Enrico Poli is an innovative brand that focuses on investing in early-stage edtech startups through their investment initiative called Zanichelli Venture. With a wide-ranging approach to education technology, they are interested in startups that can enhance the learner's experience and create alternatives to the current education system. Enrico Poli co-invests globally with local lead investors and actively participates in seed, pre-A, and A rounds, providing continuous support to their portfolio companies.

They are also open to connecting with founders in the idea-stage or pre-seed phase. Enrico Poli's commitment to education extends beyond financial support. As a corporate venture capital fund, they aim to foster collaboration, share insights, and promote innovative thinking for their own digital products designers, editorial staff, and IT.

They prioritize long-term self-sustainability for startups and seek to build trust and intense collaboration before considering deeper partnerships. Enrico Poli's parent company, Zanichelli Editore, has a rich history in the textbook business for over 150 years, publishing notable works by renowned authors. Their current portfolio includes a variety of exciting startups such as KiDE Science, Aktiv Learning, Mindstone, Kaizen Languages, Foundry College, and many more, each offering unique educational solutions for learners of all ages.

Stay updated on the latest EdTech insights through Enrico Poli's Sight on EdTech on Medium, where you can find interviews with startup founders and EdTech leaders