​Starting a Business in Ferrara: Innovation in a Historic Setting

​Explore how to launch your business in Ferrara — from startup support and funding to success stories and a thriving innovation ecosystem.

​📆 May 27 – 🕠 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM (CET)
With: Chiara Scaramagli, Municipality of Ferrara, Deputy Mayor for Public Education and Training, Youth Policies, Participatory Processes, Town Twinning

​Cipriano Moneta, Entrepreneur and startup advisor

​Avv. Ludovico Bongini, Vicepresident Ferrara Expo srl and co-founder Work on Work

​Marco Marchetti, CEO Mama science srl

​Moderator: Eleonora Mazzeo, Innovation Officer, Open Lab srl

​What You'll Learn:

• ​Starting a business, freelance project or startup

• ​Local ecosystem: incubators, funding, public support

• ​Success stories from Ferrara-based entrepreneurs

• ​Innovation, creativity, and business opportunities in the city

​Join the Ferrara Calling Program

​By attending this webinar, you're automatically considered for our immersive experience program! Selected participants will enjoy a fully-funded 3-day visit to Ferrara (September 15-18, 2025) where you'll:

• ​Stay in accommodations in the historic city center

• ​Meet with local business leaders and entrepreneurs

• ​Visit innovation hubs, incubators, and coworking spaces

• ​Receive personalized guidance on business establishment

​All local expenses—including accommodation, transportation, activities, and meals—will be covered. Participants are responsible for their travel arrangements to Italy.