About our company

Professional support developing companies

Your partner
at all stages

Ventures Bridge is a management firm that partners with its clients through:

  • Global business development consulting services that launch business into new markets;
  • Equity partnerships and co-ownership and new companies abroad;
  • Large network that offers a fundamental boost to business expansion to new markets

Thanks to experience and a creative, problem solving  approach to business expansion, Ventures Bridge matches needs and solutions, creating unexpected partnerships that build solid and competitive business opportunities.
That’s Ventures Bridge!

Your partner
at all stages

Ventures Bridge is a management firm that partners with its clients through:

  • Global business development consulting services that launch business into new markets;
  • Equity partnerships and co-ownership and new companies abroad;
  • Large network that offers a fundamental boost to business expansion to new markets

Thanks to experience and a creative, problem solving  approach to business expansion, Ventures Bridge matches needs and solutions, creating unexpected partnerships that build solid and competitive business opportunities.
That’s Ventures Bridge!

An integrated model

Here at Ventures Bridge we are committed to help fund the building of great products abroad.
For over two decades the founders have been helping SMEs from Italy establish themselves successfully and sustainably in the US Market.
We are specialized in the deployment of services that support companies to achieve business growth through international expansion strategies.
We work closely with our Clients and concretely participate to the development of their operative initiatives.

What we do

Out team

Ventures Bridge is the team that every entrepreneur should have on his side in any internationalization process.
Understanding the needs of Italian startups and innovative SMEs, our professionals believe their mission and work every day to translate it into reality.
Here they are, our Daily Partners: companies, people and a ton of expertise supporting you and your team to accelerate the growth into the United States of America.

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Out team

Ventures Bridge is the team that every entrepreneur should have on his side in any internationalization process.
Understanding the needs of Italian startups and innovative SMEs, our professionals believe their mission and work every day to translate it into reality.
Here they are, our Daily Partners: companies, people and a ton of expertise supporting you and your team to accelerate the growth into the United States of America.

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The Global Network

The Global Network

We build bridges between continents, attracting dynamic entrepreneurs and investors to
participate in the expansion of innovative product based, business projects.
Starting from the USA, we scale up your business through our global network of partnerships.
With a sales network present in more than 30 countries, Ventures Bridge provides global business
development consulting services and both sales and technical expertise to its clients.

WHY VENTURES BRIDGE?

The integration of our network, resources and services increases the revenue streams and success rates of our partners and clients. Companies at different stages of growth and global expansion can minimize the risks of establishing US operations.

WHY VENTURES BRIDGE?

The integration of our network, resources and services increases the revenue streams and success rates of our partners and clients. Companies at different stages of growth and global expansion can minimize the risks of establishing US operations.

US SUBSIDIARY MADE EASY

We assist companies with a new,
vertical support model, that
accompanies them in all
development stages, from company
set up to capital raise.

COST SAVING UP TO 50%

We out-source repetitive business
processes to reduce costs
compared to a self-managed US
subsidiary.

WE WORK IN EQUITY

We partner in co-ownership and stock-based
agreements with SMEs and Startups that meet
the established criteria.

WE HAVE THE RELATIONSHIPS THAT MATTER

We tap an unparalleled network of
private, public, and social
connections to help our clients
extend their reach in a global
marketplace.

MORE THAN 30 YEARS OF TEAM ACTIVITY

Our Italian-speaking US specialists
protect you from stumbling blocks
that non-domestic companies
might encounter in the US.

TEAM

Paolo Valente

Partner & CEO

Houston, Texas, USA

Specialized in national and international sales, marketing and logistics with extensive experience in foreign and domestic business management, relations, development and mediations in the oil & gas, mining, construction and technology sectors. Treasurer for Italy-America Chamber of Commerce of Texas, Inc.

Fabio Malfarà

Business Developer & Consultant

Turin, Italy

An expert International Business Developer, specialized in market analysis and business processes reorganization. Focusses on innovative strategic business growth, internationalization processes and market expansion providing entrepreneurs with resources, investors, strategic partners and a network of customers. Visionary entrepreneur for circular economy business development projects.

Joseph Bella

Co-Founder & Vice President

South Bend, Indiana, USA

Consolidated background in the newspaper, printing segment and the packaging industry including commercial web manufacturing and custom machine sales, operations and manufacturing. Specialized in new business development, new product development and sales & marketing in retail operations and general contracting.

