Francesco Maio

Francesco Maio has a diverse work experience, starting with their role as Co-Founder and CEO of Fashion Capital Partners in 2013. Francesco then became a Board Member and Chief Network Officer at Forbes France in 2017. In 2015, they joined FrenchFounders as a Member, a community for CEOs and business leaders. Prior to that, they were a Partner and Board Member at 5M Ventures, a Media for Equity Fund. In 2012, they founded 50 Partners, an investment fund and business angel network. Francesco also held positions as Partner and Board Member at NowFashion and as a Shareholder and Board Member at Attractive World. Additionally, Francesco has worked as a Business Angel, Board Member, and Consultant for various startups since 2007. Francesco served as a Lead Mentor at Le Camping Startup Accelerator from 2011 to 2013. Francesco began their career at Sal. Oppenheim as a Senior Vice President, Co-Head of France, and Head of Sales from 2006 to 2008.

Francesco Maio completed their high school education at Notre Dame Intl School in Rome from 1982 to 1985, where they earned a High School Diploma in Business Administration and Management. From 1985 to 1989, they attended The American University of Paris and obtained a degree in Business Administration (IBA). In 1986-1987, they furthered their studies at Parsons School of Design in Paris, focusing on Photography. Prior to their high school education, they attended Jean Mermoz in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, from 1980 to 1982, although no specific degree or field of study is provided for this period.