Francesca Cavallo

Who Is Francesca Cavallo?

Francesca Cavallo is an Italian writer, entrepreneur, and activist globally recognized for her work in female empowerment and the promotion of diversity. She is the co-author of the bestselling Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls series, which broke crowdfunding records and has been translated into over 47 languages. As an entrepreneur, she has led innovative projects, such as launching the first children’s magazine for iPads through Timbuktu Labs. Francesca is an influential figure who uses her creativity to inspire millions to embrace diversity and gender equality, always working with a disruptive and change-oriented approach.

What is her Background?

Francesca Cavallo’s career began in theater, where she directed a theater company. In 2011, she co-founded Timbuktu Labs with Elena Favilli, launching Timbuktu Magazine, the first children’s magazine for iPads. Her innovative approach caught the attention of Silicon Valley investors, allowing the company to grow and relocate to Los Angeles.

In 2016, Francesca launched Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls, a collection of 100 stories about extraordinary women throughout history. The book was crowdfunded on Kickstarter, raising $675,000 in just 28 days, making it the most successful publishing project in Kickstarter history. With over 4 million copies sold, the book became a global phenomenon. In 2019, Francesca left Timbuktu Labs to found UNDERCATS, INC., a company focused on creating original content that promotes diversity and gender equality in families.