ZERO TO GATE
IDEA → VENTURE
Build the company behind the idea.
Turn an early idea into a credible company you can test, explain and build.
We back exceptional founders from and in emerging markets.
ScaleGate works inside ambitious ventures to build what is missing. From the first idea to a stronger startup and international growth.
Selected ventures and work
DeepLeaf0PlasticShamba RecordsPCS AgriKepera PowerBataziaPastificio IrisThe Tech PlatformCampo Digitale
Built beyond borders
The world’s next great companies are already being built.
What they often lack is not ambition. It is the operating capacity, market access and infrastructure to scale. ScaleGate works alongside founders to build what is missing and stay close to execution.
From the first idea to a stronger startup and international growth.
Founder Pathways
Start where your company is today. ScaleGate meets you at your current stage and works alongside you to move the company forward.
GATE TO SCALE
EXISTING STARTUP → STRONGER COMPANY
Strengthen what already exists.
Bring in the capabilities your startup needs to overcome its next constraint and move forward.
SCALE
ESTABLISHED COMPANY → INTERNATIONAL EXPANSION
Turn international ambition into execution.
Prepare and execute international growth, with particular focus on companies from emerging markets.
Dutch Startup Visa opportunity
Build your company in the Netherlands.
For eligible founders from outside the EU, the Dutch Startup Visa can offer a route to establish and actively develop an innovative company in the Netherlands. ScaleGate provides venture-building and application-preparation support to help founders explore their readiness and strengthen the company.
Depending on the company’s stage, the opportunity can connect with Zero to Gate or Gate to Scale.
Operators, not spectators.
Davide Menguzzato
Co-founder
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Patrik Nemčok
Co-founder
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Luís António
Grants and incorporation
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Alex Nwuba
Managing Partner, ScaleGate Africa
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Alfie Nze
Programme and Education Manager, ScaleGate Africa
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Mahdi Aboulmanadel
Technology
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Luca Nuccio
Marketing
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Francesca Cosenza
Communication and design
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Ait Houmaid Lahcen
Technical support and MVP engineering
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Whether you are shaping an idea, strengthening an existing startup or preparing to scale internationally, ScaleGate will route you to the right pathway.