Mondadori PLAI Acceleration Program 2025

The PLAI Acceleration Program is designed for early-stage Al startups aiming to turn innovative projects into scalable business solutions. They are looking for Al-driven solutions applicable across corporate environments, with the potential to enhance corporate operations, optimize business processes. They welcome Al-driven projects across multiple industries, where Al is driving major transformation with strong focus on Education (corporate training, digital learning, and edtech), Retail (customer experience, demand forecasting, and logistics), New Media & Advertising (content strategy, audience targeting, and ad efficiency) and Publishing (editorial workflows, content distribution, and reader engagement).

Aimed at early-stage startups, this program offers €100,000 for 7% equity, to help transform innovative concepts into tangible prototypes or MVPs. Participants receive intensive mentoring and access to workshops that help refine their business models. This program serves as a launchpad, providing startups with the necessary resources, expertise, and connections to rapidly advance towards commercial readiness and success.

Eligibility Criteria for Mondadori PLAI Acceleration Program 2025

PLAI is seeking startups that are pioneering innovative uses of AI across various industries. Whether you are looking for product-market fit or you already have paying customers, if your vision utilizes AI to solve real-world problems and can scale significantly, they want to hear from you.

Benefits of Mondadori PLAI Acceleration Program 2025

1. Intense 6-month hybrid program designed to enable growth at speed with more than 50+ hours of actionable Workshop
2. 20+ hour of mentorship. The acceleration team, a Network of Premium Managers and Entrepreneurs will provide hands-on support and valuable introductions in different area
3. Mondadori extends your reach, linking you to the entire ecosystem landscape and a leading voice in multimedia publishing
4. Initial investment €100k per startup and access to a global network of investors, VCs and Angels
5. Additional €400k follow-up investment for selected startup

How to Apply

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Application Deadline

15 May, 2025

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