Tech Talks Milan

Sponsored Event | September.19.2019

On Thursday 19 September 2019, Orrick Milan, together with GP Bullhound, a leading digital technology advisory and investment firm, hosted the first “Tech Talks Milan” held at innovation hub Le Village by CA Milano.

The event brought together the investor community and some of the most exciting Italian private, pre-IPO and public companies that are leading the charge in the next wave of Technology and Innovation in Italy.

The day was opened with the remarks of Attilio Mazzilli, head of the Italian tech department, and Alessandro Casartelli, Director at GP Bullhound, who introduced two successful stories in the Italian market: Facile.it, the market leader in the Italian price comparison market, and Octo Telematics, the leading provider of IoT and telematics solutions for insurance carriers, automotive companies, and mobility providers.

These keynote presentations were followed by a panel of international investors such as Luca Bocchio (Accel), Christian Resch (Goldman Sachs), Antonio Avitabile (Sony Innovation Fund) and Luca Colciago (Kreos Capital) who, moderated by Shawn Atkinson, discussed their successful investment experiences in the Italian lively market.

The discussion ended with the presentation of five Italian scale-ups (brumbrum, Credimi, DoveConviene, Musixmatch and Safety21) followed by an animated Q&A session.

The day ended with a cocktail in the amazing cloister of Le Village, an ancient 14th century monastery recently renewed by Credit Agricole.

Attilio Mazzilli Partner, Technology & Innovation, Mergers & Acquisitions

Milan

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Practice:

Technology & Innovation
Mergers & Acquisitions

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Attilio Mazzilli Partner

Milan

Attilio brings to the table a wealth of knowledge and a deep understanding of the technology sector, which is critical in today's rapidly evolving business landscape. His practice is primarily focuses on providing expert legal advice on cross-border and domestic mergers and acquisitions (M&A), private equity, and venture capital transactions.

Attilio has a rich history of advising both domestic and multinational companies as well as private equity funds through their most critical and complex M&A and investments transactions. His focus within the dynamic realms of technology industry has positioned him as a go-to legal strategist for companies seeking to navigate the intricate and often disruptive characteristic market shifts of these sectors. His tailored approach ensures that the companies he advises are well-positioned to capitalize on the opportunities presented by their investments and M&A activities, fostering growth, innovation, and competitive advantage in a rapidly evolving business landscape.

In the context of innovation, Attilio’s role as an advisor to VC firms and high-growth technology companies places him at the forefront of investments in the tech industry.

His experience covers a broad spectrum of legal disciplines and is critical in identifying and evaluating potential investment opportunities within the sector, particularly in areas prone to rapid growth and innovation. With a seasoned understanding of market trends and the intricacies of startup development, Attilio advises investors on how to allocate their capital effectively, maximizing potential returns.

He is also extensively experienced at guiding technology companies at all stages of their life cycle and his contributions is invaluable for companies transitioning from seed stage through Series A and B funding rounds and eventually to exit strategies. His guidance encompasses strategic planning, corporate governance, and the navigation of regulatory environments. Startups, with their inherent risks and potential for exponential growth, require nuanced advice to thrive, and Attilio offers tailored counsel to help these companies scale their operations, refine their business models, and attract further investment. His experience is also instrumental in preparing these companies for various exit scenarios, whether through acquisitions, mergers, or initial public offerings (IPOs), ensuring that founders and investors alike realize their ventures' full value.

Shawn Atkinson Partner, Mergers & Acquisitions, Technology Companies Group

London

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Technology & Innovation Sector
Mergers & Acquisitions
Technology Companies Group
Fintech

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Shawn Atkinson Partner

London

In addition to sheer volume of deals, Shawn's incomparable market insight stems from his leadership roles at Orrick, the only global firm focused on technology, and his experience working throughout the UK & Europe, North America and Asia. Shawn leads Orrick's London Corporate practice, its Global Emerging Markets practice and co-leads the Global Fintech team and the Global Technology Companies Practice Group. These complement his practice serving public and private companies in UK multi-jurisdictional and complex corporate transactions, including countless acquisitions and disposals, cross-border mergers, bankruptcy infused asset sales, recapitalisations and reorganisations. He is also a recognised leader in late stage venture transactions and in early stage private equity transactions in Europe and the emerging markets.

Shawn also advises early stage businesses across a number of sectors – including insurtech, Fintech, Crypto, SaaS, EdTech, HRTech, Marketplace and EnergyTech. He assists them from incorporation through to M&A exit, initial public offerings and other growth opportunities. His participation in the private equity and venture capital sector spans his entire career - with time spent in private practice, in-house and advising investors as well as investor-backed businesses-and affords him a deep knowledge and understanding of the industry and client needs and expectations.

Among the leading investment funds he has represented are ABN Amro Ventures, Acton Capital Partners, ABRY Partners, Accel Partners, Apax Partners, Bain Capital, Balderton Capital, Battery Ventures, Beringea, Bessemer Venture Partners, Black Pearls VC, Black Sheep Ventures, BMWi Ventures, Coatue Management, Columbia Capital, CommerzVentures, Evolvence, FTV Capital, Golden Gate Capital, Stepstone Group, Headway Capital Partners, Innova Capital, Kinnevik, KPS Capital Partners, Marlin Equity Partners, Mangrove Capital Partners, M/C Partners, One Peak, Oxx, Pearson Ventures, Piper Private Equity, Piton Capital, Salesforce Ventures, Sprints Capital, Summit Partners, Updata Partners, VNV Global and VEF.

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Technology Companies Group

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Italy