Massimo Banzi
Angel investor in Monza
Monza, Italy
Massimo Banzi, Angel investor in Monza is an active investor based in Monza, Italy. This profile covers what Massimo Banzi backs, at which stage, and how founders can reach out in 2026.
Mr. Massimo Banzi is a Co-Founder & serves as Chairman, CMO & Chief Technology Officer at Arduino. He is an Interaction Designer, Educator and Open Source Hardware advocate. He has worked as a consultant for clients such as Prada, Artemide, Persol, Whirlpool, V&A Museum and Adidas. He is an interaction designer, educator, open-source hardware pioneer and TED speaker. His background is in electrical engineering, but he spent most of his early career working as a software architect before spending four years at the Interaction Design Institute Ivrea as an Associate Professor. He has taught workshops and has been a guest speaker at institutions all over the world. He currently teaches at USI University and SUPSI in Switzerland and is a visiting professor at CIID in Copenhagen.
- Investor type
- Angel
- Stages
- Early Stage Venture
- Invests in
- SaaS & Enterprise
- Location
- Monza, Italy
- Typical check
- $500K
- Past investments
- 1
Notable investments
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What does Massimo Banzi invest in?
Massimo Banzi invests in SaaS & Enterprise, typically at Early Stage Venture. Match your sector and stage, then reach out with a personalized pitch.
What stage does Massimo Banzi invest at?
Massimo Banzi typically invests at Early Stage Venture. Lead with traction that fits the stage when you reach out.
What is Massimo Banzi's typical check size?
Massimo Banzi typically writes checks around $500K. Use it as a signal for whether your raise fits their stage.
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