Just have an idea or a business already started but don’t know how to grow?
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STARTUP NOW
For over 12 years, I have been turning ideas into scalable,profitable and fundable businesses
+ 8000 HOURS
OF SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
+ 200 STARTUP
FOLLOWED
BUSINESS MODEL
Not sure how to design an innovative and profitable Business Model?
Forget the Business Model Canvas and old outdated models!
With innovative management techniques and my proprietary methodology tested on over 200 startups, together we will create a unique and sustainable Business Model ready to dominate the market.
STRATEGIC PRESENTATION
Not sure how to create a Pitch Deck or Business Plan that will resonate with investors?
Forget old schemes and ineffective templates!
With my years of experience and state-of-the-art presentation techniques, we will create together a strategic presentation that will capture investors’ interest and ensure your startup’s success.
FUNDING STRATEGY
Not sure how to navigate the complex world of Business Angels, Venture Capital or Banks?
With my funding strategy and network of contacts with leading Business Angels, Venture Capital and Lending Institutions associations, I will guide you step by step to the funding you deserve.
Do you feel stuck with your project and efforts are not bringing concrete results?
B-PLANNOW IS THE SOLUTION
12 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
I have over 12 years of experience in the startup industry; I have successfully mentored over 200 startups and have over 8,000 hours of customized and on-the-ground consulting
DEDICATED CONSULTING
I don’t do massive consulting: I only work with a limited number of startups to ensure maximum attention and quality
DIRECT MANAGEMENT
I do not use interns: each consultation is handled directly by me to offer you an exclusive and highly specialized service
1 TO 1 CONSULTING
I do not offer generic solutions or pre-packaged approaches, but one-on-one counseling for a minimum of 40 hours
INNOVATIVE METHODS
I use innovative management techniques and proprietary methodologies tested on more than 200 clients
PREDICTIVE MARKETING
I perform predictive analysis of marketing channels (SEO, Google Ads, Social Media)
GROWTH HACKING
I apply Growth Hacking strategies to validate your Business Model and accelerate growth
CONVERSION STRATEGIES
I apply the best conversion strategies (Customer journey, landing page, automated DEM, KPI analysis, etc.)
FUNDING STRATEGIES
I study and devise the best funding strategy for Business Angels, Venture Capital and debt capital
12 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
I have over 12 years of experience in the startup industry; I have successfully mentored over 200 startups and have over 8,000 hours of customized and on-the-ground consulting
DEDICATED CONSULTING
I don’t do massive consulting: I only work with a limited number of startups to ensure maximum attention and quality
DIRECT MANAGEMENT
I do not use interns: each consultation is handled directly by me to offer you an exclusive and highly specialized service
1 TO 1 CONSULTING
I do not offer generic solutions or pre-packaged approaches, but one-on-one counseling for a minimum of 40 hours
INNOVATIVE METHODS
I use innovative management techniques and proprietary methodologies tested on more than 200 clients
PREDICTIVE MARKETING
I perform predictive analysis of marketing channels (SEO, Google Ads, Social Media)
GROWTH HACKING
I apply Growth Hacking strategies to validate your Business Model and accelerate growth
CONVERSION STRATEGIES
I apply the best conversion strategies (Customer journey, landing page, automated DEM, KPI analysis, etc.)
FUNDING STRATEGIES
I study and devise the best funding strategy for Business Angels, Venture Capital and debt capital
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NO NEED TO BELIEVE ME, IT IS ENOUGH TO READ THE WORDS OF MY CLIENTS
- Effective Business Plan
- Tailored Business Model
When we decided to launch our e-commerce site, we were enthusiastic but also very confused. We had lots of ideas but few certainties. Nicola was the anchor we needed. He helped us transform a project that was still “on paper” into a concrete, detailed, tailor-made business model. We analyzed everything, without compromise: potential, risks, mistakes to avoid. Every step was thought through together, with clarity and strategic vision. The real difference? Today we know exactly where we are going and why. And that awareness is priceless. If anyone wants to start an e-commerce business with a solid foundation and without improvising, Nicola is the right person.
- Tailored Business Model
Before meeting Nicola Zanetti, we were in real trouble: fragmented social media communication, no clear strategy, and disappointing results despite our investments.
