Francesco Mantica.

Associate, San Francisco

Francesco’s experience as a data analyst at Kinetic Networks and his engagement at Google, gives him a unique and creative perspective on new technologies, working with entrepreneurs and business development.

Francesco holds a BA degree from the University of Pennsylvania.

Kennet Facts

Established 1997. Offices in London, Silicon Valley
Approximately $600 million under management
Invest in fast-growing technology, services and digital media businesses across Europe and North America
Strong track record of building market-leading companies. See Portfolio.

Investment Principles

Belief in the founder-entrepreneur
Respect for capital-efficient businesses
Recognition that technology markets are global
A focus on sales productivity as the engine of growth
Flexibility in finding the right structure for each deal

Kennet Culture

Belief in the power of coaching to develop world-class, founder-led businesses
Openness to new ideas
Attitude of transparency, healthy scepticism and debate
Conviction that top-quality companies can be built from anywhere