So the value already built keeps generating impact
EthicFab supports SMEs through generational succession, connecting businesses, fractional managers and investment capital to guarantee continuity — not just a sale.
What EthicFab is
Every year, thousands of small and medium Italian businesses reach a turning point: an owner with no successor, a healthy company at risk of closing or being sold off cheaply, jobs and know-how at risk of disappearing. EthicFab is the platform that turns this breaking point into an opportunity for continuity: it values the business, builds a tailored development plan, and connects it with the professionals and capital it needs to keep growing.
Valuation
We calculate the real value of the business using recognized methodologies.
Development Plan
We define the best continuity path: succession, buy-out or growth.
Matching
We connect the business with fractional managers and capital aligned to its goals.
Continuity
We support the business through the first 100 days and beyond, with governance and skills.
One model, three perspectives
EthicFab connects those who need continuity with those who have the skills and capital to guarantee it.
Businesses
Family SMEs with no clear successor, or owners who want to start an orderly generational transition without losing the value built over years of work.
- Free business valuation with recognized methods
- Tailored development and succession plan
- Access to grants, incentives and succession capital
- Matching with vetted managers and expertise
Searchers & Fractional Managers
Professionals who want to take over or lead an SME in transition — as searchers acquiring a company, or as fractional CFOs/COOs/CTOs supporting its management part-time.
- Curated deal flow of businesses looking for continuity
- Scoring and matching based on skills and experience
- Complementary professional teams ("PODs")
- Dedicated training and coaching paths
Funds & Investors
Investment funds, family offices and impact investors looking for a structured pipeline of succession deals, with managerial governance already in place.
- Vetted pipeline of SMEs with a defined development plan
- Managerial governance and fractional management in the first 100 days
- Measurable impact: job and local-economy continuity
- Alignment with public funds and programs such as PN RIC 2021–2027
EthicFab Forward
Training, work and opportunities for everyone
EthicFab Forward is a Social Promotion Association (APS) registered with RUNTS, the Italian national register of Third Sector organizations. Founded to break down barriers to entering the job market, it offers free, accessible professional training to everyone, with no age limits. A nonprofit arm, distinct from the EthicFab platform, dedicated to people looking for a new professional opportunity.
Mission
Promote professional training and labor inclusion, giving everyone the opportunity to develop digital and managerial skills with no barriers of age or background.
Vision
A future where every person can fulfil their professional potential, in a fair, inclusive and sustainable labor market.
Values
Inclusion, meritocracy, transparency and social innovation. We believe talent is the engine of change.
Our Services
Upskilling & Reskilling
Professional courses on digital and managerial skills, with recognized certifications.
Recruiting & Selection
Support in sourcing qualified talent, career coaching and interview preparation.
Let's talk
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