Opportunities & Events

Stay up to date with programs, calls, and moments that bring the Portuguese startup ecosystem together. From funding opportunities to workshops and conferences, this is where you’ll find everything happening across the ecosystem — and how you can take part.

OPPORTUNITY RADAR

 

JUNITEC | APOLLO ACCELERATION PROGRAM | waitlist available

This acceleration program is looking for tech-driven projects from university students who want to validate ideas, develop prototypes, and work with mentors from industry. The program offers support in engineering, design, and business development to help turn early concepts into real solutions.

 

FOUNDERS FOUNDERS | BIG BANG BADA BOOM | 20 March

Founders Founders is accepting applications for its scale-up program, offering peer mentorship, hands-on training, and access to a founder-led community built to help startups tackle growth challenges and scale internationally.

 

SICE – SME INTERNATIONALIZATION | 31 March

This call for proposals under COMPETE 2030 supports individual SMEs’ internationalization efforts—from market prospecting and export marketing to digital presence and brand creation. The new call for proposals aims to strengthen Portugal’s export capacity and help SMEs integrate into global value chains.

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EVENTS FOR YOUR AGENDA!

 

WOMAN SUMMIT | 6-8 March

A three-day empowering event focused on women-driven entrepreneurship and the growing role of the female economy. The Woman Summit brings together founders, investors, and voices shaping the future of inclusive business. Use the code PARTNER20 for 20% discount!

BUILDING THE FUTURE | 12-13 March

Building the Future returns with two days of talks, workshops, and networking focused on innovation, sustainability, and resilience across industries. Join founders, investors, corporates, and ecosystem builders in Porto to explore how technology and people shape tomorrow’s world.

IMPACT MANAGEMENT COURSE – 4th edition | 4 March-22 April

IRIS – Regional Incubator for Social Innovation is hosting the 4th edition of its Impact Management Course, focused on practical tools to measure, manage, and strengthen the impact of projects and organizations. Ideal for social entrepreneurs and professionals looking to improve the effectiveness of their initiatives.

MONEY TALKS | 11-12 April

Money Talks brings together experts, entrepreneurs, and investors for two days focused on financial literacy, investment, and wealth-building strategies. Secure your spot with the special code STARTUPPORTUGAL.

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