About Us
Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Lugano, Switzerland, YOUSTART.ME Sagl has spent the last decade in building its reputation in the venture capital and investment banking sectors.
We leverage our deep industry knowledge and comprehensive service offerings to guide startups and established businesses in reaching their financial and strategic objectives.
Our initial services range from advisory support and management mentoring to preparing executive summaries and business plans designed to secure strategic funding and market entry.
We selectively invest in technology companies at various stages of growth, from seed to venture to expansion, across sectors such as AI, crypto, fintech, and aerospace, often building on relationships where we have previously provided mentoring and strategic guidance.
More importantly, we prioritize investing in talented individuals who are tackling complex scientific or engineering challenges. Our network embodies our dedication to supporting project growth, with our operating teams offering entrepreneurs access to comprehensive expertise and insights across all facets of company building. When these elements show strong potential for success, we typically follow up with a financial investment to drive further expansion.
At YOUSTART.ME, we aim to be involved from seed to venture to explosive growth, working with entrepreneurs and their companies at every stage, across every sector. Other firms invest in deals, we prefer to start
by investing in people.
We’ve distilled three decades of company-building experience into the YOUSTART.ME way to start, build, and scale enduring companies.
What is a Venture Capital Firm?
A venture capital (VC) firm is an investment company that provides funding to startups and small businesses with significant growth potential in exchange for equity or ownership stakes. These firms aim for substantial returns and often play an active role in influencing the strategic direction of the companies they invest in.
What is Investment Banking?
Investment banking is a sector of financial services dedicated to helping individuals, corporations, and governments raise capital, while also providing advisory services. It plays a crucial role in facilitating mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, and market-making activities.
About Us
- YOUSTART.ME Sagl was founded by Claudio P. Gianascio, a distinguished Swiss investor with over 40 years of experience in Swiss banking, capital markets, and trading.
- Claudio has a strong global track record of assisting companies in going public, primarily through reverse mergers in the US, Canada, and the UK.
Early in his career, Claudio worked at Union Bank of Switzerland in their stock market and capital market division, followed by roles at two US banks in Europe where he pioneered online bond and options market-making. - In the early 1990s, he founded his own financial company in Lugano, becoming a bridge between US, Canadian, and UK stock markets and leading private placements across Europe, particularly in Switzerland and Italy.
- By the late 1990s, Claudio established a broker-dealer in Century City, Los Angeles, positioning his company as a prominent market maker in the Nasdaq Small Cap market, now known as OTC Markets.
He simultaneously co-founded a private asset management firm that attracted top portfolio managers. During the early 2000s, Claudio enhanced his private equity capabilities by launching a UK-based advisory firm in London before relocating back to Lugano to found YOUSTART.ME Sagl. - Claudio is also actively involved in the real estate sector, focusing on high-value properties for affluent clients. More recently, as a member of the Swiss Crypto Valley Association, he has played a key role in the cryptocurrency market.
- The relocation of Tether to Lugano and the annual Plan B conferences have solidified the city’s status as a global crypto hub. Claudio has also embraced the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI), offering specialized AI services to local and international clients and actively participating in industry events.
We provide:
- Advisory and Mentoring Services: Tailored support for companies seeking to incorporate or relocate to Switzerland, especially those in high-growth sectors.
- Real Estate Advisory Services: Assistance with purchasing or renting office spaces or residential properties in Lugano for businesses and their management teams.
Partnering with YOUSTART.ME: Your Guide to Securing Funding with Expert Guidance.
To discuss how we can support your efforts in structuring your venture to attract investors, please reach out through our Contact Us section or send an email to info@youstart.me.
Why Choose Lugano?
Lugano has rapidly evolved into a vibrant hub for startups, supported by government-backed initiatives such as AGIRE and access to top-tier mentorship programs.
It’s also a hotspot for Artificial Intelligence innovation, driven by the Dalle Molle Foundation and SUPSI.
The city is home to Tether, the leading stablecoin provider, and hosts the annual Plan B conference, attracting blockchain and cryptocurrency enthusiasts from around the globe.
The widespread acceptance of the LUGA coin among local merchants reinforces Lugano’s reputation as a blockchain-friendly destination.
At YOUSTART.ME, we leverage the unique ecosystem of Lugano and our unparalleled expertise to empower your business journey.
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