Working with Nicola and Bplan Now has definitely changed the situation.
With expertise, strategic vision, and the ability to translate business objectives into concrete digital communication actions, Nicola thoroughly analyzed our positioning and built a tailor-made strategy.
What is striking is his ability to combine data analysis and creativity, always with a results-oriented approach. He is helpful, precise, and always up to date on the latest industry trends.
Highly recommended for those looking for a serious and knowledgeable professional to grow their digital presence.
Thank you, Nicola!!!
- Tailored Business Model
I met Nicola at a time when my focus was on generating new leads.
Thanks to him, I understood that before we could generate leads, we needed to get to the root of why we weren’t generating leads.
This led us to thoroughly review our business model and move towards meeting the needs of the market.
Nicola took us by the hand and guided us through a complex process during which, without him, we would have gotten lost time and time again.
He helped us analyze our market, competitors, model, and future developments with impressive clarity.
The end result was a roadmap that guides us step by step, showing us the actions we need to take to consolidate our position as market leaders, communicate what we do and how we do it in a way that goes straight to the heart of our audience, and achieve the result we set out to achieve: generating leads consistently and organically.
I recommend Nicola to anyone who has a business and wants to scale it in a reliable and predictable way, bringing it to leadership in its market without making mistakes that can cost thousands of dollars (e.g., marketing experiments) and, above all, consolidating important results in a short time.
There are, then, people who are part of a network of consultants who work permanently with me, to give that continuity of operational service that a single professional, however vertical, cannot offer; consultants who specialize in:
- Naming
- Brand identity
- Copywriting
- Video Editing
- UX/UI
- Programming
- Apps
- SEO
- Social
- Ads
- Marketing Automation
- DEM
- CRO
- E-commerce
- Trademarks and Patents
- Tax issues
- Call for tenders
- Subsidized finance
I DON’T FOLLOW ALL STARTUPS
I don’t believe in consultants who claim to know how to do everything;
I focus exclusively on following startups in industries:
DIGITAL
- Fight invisibility online: build a winning digital strategy that puts you front and center.
- Stop before wasting budget on ineffective marketing: optimize your campaigns with hard data and precise analytics.
- Avoid the risk of an inefficient sales funnel: refine every step of the customer journey with cutting-edge tools and strategies.
- Don't let your customers bounce: improve the user experience to increase conversions.
- End traffic stagnation: leverage advanced SEO techniques and content marketing strategies to scale sustainably.
Tech
- Don't waste time with vague ideas: refine your technology product with a tested and scalable Business Model.
- Avoid MVP failure: quickly validate the market with my practical, data-driven approach.
- Fight customer inertia: define a compelling value proposition that captures the right target audience.
- Save on costly and ineffective developments: plan each development phase with precise and adaptable roadmaps.
- Abandon strategic confusion: build a clear vision and sustainable growth strategy for your tech product.
SAAS
- Stop burning money to acquire customers: optimize your Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC) with targeted marketing strategies.
- Escape the churn rate trap: retain your customers with personalized experiences and valuable services.
- Maximize subscription revenue: implement pricing and upselling strategies to scale recurring revenue.
- Forget stagnant sales: transform your conversion funnel with data-driven SaaS solutions.
- Don't let competitors get ahead of you: stay ahead of the curve with ongoing innovations and strategic updates.
E-commerce
- Stop before you lose customers in checkout: optimize the purchase path to reduce cart abandonment.
- Don't get crushed by competitors: differentiate yourself with unique branding strategies and value propositions.
- Don't navigate in the dark without market analysis: leverage data to quickly adapt your offering and grow.
- Escape the “stagnant sales” syndrome: redesign your approach to digital marketing to increase revenue.
- Reduce customer acquisition costs: use effective remarketing strategies and personalization to retain customers.
Industrial
- Escape outdated processes: let's innovate together with automation and digitization solutions.
- Avoid out-of-control production costs: optimize operations with lean strategies and advanced technology.
- Don't lose ground to global competitors: create a competitive advantage with innovation and sustainable growth.
- Eliminate inefficient production flows: implement smart technologies to improve productivity and quality.
