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Francesco Cracolici

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Director at Timepledge.org
📍 London, England, United Kingdom

Francesco Cracolici is the CEO of Nomadic Minds, a Venture Partner in three funds, and an ecosystem builder focused on emerging markets. He has invested in over 30 startups, managed numerous accelerator cohorts, and founded four angel clubs. Colleagues describe him as having an "entrepreneurial mind set, " and being "smart, brilliant and skilled. "

Originally from Palermo, Sicily, Francesco is passionate about connecting global investors with startups in developing regions, particularly the Mediterranean and Africa. He actively organizes high-impact tech events and mentorship programs to foster innovation and create long-term value for local communities, bridging them with Silicon Valley.

He was nominated as "Best Investor UNDER 30" in 2023 for his significant contributions to the startup world.

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Experience
12 Years
Current Role
Director
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
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Emerging Markets
As CEO of Nomadic Minds and a partner in multiple VCs, his primary focus is organizing tech events and funding startups in developing regions like Africa and Central Asia.
Startup Investing
He is an active seed investor and venture partner who has personally invested in over 30 startups and established four angel investor clubs in different countries.
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Career

Work history

2-2025
Director
Timepledge.org
6-2024
Partner / seed investor
Kili Ventures
5-2024
Partner
Stealth Mode
3-2024
Venture Partner/ Seed investor
Exponential Zaisan Partners (XZP)
6-2023
President Emeritus
Mongolia Angel club
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Education
2014 - 2016
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Università degli Studi di Palermo
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