Marco Luongo

Partner 

Turin, Italy 

Practised law in England, Spain and today provides legal consultancy of international litigation practices. Worked at the Council of European Bar Association in Brussels (CCBE). Studied international criminology.  Specialized in civil and labor law, commercial and corporate law, compensation for damages, contracts, real estate law, brokerage, condominium disputes, succession, asset protection and trusts.

Anna Cerruti

Partner 

Turin, Italy 

Consolidated experience in company start-up and labor law issues in Italy.   Specialized in mergers & acquisitions, all company development phases, growth opportunities, entry of industrial or financial investors, acquisitions and sales.

Andrea Birini

Partner 

Turin, Italy 

Chartered account and bankruptcy expert. Specialized in crisis management, restructuring and recovery plans based on preventive business analysis of the civil and criminal risks for the corporate bodies.  Focusses on changing the company culture towards monitoring company health and prioritizing strategic prevention and planning.

Fulvio Adulante

Partner & CFO

Turin, Italy 

Established business owner. Specialized in innovative plastic moulds in the chemical sector servicing the automotive industry across Europe. Expertise in crisis management for micro companies and SME’s, focussing on sector specific business plans to handle insolvencies. 

Nina Madaffari

Partner 

Milan, Italy / Vancouver BC, Canada

Professional ICF, Business Coach & Trainer, with over 20 years experience in HR & corporate communication in a multinational context. Specialized in intercontinental liaison and change management re-organization, facilitating internationalization processes for SME’s and managing intercultural teams and market expansion challenges.

Davide Zari

Advisor

Bolzano, Italy 

Specialized in strategic relevant, IP-backed, business changing projects involving real assets, integrating business strategy, technology, science and project management.  Managing and executing the whole business process from concept design to technology validation, partnerships building, financing sources definition, commercial pipeline development, working with dispersed multi-disciplinar EU-wide teams. 

Marcello Corongiu

Advisor

Turin, Italy 

Master in International Trade Law, with an extensive experience in project and business management & relations. Startup co-founder.  Since 2008 active in the renewable energy sector.  Listed as expert by the EU Commission.

Antonio Luongo

Advisor

Turin, Italy 

A practising attorney since 1971 in Italy who collaborated with a London firm.   Holds conferences on corporate law and trusts. University Professor of commercial law of preparation courses for bar exams. Specialized in civil, commercial, industrial and corporate law. Consolidated expertise in banking, insurance, bankruptcy, arbitration, trusts and asset protection.

Silvano Storti

Advisor

Padova, Italy 

Seasoned entrepreneur with over 35 years experience in design, and management experience in water treatment plants and purification of waste, civil and industrial water, at a worldwide level. Degree in Chemical at the I.T.I.S.V.E.M. at Valdagno, Italy. Received numerous awards by the Governments in India, China, Europe, Croatia, Pakistan, etc.

Joseph Galea

Consultant

Malta

Specialized in B2G facilitating trade and business ventures between private enterprises and the public sector, in Malta. Expertise in the renewable energy sector, focussed in waste-to-energy. Manager of International Trade, Goods and Statistics in the Malta public sector and experienced in Property Management & Facility Management. Promotes international trade and helps launch startups and foreign companies to niche markets.

Stefan Kreitczick

Advisor

Elsendorf - Germany

Professional in national and international sales, marketing and logistics with extensive experience in foreign and domestic business management, relations, development and mediations in the graphics industry, automotive and general technology sectors. German mother-tongue.

Antonella Vitelli

Journalist / Press Office

Torino - Italy

Experienced Social Media Strategist with a demonstrated history of working SMEs and Startups environment. Skilled in Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Sociology, WordPress, Adobe Indesign CC, and Editing. Strong media and communication professional with a University of Turin focused in Philosophy from University of Turin.

TEAM

Paolo Valente

Partner & CEO

Houston, Texas, USA

Specialized in national and international sales, marketing and logistics with extensive experience in foreign and domestic business management, relations, development and mediations in the oil & gas, mining, construction and technology sectors. Treasurer for Italy-America Chamber of Commerce of Texas, Inc.

