Beside Arts & Publishing S.r.l. is an independent creative company operating in the publishing sector, with extensive expertise in the production of illustrated books and the design of exhibitions and cultural experiences, ranging from traditional formats to interactive and multimedia projects. Beside operates across illustrated publishing, exhibitions and digital cultural projects, combining scientific accuracy, creativity and innovative storytelling to make culture more accessible and engaging through immediate, audience-centred experiences.
The €140,000 investment in Beside by Fondazione Social Venture Giordano Dell’Amore follows a broader entrepreneurial support and cultural innovation programme. The company took part in an acceleration and mentorship programme delivered as part of the second edition of InnovaCultura, an initiative promoted by Regione Lombardia, Fondazione Cariplo and Unioncamere Lombardia, with the support of Cariplo Factory and Fondazione Social Venture Giordano Dell’Amore. The programme aims to strengthen the capabilities of cultural institutions and heritage sites by fostering partnerships with companies operating in the cultural and creative industries.
The Foundation’s investment is part of a broader strategy to support organisations that combine economic sustainability with social impact, promoting innovative approaches to cultural access and participation through contemporary tools and languages. The resources provided by FSVGDA will enable Beside to consolidate its growth trajectory and accelerate the development of new projects dedicated to the enhancement of cultural heritage. In particular, the investment will support the strengthening of the company’s organisational structure, the expansion of its portfolio of products and services, and the experimentation with digital technologies applied to cultural engagement, with the aim of broadening audience participation and fostering increasingly accessible, inclusive and participatory cultural experiences.