- Leverage data for strategic decisions: use data analysis to improve resource management and reduce costs.
Lifestyle
- Stop chasing trends without strategy: create products that align with consumers' real needs.
- Avoid low customer loyalty: build a loyal community around your lifestyle brand.
- Don't lose visibility in the crowded wellness market: stand out with clear and engaging communication.
- Don't underestimate the importance of emotional branding: let's create a brand together that truly resonates with your audience.
- Avoid seasonal sales stagnation: adopt a diversified product strategy to ensure continued growth.
Digital
- Fight invisibility online: build a winning digital strategy that puts you front and center.
- Stop before wasting budget on ineffective marketing: optimize your campaigns with hard data and precise analytics.
- Avoid the risk of an inefficient sales funnel: refine every step of the customer journey with cutting-edge tools and strategies.
- Don't let your customers bounce: improve the user experience to increase conversions.
- End traffic stagnation: leverage advanced SEO techniques and content marketing strategies to scale sustainably.
Tech
- Don't waste time with vague ideas: refine your technology product with a tested and scalable Business Model.
- Avoid MVP failure: quickly validate the market with my practical, data-driven approach.
- Fight customer inertia: define a compelling value proposition that captures the right target audience.
- Save on costly and ineffective developments: plan each development phase with precise and adaptable roadmaps.
- Abandon strategic confusion: build a clear vision and sustainable growth strategy for your tech product.
SAAS
- Stop burning money to acquire customers: optimize your Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC) with targeted marketing strategies.
- Escape the churn rate trap: retain your customers with personalized experiences and valuable services.
- Maximize subscription revenue: implement pricing and upselling strategies to scale recurring revenue.
- Forget stagnant sales: transform your conversion funnel with data-driven SaaS solutions.
- Don't let competitors get ahead of you: stay ahead of the curve with ongoing innovations and strategic updates.
E-commerce
- Stop before you lose customers in checkout: optimize the purchase path to reduce cart abandonment.
- Don't get crushed by competitors: differentiate yourself with unique branding strategies and value propositions.
- Don't navigate in the dark without market analysis: leverage data to quickly adapt your offering and grow.
- Escape the “stagnant sales” syndrome: redesign your approach to digital marketing to increase revenue.
- Reduce customer acquisition costs: use effective remarketing strategies and personalization to retain customers.
Industrial
- Escape outdated processes: let's innovate together with automation and digitization solutions.
- Avoid out-of-control production costs: optimize operations with lean strategies and advanced technology.
- Don't lose ground to global competitors: create a competitive advantage with innovation and sustainable growth.
- Eliminate inefficient production flows: implement smart technologies to improve productivity and quality.
- Leverage data for strategic decisions: use data analysis to improve resource management and reduce costs.
Lifestyle
- Stop chasing trends without strategy: create products that align with consumers' real needs.
- Avoid low customer loyalty: build a loyal community around your lifestyle brand.
- Don't lose visibility in the crowded wellness market: stand out with clear and engaging communication.
- Don't underestimate the importance of emotional branding: let's create a brand together that truly resonates with your audience.
- Avoid seasonal sales stagnation: adopt a diversified product strategy to ensure continued growth.
*except for supply for equity
If you are really interested in scaling your startup I recommend that you contact me now to avoid waiting.
HOW MUCH DOES B-PLANNOW COST?
I have been involved in startups for over 12 years.
TAILORED
BUSINESS MODEL
- Tailored strategy: Build a unique, scalable Business Model aligned with your vision.
- Direct, personalized consulting: 40 hours of intensive, side-by-side support with an expert to design your growth.
- Operational Action Plan: Receive a detailed action plan and comprehensive blueprint on Miro.com to guide every decision.
- Marketing Process Optimization: Customer Journey, DEM automation, strategic KPIs, and predictive analysis of digital channels.
WINNING
PITCH DECK
- TAILORED BUSINESS MODEL
- Compelling presentation: Capture investors' attention with a professional and strategic Pitch Deck.
- Powerful Persuasion Tool: Perfect synthesis of data, strategies, and vision to convince investors and partners.
- Comprehensive Preparation: Prepare thoroughly with a strategic Pitch Deck that enhances your project and your team.
