Above & Beyond Hangouts
Community Ecossistema For Investors For startups Ecosystem Entrepreneurs
Hosted by Startup Portugal every last Wednesday of the month, at Ferroviário (Lisboa), UPTEC Baixa (Porto), and online (via Zoom), this Hangout for the entrepreneurial community aims to gather all ecosystem players to discuss the community’s challenges.
Stay tuned for the next edition!
On the last Wednesday of each month, join our Hangouts in:
Lisboa: Ferroviário (Rua de Santa Apolónia 59, 1100-468 Lisboa)
Porto: UPTEC Baixa (Praça do Cel. Pacheco 2, 4050-453 Porto)
and online (via Zoom)!
Register now!Lisboa: Ferroviário (Rua de Santa Apolónia 59, 1100-468 Lisboa)
Porto: UPTEC Baixa (Praça do Cel. Pacheco 2, 4050-453 Porto)
and online (via Zoom)!
NEXT EVENT
Hangout #44 | Engaging with the Public Sector
The conversation will focus on how to approach public entities, what frameworks already exist, and how collaboration can contribute to the growth of startups and the innovation capacity of the wider ecosystem.
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PITCH, PLEASE!
🚀 Do you want to pitch your startup in our Warm-Up Pitch sessions, taking place in the upcoming editions of our Above & Beyond Hangouts in 2025?
PAST EVENTS
Hangout #42 | Let's Talk DEFENCE TECH
We’ll hear from those leading the way, including perspectives from industry, policy, and investment. What are the opportunities? What are the risks? And how can startups position themselves in a sector that’s increasingly strategic for Europe? Join us to unpack the challenges and the potential of building in DEFENCE TECH.
Watch now!Hangout #42 | Summer PITCH!
30 July
Sun’s out, pitches up! Summer PITCH! is back, bringing together ambitious founders and sharp investors for an afternoon of fast pitches, friendly feedback, and good summer vibes.
Watch now!Sun’s out, pitches up! Summer PITCH! is back, bringing together ambitious founders and sharp investors for an afternoon of fast pitches, friendly feedback, and good summer vibes.
Hangout #41 | One Year of AI ACT
June 25
The AI Act is no longer just a headline — it’s becoming a reality for European startups. But how much has actually changed on the ground? In this Hangout, we bring together perspectives from investors, legal experts, and startups to reflect on how the AI Act is shaping innovation, compliance, and go-to-market strategies.
Watch it now!The AI Act is no longer just a headline — it’s becoming a reality for European startups. But how much has actually changed on the ground? In this Hangout, we bring together perspectives from investors, legal experts, and startups to reflect on how the AI Act is shaping innovation, compliance, and go-to-market strategies.
Hangout #40 | SOCIAL INNOVATION
May 28
From community-led initiatives to scalable impact-driven ventures, social innovation is reshaping how we approach challenges across sectors. In this Hangout, we’ll explore how startups, incubators, and ecosystem players are embedding social value into business models—without compromising on sustainability or growth.
Watch it now!From community-led initiatives to scalable impact-driven ventures, social innovation is reshaping how we approach challenges across sectors. In this Hangout, we’ll explore how startups, incubators, and ecosystem players are embedding social value into business models—without compromising on sustainability or growth.
Hangout #39 | SIM Conference: The Investors Side
April 30
With SIM Conference 2025 approaching, what can founders and investors expect from this year’s edition? This month’s Hangout takes a closer look at the investment-focused experiences at SIM, from curated deal flow sessions to insights from international investors.
Watch it now!With SIM Conference 2025 approaching, what can founders and investors expect from this year’s edition? This month’s Hangout takes a closer look at the investment-focused experiences at SIM, from curated deal flow sessions to insights from international investors.
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