Aurelio Mezzotero

Founder & Managing Partner at The Techshop - VC Fund

📍 Italy🔄 Updated September 2026💼 9 investments📅 12 years investing🗓 Last invested Oct 2024
VC🌍 Italy
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Investor and board member
Oct 2024
GenomeUp is a benefit corporation based in Italy that develops digital solutions to simplify and accelerate the diagnostic journey for genetic diseases. Founded in 2017 from the dream of three young Italians, GenomeUp was created to stand alongside those who, every day, work to give a name to a genetic condition—easing, even in part, the long and often painful journey faced by patients and their families. With JuliaOmix™, our cloud-native platform, we digitize and streamline the entire diagnostic workflow—from test request to report. Sample tracking, clinical data management, genetic analysis, and decision support: everything in a single, secure, scalable, and integrated ecosystem. We collaborate with healthcare institutions, research centers, startups, and public bodies in Italy and across Europe, all sharing a common goal: to turn the complexity of clinical genetics into a tangible opportunity to improve people’s lives. We believe in a future where no patient has to wait years in uncertainty for a diagnosis. That’s why we work every day to reduce diagnostic timelines by putting technological innovation at the service of people. Giving back time is our greatest ambition: time to understand, to treat, and to live with greater peace of mind. Because every day gained in reaching a diagnosis can make all the difference. And every step forward in technology is one step closer to a real answer.
Investor and board observer
Sep 2024
Axyon AI is an Italian fintech company committed to making the investment management industry more robust through the power of AI. We provide asset managers, hedge funds and institutional investors with AI-powered solutions that deliver predictive value and uncover alpha opportunities.
Investor and board member
Dec 2023
Our mission is to redefine the way companies manage their finances, by delivering a seamless, intuitive and collaborative, end-to-end financial management experience. Our goal is to help companies run their finances at the click of a button. We are looking for result oriented people, proactive and empathetic communicators, servant leaders valuing team success and well-being; with a clear vision for the team goals and roadmap, able to empower without micromanaging, with the key technical skills to help advising the team, yet with the confidence to take action and own decisions when the situation calls for it. We are looking for people, eager to drive excellence on the cutting edge of financial services, technologies and regulations. Funded by fintech experts in the Italian and European landscape and backed by the most innovative Italian financial institutions, we are on the lead to grow a champion in the industry. We want to build a truly agile company where everyone is empowered on their duties and responsibilities. You have the opportunity to join this project as one of the first hires. If starting from scratch stimulates you, and you want to think without boundaries, if you are looking for an adventure on a fintech startup, join us in this journey.
Board Member
Oct 2023
Sustainable Brand Platform is the sustainability intelligence solution for the fashion industry that enables fashion brands and manufacturers to accurately measure and manage their sustainability performance. We do that by providing: 👉 An all-in-one data measurement and management platform 👉 Tools to measure sustainability performances 👉 Access to real-time end-to-end sustainability data 👉 Data credibility based on international standards 👉 Strategic decision-making backed by reliable data Unlike other sustainability data management platforms, we are changing the paradigm of data ownership, equipping the industry with disruptive tools to drive the sustainable transition of the fashion industry. Our easy-to-adopt software turns all your company operative data into sustainability metrics in real-time and connects seemingly with your management software. 🙋‍♀️ It enables sustainability managers to organize and manage their sustainability data in one place, take control of their supply chain and build a data-backed strategy to drive their companys sustainability efforts and investments. Making decisions based on reliable data will help you transition your company into a more sustainable business by bringing sustainability into all decision-making, positioning yourself differently from competitors, avoiding greenwashing claims and reducing the risk of making decisions based on poor metrics. 👕 Are you a fashion brand or manufacturer looking for an all-in-one sustainability data management platform? Book a demo of our solutions today and join our mission of enabling the fashion supply chain to implement sustainability at the core of all decision-making. 💼 Are you looking for a job with a purpose? Head over to our job section and apply! We offer fully remote positions, hybrid or working in our offices in Milan (HQ) and Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy.