- AS A GIFT FOR YOU
- “Startup Fundamentals” book
- “Continuous Growth” package
EFFECTIVE
BUSINESS PLAN
- TAILORED BUSINESS MODEL
- Detailed and visionary planning: A 200+ page document that guides your company to success.
- Deep analysis and concrete outlook: Comprehensive coverage of every business, financial and market aspect to plan every move.
- Essential tool for investors and management: Attract capital and guide your growth with a structured and professional plan.
- AS A GIFT FOR YOU
- “Startup Fundamentals” book
- “Continuous Growth” package
“STARTUP FUNDAMENTALS” Book
Startup Fundamentals is the essential guide to turning an idea into a successful business by tackling startup challenges with proven strategies. Learn about the ScaleUp Method and practical tools for every stage of the entrepreneurial journey, from idea validation to funding.
The 20-hour annual “Continuous Growth” package provides ongoing strategic support to adapt your Business Model, experiment with new growth strategies, and keep your company competitive and innovative over time.
12 years with Business Angels, Venture Capital and Banks teach: without a solid Business Model, Pitch Deck and Business Plan don’t work!
In order to get results, you have to give it your all, so you need to devote the right amount of time, study and attention.That is why I only accept 3 new clients each month.
During some periods a small waiting list may form, making me unsuitable for those in a hurry. If you want to get ahead, I recommend scheduling the free consultation call now.
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OTHER FEEDBACK
FROM MY CUSTOMERS
- Effective Business Plan
- Tailored Business Model
Starting a new project is exciting, but also full of doubts! When we started working on our e-commerce site, I felt the need for someone to really guide us. Nicola was much more than a consultant! With great attention and humanity, he accompanied us in building a clear, detailed, and realistic business model. We analyzed every aspect of the project, even the most uncomfortable ones, and this gave me confidence. He didn’t just show us the way: he helped us understand how to follow it. Today, I feel more aware, more prepared, and much more confident in the future of our project. That’s why I recommend him wholeheartedly!
- Tailored Business Model
I can say with certainty that Nicola is a professional in his field. The company I work with had shortcomings in the area of digital marketing. He resolved the obvious gaps. His advice was excellent in every respect. Very knowledgeable. Five stars well deserved. I highly recommend him and will be sure to do so among my acquaintances.
- Strategic Funding Plan
- Winning Pitch Deck
- Tailored Business Model
Nicola is an expert in startup marketing and acceleration. Able to develop innovative and results-oriented strategies. He stands out for his personalized approach, deep industry knowledge, and attention to detail. Collaborating with him has been effective and inspiring, thanks to his helpfulness and strategic vision. Recommended for those seeking concrete results in startup marketing.
GUIDES
Read specialized guides and delve into each service I offer to take your startup to the next level. From designing a Business Model, to creating a Pitch Deck, to a Business Plan and Funding Plan. Each guide is designed to give you a thorough and practical understanding of how to use my services to maximize your growth potential and attract investors.
Start your journey with me and discover how to transform your vision
Business Model
Read my guide to creating, distributing, and capturing value with a strategic Business Model
Elevator Pitch & Pitch Deck
Read my guide to creating a persuasive, short and impactful Elevator Pitch and Pitch Deck
Business Plan
Read my guide to creating an effective Business Plan, essential for growth and success
Funding Plan
Read my guide to creating an effective Funding Plan and finding the right funding for startups
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STARTUP FUNDAMENTALS
- Face your fears and overcome failure
- Learn the ScaleUp Method for growing your startup
- Practical tools for market analysis and strategy
- Comprehensive guide to funding your business
- A travel companion to the startup world
Nicola Zanetti
I am Nicola Zanetti, founder of B-PlanNow and a pioneer in business acceleration and entrepreneurial innovation.
My career is a journey full of entrepreneurial adventures, taking me from Italy, to China, Egypt and Switzerland, enriching my global vision.
I lead a startup accelerator with a personalized and collaborative approach, dedicating myself to stimulating exponential growth in startups. I offer tailored consulting, access to funding and comprehensive support in their development. As a Mentor, Angel investor and author of the bestselling “Startup Fundamentals,” I am committed to inspiring future generations of entrepreneurs.
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