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Call for Startups 2026 Grow your startup. Unlock new opportunities. Join the GoBeyond 2026 Call for Startups and gain access to mentorship, corporate connections, pilot opportunities, and a network of experts to help accelerate your startup's growth.
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Status Open
Starting Date
01/09/2026
End Date
25/10/2026
GoBeyond
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About
From solution to market

The 2026 Call for Startups is dedicated to startups incorporated in Italy that are developing innovative, scalable solutions ready to generate market value.

Through GoBeyond, startups can gain access to financial support, mentorship, international exposure and opportunities to engage with business and innovation teams across Flutter brands.

Benefits Cosa offre GoBeyond
50,000
01
€50,000 equity-free grant
La startup vincitrice riceverà un grant equity-free da €50.000 per sostenere lo sviluppo e la crescita della propria soluzione.
€ 50,000
La startup vincitrice riceverà un grant equity-free da €50.000 per sostenere lo sviluppo e la crescita della propria soluzione.
PoC budget
02
Collaboration budget
€ 25,000
Flutter SEA may allocate up to EUR 25,000 in total to Proofs of Concept, pilot projects or other collaborations with startups selected for their alignment with the Group’s strategic priorities.
Mentorship
03
Expert support
Selected startups may access mentorship sessions and office hours with Flutter professionals, Program Partners and innovation ecosystem experts, based on the startup’s needs and mentor availability.
Exposure
04
Flutter Group Exposure
Participating startups may gain visibility among innovation teams, business units and corporate functions across Flutter brands and partners network, creating opportunities for engagement and potential collaboration at international level.
50,000
01
€50,000 equity-free grant
La startup vincitrice riceverà un grant equity-free da €50.000 per sostenere lo sviluppo e la crescita della propria soluzione.
€50,000
La startup vincitrice riceverà un grant equity-free da €50.000 per sostenere lo sviluppo e la crescita della propria soluzione.
PoC budget
02
Collaboration budget
€25,000
Flutter SEA may allocate up to EUR 25,000 in total to Proofs of Concept, pilot projects or other collaborations with startups selected for their alignment with the Group’s strategic priorities.
Mentorship
03
Expert support
Selected startups may access mentorship sessions and office hours with Flutter professionals, Program Partners and innovation ecosystem experts, based on the startup’s needs and mentor availability.
Exposure
04
Flutter Group Exposure
Participating startups may gain visibility among innovation teams, business units and corporate functions across Flutter brands and partners network, creating opportunities for engagement and potential collaboration at international level.
Focus areas
B2B Technologies that improve organizational productivity, processes, governance and decision-making.
sports Solutions that innovate retail networks, services and customer experiences across physical channels.
Sustainability Solutions that enable responsible growth and generate measurable positive impact.
Sports & Entertainment Technologies that transform how sports, content and experiences are created, distributed and enjoyed.
B2B Technologies that improve organizational productivity, processes, governance and decision-making.
sports Solutions that innovate retail networks, services and customer experiences across physical channels.
Sustainability Solutions that enable responsible growth and generate measurable positive impact.
Sports & Entertainment Technologies that transform how sports, content and experiences are created, distributed and enjoyed.
Eligibility

Application open 09/01/2026 Register on the platform, complete your startup profile and submit your application.

How to apply
1
Create your profile Register on the GoBeyond platform and select Founder as your profile type.
2
Connect your startup Connect your profile to a company registered as a Startup and complete all required company information.
3
Complete the form Tell us about your product, market, business model, traction, team and a potential use case for Flutter.
4
Upload your materials Attach your pitch deck and the other required documents.
5
Submit your application Submit your application before October 25th.
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Regulation
Regolamento (ITA) Everything you need to know before applying.
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FAQ
Is there an application fee?
There are no fees to join the programme.
Who can apply?
Only startups legally incorporated in Italy are eligible to apply.
Will all startups receive mentorship?
Around 6–8 hours per week, including sessions, assignments, and validation work.
What happens after selection?
No. You may edit it while it is saved as a draft, but not after final submission.
If my startup is incorporated abroad, can I participate in the program?
Yes, companies incorporated abroad can participate, provided they have a permanent establishment in Italy. The application must be made by the legal representative of the company.
Can the pitch be in English or does it have to be in Italian?
The pitch deck can be submitted in either Italian or English, at the participants' discretion.
Evaluation bodies
Applications are assessed by three distinct bodies, each playing a specific role throughout the selection process.

GoBeyond Committee

Monica Canale, Real Estate & Workspace

Valeria Carbone, Product Innovation

Katia Colucci, Innovation Strategy

Tiziana Gentile, Innovation Strategy

Danilo Angelelli, Innovation Strategy

Fabio Ventoruzzo, Communications

Alberto Torcoletti, IT Strategy

Davide Orfanelli, Innovation Strategy

Alessia Silvestro, Sustainability

Riccardo Bartola, Marketing SNAI

Enrico Rusi, Managing Director PokerStars

Marco Tiso, Managing Director Sisal

Partners Committee

Roberta Croce, Alkemy

Chiara Brughera, SheTech

Federico Rastelli, Mamacrowd

Andrea Frignani, Chiomenti

Paolo Landoni, SIT / SIM, Politecnico di Torino

Federica Danioni, Angels4Women

Valentina Giorgio, NTT DATA

Omar Bertoni, LifeGate Way

William Griffini, Carter & Benson / Fondazione C

Carlotta Bedocchi, Startup Geeks

Giovanni Benassi, Google

Radiosa Romani, Zest Innovation

Marco Riva, Fondazione Giacomo Brodolini

Final Jury

Roberto Di Fonzo, CEO, Flutter SEA

Annamaria Tartaglia, Founder, The BrandSitter & Board Member, Angels4Women

Massimo Ingrassia, Chief Operating & Distribution Officer, Flutter SEA

Camilla Folladori, Chief Strategy Officer, Flutter SEA

Maria Isabella Leone, LUISS Professor & Head of MBA Programs

Sergio Amati, General Manager, IAB Italia

Davide Dattoli, CEO, Talent Garden

Cristian Fracassi, CEO, Isinnova

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