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Doorway operates as an innovative Italian fintech platform, enabling direct venture capital investment for both private and corporate investors. The company provides a curated environment for connecting capital with promising ventures, extending beyond mere aggregation by offering consulting services to venture capital firms seeking optimal opportunities. Its approach emphasizes professionalism and expertise, positioning itself as a dedicated partner in the investment process for the deals it proposes.
The company was founded in 2019 by Antonella Grassigli, who serves as CEO and Chairman. Other co-founders include Federica Lolli and Marco Michelini. Grassigli, recognized as Business Angel of the Year in 2021 and Woman of The Year in 2022, established Doorway with the insight that direct and structured access to venture capital investments could be streamlined for a wider investor base, thereby fostering growth within Italy’s venture investing landscape.
Private and corporate investors, alongside venture capital firms, utilize Doorway’s platform to engage with high-potential investment opportunities. The company’s long-term vision centers on continuously enhancing accessibility and efficiency in the venture capital ecosystem, aiming to democratize participation while ensuring robust due diligence and professional guidance for all stakeholders involved in the investment journey.
Doorway has 5 tracked investments across 4 companies. The latest tracked deal is $14.0M Series A in Serenis Health in September 2025.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2025 | Serenis Health | $14.0M Series A | Elia Stupka, Enrico Fili' | First Star Ventures, Azimut Libera Impresa SGR, Club Degli Investitori, FG2 Capital, Invictus Capital, Lumen Ventures, Xequity Venture Club |
| Nov 1, 2022 | Babaco Market | $7.0M Series A | United Ventures | CDP Venture Capital, Niccolo Maisto, Boost Heroes, Feel Venture, LVenture Group, Nextup, Plug And Play, Seven Investments, Startupbootcamp |
| Aug 5, 2022 | Deliveristo | $7.2M Other Equity | Alessandro Pontari | Azimut Libera Impresa SGR, Gellify, Italian Angels For Growth, Sara Lovato |
| Oct 22, 2021 | Sonect | $5.4M Other Equity | Italian Angels For Growth | — |
| Dec 22, 2020 | Deliveristo | $5.5M Series A | Paolo Gesess | Alecla7, Gellify, IAG Capital Partners, Michele Novelli |