Investor & board observer
Oct 2023
At Tiledesk, were at the forefront of revolutionizing how chatbots and conversational apps are created. Our platform empowers users to craft interactive, AI-driven conversations effortlessly, without the need for coding skills. With our intuitive visual builder, you can seamlessly blend engagement rules with cutting-edge Generative AI to breathe life into your conversation designs. Elevate your customer experience across multiple digital channels, including websites, WhatsApp, mobile apps, Facebook Messenger, and more. But thats not all. Tiledesk fosters an open ecosystem, inviting conversation designers and chatbot developers to collaborate, share their expertise, and access a treasure trove of pre-built templates for rapid time-to-market. Join us on the frontier of Generative AI Chatbot Development and take your conversational interactions to the next level with Tiledesk 🚀✨ #AI #Chatbots #GenerativeAI #ConversationalApps #Innovation #CustomerExperience
Investor & board observer
Nov 2022
hlpy, founded in May 2020, is a company reinventing the world of motor assistance through the extensive use of cutting-edge technologies. hlpy offers its services to motor companies as a TPA (third-party administrator) for both roadside assistance and repair network services. Thanks to its proprietary digital platform, which leverages the capabilities of AI and Machine Learning, hlpy can streamline the processes of assigning roadside assistance and repair activities, generating significant benefits for all parties involved. This results in a unique customer experience for drivers, reduced management costs for business partners, real-time information and data, and consistently monitored repair costs and timelines. hlpy operates in Italy, France, Spain and Germany - after the acquisition of Myschleppapp in 2024 - serving business partners from the insurance, leasing, OEM, and aftermarket sectors.
Investor & board observer
Sep 2022
What were about Hello, we’re Qodeup, the revolutionary way to pay the bill at the restaurant! We started in 2019 with two founders and a well-defined mission: to simplify and improve the restaurant customer experience, while keeping the staff happy and motivated. The amazing journey then continues with our team of bright minds who think fast and think differently (yes, were biased, so what? 😎). How we can help restaurants What began as a bold idea, then has today turned into reality: were the fastest Digital POS to pay the bill at a restaurant. Customers scan a QR code with their smartphone to split and pay the bill in seconds. This way, Qodeup can help waiters save lots of time, and restaurant owners increase the average spend by 22%. Some fun stuff about us You repeat with us: “We take our job seriously, we dont take ourselves too seriously”. That’s why every Friday we have a little get-together (it’s freaky too): we have to set funny wallpapers, we can not talk about work, and we drink a glass of wine (our copywriter just drinks apple juice, so we’ve no problems with teetotalers). Join the team If you want to join our team (you sure are an out-of-the-box-thinker), apply to the offers available on our profile (if we don’t have any vacancies, send your CV to alessia.miniello@qodeup.com). We’re entirely remote, so no matter how far from Italy you’re. Get in touch Whatever you want to ask us, we’d love to hear from you. So, send an email to info@qodeup.com!
Investor & board observer
Jun 2021
Smartpricing is revenue management software that empowers hotels and lodging businesses to grow their revenue.
Member of the Board
Mar 2014
Nextatlas uses unique AI technology focused on early adopter detection to reveal the evolving consumer behaviors and provide confident trend prediction for what you can’t see on the horizon. Our AI and expertise can be quickly redirected to solve brands’ specific business challenges and uncover promising opportunities. As a trailblazer in the use of artificial intelligence for predictive trend detection and monitoring, Nextatlas is committed to bringing a fully-fledged scientific approach to a traditionally opinion-led industry.
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2024
Investor and board member
Oct 2024
GenomeUp is a benefit corporation based in Italy that develops digital solutions to simplify and accelerate the diagnostic journey for genetic diseases. Founded in 2017 from the dream of three young Italians, GenomeUp was created to stand alongside those who, every day, work to give a name to a genetic condition—easing, even in part, the long and often painful journey faced by patients and their families. With JuliaOmix™, our cloud-native platform, we digitize and streamline the entire diagnostic workflow—from test request to report. Sample tracking, clinical data management, genetic analysis, and decision support: everything in a single, secure, scalable, and integrated ecosystem. We collaborate with healthcare institutions, research centers, startups, and public bodies in Italy and across Europe, all sharing a common goal: to turn the complexity of clinical genetics into a tangible opportunity to improve people’s lives. We believe in a future where no patient has to wait years in uncertainty for a diagnosis. That’s why we work every day to reduce diagnostic timelines by putting technological innovation at the service of people. Giving back time is our greatest ambition: time to understand, to treat, and to live with greater peace of mind. Because every day gained in reaching a diagnosis can make all the difference. And every step forward in technology is one step closer to a real answer.
