Francesco Cracolici is the CEO of Nomadic Minds, where he currently runs invite-only tech events and startup programs in emerging markets, such as the Central Asia and Mediterranean Startup Summits. As a venture partner in three funds, Francesco focuses on early-stage startups in emerging markets. Over his career, he has invested in over 30 startups, both privately and as a syndicate lead, managed more than 30 accelerator cohorts, and founded four angel clubs across four different countries, helping to shape the global startup ecosystem.