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Fabrizio "Fabrice" Testa | |
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Born | 1968 |
Nationality | Belgian-Italian |
Occupation(s) | Entrepreneur, Investor, Author, Mentor, Public Speaker |
Known for | CRAZY Method™, Super-Entrepreneurship, NewSpace Industry Innovations |
Fabrizio "Fabrice" Testa (born 1968) is a Belgian-Italian entrepreneur, investor, author, and public speaker, recognized for his contributions to the NewSpace and deep tech industries. He is the co-founder of companies such as Maana Electric and Atmos Space Cargo, and the creator of the CRAZY Method™, a framework for entrepreneurial success.
Early Life and Education
[edit]Testa was born in 1968 in Belgium to Benito Testa, a steelworker and amateur painter, and Berthe Breulet, an office clerk. His entrepreneurial mindset was influenced by his grandfather, a successful Sicilian merchant.
He graduated as an aerospace engineer from the University of Liège in 1991 and completed his military service as an officer in the Belgian Air Force. He later earned a business management degree from the Solvay Brussels School of Economics and Management.
Testa pursued additional education through executive programs at leading institutions, including:
- MIT Sloan School of Management – Strategy and Innovation
- Berkeley Haas School of Business – Venture Capital
- International Space University
- Harvard University
Career
[edit]Early Career and Entrepreneurship
[edit]Testa began his career in 1991, working in optomechanics for the space and astronomy industries. He later pioneered interactive touchscreen kiosks in McDonald's playgrounds, marking his early foray into entrepreneurship.
Digital Cinema Transformation
[edit]In 2005, Testa spearheaded a project to digitalize European cinemas, securing €150 million in investments and generating over €100 million in revenue.
NewSpace Ventures
[edit]In 2012, Testa founded a satellite services company in Luxembourg, which was acquired in 2015. He later co-founded:
- Maana Electric (2018) – Focused on sustainable solar panel production.
- Atmos Space Cargo (2023) – Aimed at space logistics and cargo transportation.
Investments and Mentorship
[edit]Since 2016, Testa has invested in numerous NewSpace, defense, and deep tech companies. His leadership roles include:
- Board Member, Luxembourg Business Angels Network
- Chair, EBAN Space Executive Committee
- Co-Chair, Luxembourg Space Tech Angels Network
- Senator, World Business Angels Investment Forum (WBAF)
- Secretary-General, WBAF Business School
Testa has judged startup competitions, such as:
- Copernicus Accelerator (European Commission)
- Innovators Under 35 Europe (MIT Technology Review)
- Challenging Minds (Minds and Tech)
He has also mentored through programs like Astropreneur, Fit4Start, and Cassini Accelerator.
CRAZY Method™ and Super-Entrepreneurship
[edit]In 2021, Testa published the Amazon best-seller Super-Entrepreneurship Decoded. The book introduced the CRAZY Method™, a framework for entrepreneurship, focusing on:
- C – Catapulting ambition
- R – Rock-solid planning
- A – Amazing solutions
- Z – Understanding the Zeitgeist
- Y – Fostering a Yamakasi mindset
This method has been widely adopted by entrepreneurs to develop breakthrough businesses and achieve their goals.
Media Features
[edit]Testa has been featured in publications like:
- Forbes
- Entrepreneur
- Business Insider
- Jack Canfield's Success TV
He is a sought-after public speaker, delivering talks on topics like entrepreneurship, innovation, and the NewSpace industry.
Personal Life
[edit]Testa enjoys exploring topics like philosophy, science, and the arts, reflecting his commitment to lifelong learning.
Publications
[edit]- Super-Entrepreneurship Decoded (2021)