Investor and board observer
Sep 2024
Axyon AI is an Italian fintech company committed to making the investment management industry more robust through the power of AI. We provide asset managers, hedge funds and institutional investors with AI-powered solutions that deliver predictive value and uncover alpha opportunities.
2023
Investor and board member
Dec 2023
Our mission is to redefine the way companies manage their finances, by delivering a seamless, intuitive and collaborative, end-to-end financial management experience. Our goal is to help companies run their finances at the click of a button. We are looking for result oriented people, proactive and empathetic communicators, servant leaders valuing team success and well-being; with a clear vision for the team goals and roadmap, able to empower without micromanaging, with the key technical skills to help advising the team, yet with the confidence to take action and own decisions when the situation calls for it. We are looking for people, eager to drive excellence on the cutting edge of financial services, technologies and regulations. Funded by fintech experts in the Italian and European landscape and backed by the most innovative Italian financial institutions, we are on the lead to grow a champion in the industry. We want to build a truly agile company where everyone is empowered on their duties and responsibilities. You have the opportunity to join this project as one of the first hires. If starting from scratch stimulates you, and you want to think without boundaries, if you are looking for an adventure on a fintech startup, join us in this journey.
Board Member
Oct 2023
Sustainable Brand Platform is the sustainability intelligence solution for the fashion industry that enables fashion brands and manufacturers to accurately measure and manage their sustainability performance. We do that by providing: 👉 An all-in-one data measurement and management platform 👉 Tools to measure sustainability performances 👉 Access to real-time end-to-end sustainability data 👉 Data credibility based on international standards 👉 Strategic decision-making backed by reliable data Unlike other sustainability data management platforms, we are changing the paradigm of data ownership, equipping the industry with disruptive tools to drive the sustainable transition of the fashion industry. Our easy-to-adopt software turns all your company operative data into sustainability metrics in real-time and connects seemingly with your management software. 🙋‍♀️ It enables sustainability managers to organize and manage their sustainability data in one place, take control of their supply chain and build a data-backed strategy to drive their companys sustainability efforts and investments. Making decisions based on reliable data will help you transition your company into a more sustainable business by bringing sustainability into all decision-making, positioning yourself differently from competitors, avoiding greenwashing claims and reducing the risk of making decisions based on poor metrics. 👕 Are you a fashion brand or manufacturer looking for an all-in-one sustainability data management platform? Book a demo of our solutions today and join our mission of enabling the fashion supply chain to implement sustainability at the core of all decision-making. 💼 Are you looking for a job with a purpose? Head over to our job section and apply! We offer fully remote positions, hybrid or working in our offices in Milan (HQ) and Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy.
Investor & board observer
Oct 2023
At Tiledesk, were at the forefront of revolutionizing how chatbots and conversational apps are created. Our platform empowers users to craft interactive, AI-driven conversations effortlessly, without the need for coding skills. With our intuitive visual builder, you can seamlessly blend engagement rules with cutting-edge Generative AI to breathe life into your conversation designs. Elevate your customer experience across multiple digital channels, including websites, WhatsApp, mobile apps, Facebook Messenger, and more. But thats not all. Tiledesk fosters an open ecosystem, inviting conversation designers and chatbot developers to collaborate, share their expertise, and access a treasure trove of pre-built templates for rapid time-to-market. Join us on the frontier of Generative AI Chatbot Development and take your conversational interactions to the next level with Tiledesk 🚀✨ #AI #Chatbots #GenerativeAI #ConversationalApps #Innovation #CustomerExperience
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