
Nicoletta N.
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Search Fund Expert | CEO & Investor | Coached 30+ Searchers to Success
Studied at INSEAD
Works at MECAVIT S.r.l.
Successful clients at
Available Saturday at 5:00 PM UTC
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Nicoletta's Coaching Offerings
Boost your search fund journey
$2,36512h of coaching
Define Your Investment Thesis
Build a compelling roadmap that attracts investors and guides your search
$6125h of coaching
Build Your Investor Outreach Materials
Equip yourself with the tools to raise capital effectively
$6125h of coaching
Custom hourly · $219/hr
Get help with Deal Sourcing and Due Diligence.
Nicoletta’s Search Fund & ETA Qualifications
Experience level: Executive
60+ people coached for Search Fund & ETA
Nicoletta has helped clients get into these companies:
Welcome to my profile! With over two decades of experience in leadership roles across various industries, I bring a wealth of knowledge to aspiring search fund entrepreneurs. As a former Searcher, now CEO and Search Fund Investor, I have successfully navigated the complexities of acquiring and managing a company, backed by a group of Italian and international investors. My journey involved screening over 400 manufacturing companies and negotiating multiple deals, providing me with firsthand insights into the search fund process. I have coached 30+ searchers, helping them refine their strategies and achieve their entrepreneurial goals. If you're looking to embark on your search fund journey, let's connect and craft a tailored plan for your success!
Nicoletta can help with:
Deal Sourcing
Due Diligence
Nicoletta also coaches for Career Coaching and Business Operations & Strategy. View all.
Work Experience
Chief Executive Officer
MECAVIT S.r.l.
June 2024 - Present
Search Fund Investment
Novastone Capital Advisors
September 2022 - June 2024
I spent two years searching for the right family-owned SME, screening over 400 manufacturing companies across Italy. After negotiating 4 signed LOIs and experiencing one deal fall through at the 11th hour, I successfully acquired and now manage a company with the backing of a group of Italian and international investors.
Chief Service Officer
Datalogic
January 2017 - September 2022
I held full P&L responsibility for the Service Business Unit, overseeing service roadmap definition, go-to-market strategy, and service delivery. I managed a global team of over 200 staff, leading front office operations, technical and field support, service marketing, and advanced configuration across Datalogic’s four global industries: retail, manufacturing, transportation & logistics and health care.
Service Director
Datalogic
October 2014 - December 2016
Directed global Customer Service, Production Planning, and Inventory Management for the Industrial Automation Division. Successfully integrated operations and customer service functions post-M&A in EMEA and the US, improving cross-regional efficiency, streamlining processes, and enhancing service performance.
Director, Supply Chain
Culligan International
April 2014 - September 2014
Led Supply Chain activities in EMEA with focus on procurement and stock planning (42,000 SKUs). Drove an ERP upgrade and implemented a new S&OP process that improved service levels while halving slow-moving stock and obsolete reserves. Built and developed a local supplier base with risk assessment and vendor evaluation programs.
Operations Director
Culligan International
October 2011 - April 2014
Responsible for plant Production, Purchasing, Customer Service, Distribution, and HSEQ, serving 5 BUs (B2B & B2C) with distinct go-to-market models. Redefined distribution processes (locations, route planning, replenishment) and managed an extended supply chain of 400+ suppliers, including toll manufacturers, intercompany flows, and Far East partners.
Supply Chain Manager
Mondi Group
October 2008 - October 2011
Responsible for logistics and procurement, including production planning, distribution, purchasing, and warehouse management. Served as Group Lead Buyer for direct materials (paper) and Head of Market Support. Member of the Plant Board of Directors.
Education
INSEAD
Executive Education, Business Strategy and Financial Performance
2019 - 2019
University of Bologna
Industrial Engineer, Supply Chain, Plant Management , Economics, Engineering
1995 - 2000
Major in Industrial Engineering (Ingegneria Gestionale, vecchio ordinamento) . Score 100/100 . Duration : 5 years , no delays . Awarded two merit based scholarships for studying abroad.
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Overall Rating
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Nicoletta has helped clients get into these companies:


