How to Invest in Italy Podcast
Are American Investors Missing Out by Overlooking Italy’s Startup Scene?
For years, American investors have looked to London, Berlin, or Tel Aviv when they wanted international exposure. But while attention has been elsewhere, Italy has quietly built one of Europe’s most promising startup ecosystems. Over 15,000 innovative startups now operate across Milan, Turin, Florence, and Naples — driven by founders who think globally from day one. Government-backed venture funds, EU recovery investments, and university incubators are fueling momentum that feels a lot like Silicon Valley did in 2008: undervalued, underestimated, and ready for breakout growth.
Italy’s advantage isn’t just in its creativity — it’s in the numbers. Early-stage valuations are lower than in most Western markets, while the talent pool is deep and affordable. Combine that with a flat-tax regime for foreign residents and you get a market that’s financially appealing, culturally vibrant, and strategically positioned between Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. For American investors willing to look beyond the obvious, Italy offers something rare: the chance to be early again.
And that’s really what How to Invest in Italy is about — curiosity, connection, and discovery. I’m not coming in as an expert with all the answers. I’m here on the ground in Florence, learning alongside investors, founders, and innovators who are redefining what opportunity looks like in Italy. Join me as we uncover how smart people are finding new ways to invest — and live — differently.
Join us on this journey.
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Wednesday Oct 29, 2025
Wednesday Oct 29, 2025
We are launching the new How to Invest in Italy Podcast, a show where American investors can connect with the innovative world of Italian startups.
🎙️ Episode 1 — Welcome to “How to Invest in Italy” with Tom Leonard
Host: Tom LeonardLocation: Florence, Italy
🌍 About This Episode
Welcome to the How to Invest in Italy Podcast, hosted by Tom Leonard, an American living just outside of Florence.
This show is for people who think globally, act early, and want to discover new opportunities before everyone else does.
When Tom moved to Italy, he expected art, food, and culture — but what he didn’t expect was how much innovation is happening here. With more than 15,000 innovative startups across sectors like green tech, AI, and advanced manufacturing, Italy has quietly built one of Europe’s most interesting startup ecosystems.
Yet few Americans are paying attention. That’s where this podcast begins.
💡 What You’ll Learn
Why Italy has become one of Europe’s most dynamic startup environments
The biggest myths Americans have about investing in Italy
How the Investor Visa can help you live and invest in Italy
What it’s really like to make the move — from taxes and housing to driving in Italy
What to expect from upcoming episodes featuring founders, investors, and experts
🚀 Key Takeaways
Italy’s startup ecosystem is growing fast — and full of untapped opportunities.
American investors are still early to this story.
Investing in Italy can also open the door to living here.
This isn’t just a podcast — it’s a journey of discovery alongside the people shaping Italy’s economic future.
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“It’s one thing to invest differently. It’s another to live differently.”— Tom Leonard, from Florence, Italy