The presentation provides an overview of Milan's startup ecosystem, analyzing its key segments and actors. It identifies 23 segments that comprise the ecosystem, such as entrepreneurs, investors, incubators, and universities. Two segments - incubators/accelerators and investors - are examined in depth. Interviews with 22 experts reveal strengths and challenges of the ecosystem. Specifically, 22 main problems are identified, such as a lack of internationalization, talent attraction, and collaboration. Best practices from other cities are proposed as targeted solutions to each problem to strengthen Milan's startup scene.