Francesco Pessolano

Francesco Pessolano is a seasoned entrepreneur and executive with extensive experience in technology and innovation. Currently serving as CEO and Co-Founder of Astrape Networks, Francesco also contributes as a mentor for multiple organizations, including Startupbootcamp, Brinc, EIT Health, and imec.istart, where guidance is provided to various technology start-ups focused on specific business needs and stages. With a background as Entrepreneur in Residence at Eindhoven University of Technology and a track record as Co-Founder and CEO of Xetal NV, Francesco's expertise spans areas such as business planning, fundraising, and product development. Academic qualifications include an MBA in Strategy and Marketing from Erasmus University Rotterdam, a Ph.D. in Mathematics and Computer Science from London South Bank University, and a Laurea in Electronics from Università di Pisa.