Fabio Malfarà

Business Developer & Consultant

Turin, Italy

An expert International Business Developer, specialized in market analysis and business processes reorganization. Focusses on innovative strategic business growth, internationalization processes and market expansion providing entrepreneurs with resources, investors, strategic partners and a network of customers. Visionary entrepreneur for circular economy business development projects.

Joseph Bella

Co-Founder & Vice President

South Bend, Indiana, USA

Consolidated background in the newspaper, printing segment and the packaging industry including commercial web manufacturing and custom machine sales, operations and manufacturing. Specialized in new business development, new product development and sales & marketing in retail operations and general contracting.

Marco Luongo

Partner 

Turin, Italy 

Practised law in England, Spain and today provides legal consultancy of international litigation practices. Worked at the Council of European Bar Association in Brussels (CCBE). Studied international criminology.  Specialized in civil and labor law, commercial and corporate law, compensation for damages, contracts, real estate law, brokerage, condominium disputes, succession, asset protection and trusts.

Anna Cerruti

Partner 

Turin, Italy 

Consolidated experience in company start-up and labor law issues in Italy.   Specialized in mergers & acquisitions, all company development phases, growth opportunities, entry of industrial or financial investors, acquisitions and sales.

Andrea Birini

Partner 

Turin, Italy 

Chartered account and bankruptcy expert. Specialized in crisis management, restructuring and recovery plans based on preventive business analysis of the civil and criminal risks for the corporate bodies.  Focusses on changing the company culture towards monitoring company health and prioritizing strategic prevention and planning.

Fulvio Adulante

Partner & CFO

Turin, Italy 

Established business owner. Specialized in innovative plastic moulds in the chemical sector servicing the automotive industry across Europe. Expertise in crisis management for micro companies and SME’s, focussing on sector specific business plans to handle insolvencies. 

Nina Madaffari

Partner 

Milan, Italy / Vancouver BC, Canada

Professional ICF, Business Coach & Trainer, with over 20 years experience in HR & corporate communication in a multinational context. Specialized in intercontinental liaison and change management re-organization, facilitating internationalization processes for SME’s and managing intercultural teams and market expansion challenges.

Davide Zari

Advisor

Bolzano, Italy 

Specialized in strategic relevant, IP-backed, business changing projects involving real assets, integrating business strategy, technology, science and project management.  Managing and executing the whole business process from concept design to technology validation, partnerships building, financing sources definition, commercial pipeline development, working with dispersed multi-disciplinar EU-wide teams. 

Marcello Corongiu

Advisor

Turin, Italy 

Master in International Trade Law, with an extensive experience in project and business management & relations. Startup co-founder.  Since 2008 active in the renewable energy sector.  Listed as expert by the EU Commission.

Antonio Luongo

Advisor

Turin, Italy 

A practising attorney since 1971 in Italy who collaborated with a London firm.   Holds conferences on corporate law and trusts. University Professor of commercial law of preparation courses for bar exams. Specialized in civil, commercial, industrial and corporate law. Consolidated expertise in banking, insurance, bankruptcy, arbitration, trusts and asset protection.

Silvano Storti

Advisor

Padova, Italy 

Seasoned entrepreneur with over 35 years experience in design, and management experience in water treatment plants and purification of waste, civil and industrial water, at a worldwide level. Degree in Chemical at the I.T.I.S.V.E.M. at Valdagno, Italy. Received numerous awards by the Governments in India, China, Europe, Croatia, Pakistan, etc.

Joseph Galea

Consultant

Malta

Specialized in B2G facilitating trade and business ventures between private enterprises and the public sector, in Malta. Expertise in the renewable energy sector, focussed in waste-to-energy. Manager of International Trade, Goods and Statistics in the Malta public sector and experienced in Property Management & Facility Management. Promotes international trade and helps launch startups and foreign companies to niche markets.

Stefan Kreitczick

Advisor

Elsendorf - Germany

Professional in national and international sales, marketing and logistics with extensive experience in foreign and domestic business management, relations, development and mediations in the graphics industry, automotive and general technology sectors. German mother-tongue.

Antonella Vitelli

Journalist / Press Office

Torino - Italy

Experienced Social Media Strategist with a demonstrated history of working SMEs and Startups environment. Skilled in Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Sociology, WordPress, Adobe Indesign CC, and Editing. Strong media and communication professional with a University of Turin focused in Philosophy from University of Turin.