About us
Where climate and digital converge
We turn bold ideas into scalable, funded, real-world solutions.
who we are
Why choose MALTAccelerate?
MALTAccelerate is an international innovation and acceleration hub helping startups, investors, and public-sector initiatives turn bold ideas into scalable, funded solutions.
We combine:
- Hands-on entrepreneurial experience
- Deep knowledge of EU funding ecosystems
- Strong investor and corporate networks
our experience
Accelerating innovation across Europe
With decades of combined experience across the European startup ecosystem, we turn expertise into impact.
Our work spans landmark European programmes, including:
MED-Hubs
Advancing blue-economy solutions by connecting Mediterranean innovators in renewable energy, sustainable fisheries, and more.
DiFiLiR
Digital Financial Literacy for Inclusion and Economic Resilience – empowering SMEs, vocational learners, and underserved communities across Europe with practical digital financial skills.
what we do
Our core services
Startup acceleration
& growth
We guide startups from early stage through to scale, combining hands-on mentorship, strategic support, and access to funding and networks.
EU-funded program design & delivery
We design and deliver EU-funded programmes end-to-end, from architecture and strategy through to operational delivery and KPI reporting.
Investor
matchmaking
We connect vetted, investment-ready startups with VCs, angels, family offices, and corporate venture arms aligned with their growth stage and sector.
Market expansion & commercialisation
We guide startups from early stage through to scale, combining hands-on mentorship, strategic support, and access to funding and networks.
our team
Meet the people behind MALTAccelerate
Experienced practitioners across entrepreneurship, EU funding, investment, and innovation strategy.
Alessandro Silvestri
MANAGING PARTNER
Experienced in startup growth, EU funding, and international business development.
Alexander Borg
Business planning and validation specialist
Experienced in startup growth, EU funding, and international business development.
Malorie Galligan
Growth and innovation lead
Specialist in innovation programs and stakeholder coordination.
Martin Manning
Investment and finance specialist
Extensive experience in venture building and scaling climate-tech startups.
Aysegul Gunduz
R&D and EU funding expert
Extensive experience in EU research funding and innovation programmes.
Elias Salem Cherif
Finance and equity lead
Extensive experience in venture building and scaling climate-tech startups.
Shannon Weber
Growth Strategist, founder and commercial partner
Extensive experience in venture building and scaling climate-tech startups.
Tamara Nicodeme
Strategy and growth expert
Extensive experience in venture building and scaling climate-tech startups.
Vladimir Marenovic
IPR specialist
Extensive experience in venture building and scaling climate-tech startups.
testimonials
What our partners say about us
Ready to accelerate?
Get in touch and discover how MALTAccelerate can support your journey.