockchainLab

MilanItaly

An Italian blockchain research and development company that operates an accelerator called Blockchain4Innovation.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2016
How it works
FormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Fintech
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06

Call for Ideas

MilanItaly

An incubator that provides seed funding and mentorship to early-stage startups.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2014
How it works
Duration3-6 monthsFormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
IncubatorsInformation TechnologyInsurance
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07

Club Acceleratori

MilanItaly

An accelerator supporting Italian startups in various industries.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2013
How it works
Duration4 monthsFormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Incubators
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08

CREA

MilanItaly

An incubator that supports startups in the creative industries.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2018
How it works
FormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Creative Agency
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09

Digital Magics

MilanItaly

An incubator that supports tech startups in various industries

About
First chequeUndisclosedExits5Founded2004
How it works
FormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
ConsultingFinanceFinancial ServicesIncubators
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10

Fashion Technology Accelerator

MilanItaly

The leading accelerator for fashion technology startups.

About
ApplicationsClosedFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2016
How it works
Duration24 weeksFormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
FashionLuxuryCommerce
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11

Fashion Technology Accelerator Milan

MilanItaly

Fashion Technology Accelerator Milan is a business accelerator that supports and invests in innovative fashion tech startups.

About
ApplicationsClosedFirst chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2013
How it works
FormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
E-CommerceFashionVenture Capital
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12

FoodTech Accelerator

MilanItaly

FoodTech Accelerator is a startup accelerator program that supports and invests in innovative companies in the food and agriculture industry to scale up their businesses.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2018
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
FinanceFinancial Services
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13

G2 Startups

MilanItaly

G2 Startups is a platform that connects startups with mentors, investors and resources to help accelerate their growth.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2012
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
ConsultingFinancial ServicesHealth Care
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14

Growth Club Capital

MilanItaly

Growth Club Capital is a venture capital firm that invests in high-growth companies in various industries.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2019
How it works
FormatHybridEquityUp to 15% equity
Verticals
Business DevelopmentBusiness IntelligenceFinancial Services
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15

Impact Hub Milan

MilanItaly

Impact Hub Milan is a co-working space and innovation center that supports social and environmental impact projects.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2010
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
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16

Intesa Sanpaolo Start Up Initiative

MilanItaly

Intesa Sanpaolo Start Up Initiative is an international acceleration program that supports innovative start-ups and connects them with investors and corporations.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2009
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
FinanceFintechInformation TechnologyInternet
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17

PoliHub

MilanItaly

PoliHub is a startup incubator and innovation center that supports and provides resources to early-stage entrepreneurs and startups.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2013
How it works
FormatIn PersonEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
FintechLife SciencesEnergyGreentech
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18

StartupGym Studio

MilanItaly

StartupGym Studio is a creative workspace and community for entrepreneurs and freelancers.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2021
How it works
FormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Consumer GoodsEnergyGreentechMedia
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19

Vittoria Hub

MilanItaly

Vittoria Hub is a global logistics and transportation company that provides end-to-end supply chain solutions for businesses of all sizes.

About
First chequeUndisclosedExitsUndisclosedFounded2019
How it works
Duration17 weeksFormatHybridEquityEquity Unknown
Verticals
Information TechnologyInsuranceInsurtechSoftware
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No longer operating

6 programs from earlier versions of this list have since shut down or gone offline (checked Jul 2026): b-ventures · Boox · Fondazione Filarete · growITup · Retail Hub · Startupbootcamp - FashionTech Milan.

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