​Meet a new wave of Italian innovators advancing the future of health and life sciences.

​We’ll gather at INNOVIT, the Italian Innovation & Culture Hub in the heart of San Francisco, to hear directly from founders translating cutting-edge research into real-world impact, from breakthrough therapies to next-generation biotech platforms.

​The program will feature a cureted panel, and pitches from our cohort of startups and scaleups, followed by an Italian aperitivo designed to spark thoughtful dialogue and meaningful connections across science, industry, and investment.

​Agenda

​4:30 pm — Registration & Networking

​5:00 pm — Welcome Remarks

​With Alberto Acito, Managing Director at INNOVIT, and Massimo Carnelos, Consul General of Italy in San Francisco.

​5:30 pm — Panel between experts

​6:00 pm — Startup Pitches

​Meet the companies shaping the future.

​7:00 pm — INNOVIT Aperitivo

​​An opportunity to meet the founders, network with our community, and enjoy a taste of Italy in true aperitivo style.

​​8:00 pm — Event ends

​​Thank you for being part of a community that bridges Italy and the Bay Area through innovation, ambition, and shared perspective. We look forward to building what’s next together!