Upcoming Events

Leading Your Organization in the Transformation Age with Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez and Dave Lievens

This 2nd edition aims to continue the momentum of deepening bilateral relations between Portugal and France in the defence industry.

Join our first coworking day of the year! We’re starting with a community lunch, the perfect way to settle in, meet new faces, and share a meal before diving into the day.

How to Raise Your Friends & Family Round — with Canopy Capital (SEIS Fund) Live on YouTube + Interactive Q&A Raising your first investment round can feel like…

✨ We’re starting a new year — and a new way of doing networking at DMK Tribe. We want every gathering to feel more intentional, more human, and filled with the kind of

This 2nd edition aims to continue the momentum of deepening bilateral relations between Portugal and France in the defence industry.

[REGISTER FREE HERE](https://events.ironhack.com/r/Hiring-Shift-skills2026) ## Step inside the recruiting world of 2026 In this 1-day, high-energy experi

Masterclass "Estratégia é Revolução. Tudo o resto são táticas"

## Step inside the recruiting world of 2026 In this 1-day, high-energy experience, you’ll discover how AI, skills-based hiring, and human-centered capabilities are rewriting the rules of getting hired.

Join us for a focused evening featuring two talks on Sustainable AI and Responsible Automation. We’ll explore how AI can drive operational efficiency w

Join us for an Apache Kafka® meetup on Wednesday, January 22nd from 6:00pm in Lisbon hosted by Marionete! 📍Venue: Marionete Praça Duque de Sa

PT | Este Demo Day marca o momento final do Scale Up Now, um programa da Startup Portugal focado na internacionalização e acesso ao mercado dos Estados Unidos, reunindo o ecossistema português para um momento de pitch, partilha e networking. O evento inclui 12 pitches das startups portuguesas mais bem preparadas para suceder nos Estados Unidos, uma keynote talk e o anúncio das 5 startups portuguesas que terão acesso gratuito ao programa de soft-landing GOAL oferecido e organizado pela Plug and Play em São Francisco já em 2026. Aberto a fundadores, investidores, incubadoras, parceiros do ecossistema e a todos os interessados em tecnologia e empreendedorismo digital. EN | This Demo Day marks the closing moment of Scale Up Now, a Startup Portugal program focused on internationalization and access to the US market, bringing the Portuguese ecosystem together for a focused moment of pitching, sharing, and networking. The event includes 12 pitches from Portuguese startups best prepared to succeed in the United States, a keynote talk, and the announcement of the five Portuguese startups that will have free access to the GOAL soft-landing program offered and organized by Plug and Play in San Francisco in 2026. Open to founders, investors, ecosystem players, and everyone interested in technology and digital entrepreneurship.

[REGISTER FOR FREE HERE!](https://events.ironhack.com/r/AI-Skills-define2026) ## Forget school. Learn the future. This 1h30 interactive experience gives

Scaling a startup isn’t just about headcount — it’s about keeping pace as knowledge, decisions, and processes multiply. Ambitious startups are taking a fundamentally different approach by embedding AI agents directly into their workflows. Rather than simply organising information, these agents actively manage work: capturing meeting notes, answering questions in context, updating documentation, and completing tasks end to end. The result is faster execution, better decision-making, and systems that improve as the company grows. We’ll explore what it really takes to move from scattered docs and ad-hoc processes to an intelligent, AI-powered way of working. We’ll look at how startups can capture context and decisions as work happens, how to decide when AI should take the lead versus when humans need to stay in the loop, and how to design workflows that scale without adding friction or admin overhead. You’ll come away with practical frameworks and real examples you can apply immediately — whether you’re a founder, operator, or team lead navigating the next stage of growth.

Pitch Day is the climax of the last edition of the School of Startups. It showcases new projects, new ideas and the best innovations that have emerged fro

Um espaço para partilhar, cocriar e unir a Comunidade de Liderança Social.

Pitch Day is the climax of the last edition of the School of Startups. It showcases new projects, new ideas and the best innovations that have emerged from the 13th edition of UPTEC's acceleration programme. The School of Startups has supported almost 800 entrepreneurs and more than 290 business projects, creating 80 new companies. Book your spot!

Ferroviário (Rua de Santa Apolónia 59, 1100-468 Lisboa) + UPTEC Baixa (Praça do Cel. Pacheco 2, 4050-453 Porto) + ONLINE (via Zoom) Expanding to international markets is an exciting step, but also a complex one. From choosing the right market to building local connections and making the most of global tech events, going global requires preparation, focus, and the right support. In this Hangout, we’ll dive into BUSINESS ABROAD, Startup Portugal’s internationalization program, and explore how it supports startups at different stages of their global journey. Expect practical insights on what it takes to prepare for international expansion, how to approach key markets, and how founders can turn global opportunities into real business outcomes. A conversation for startups ready to take their next steps beyond borders.

Please Note: This event is advertised on multiple platforms. Please RSVP and get a ticket on Mindstone (https://community.mindstone.com/events/mindstone-li

Every January, millions of founders set ambitious goals for their startups and themselves. But by February, the energy of the new year is usually swallowed by the messy founder’s life: firefighting unexpected crises, constant decision-making, etc.. Most of us end up drifting back into old survival patterns, quietly telling ourselves “we’ll really fix it next year."

⚠️ Get your official tickets [here](https://www.startupgrind.com/events/details/startup-grind-lisbon-presents-shaping-your-2026/) We all start J

Before our two Opening Talks, we invite you to fill out this short form. Your input helps us tailor the sessions to your needs and create

🚀 Ready to Launch Your Startup Journey? Join us for an exclusive evening where innovation meets inspiration! Discover how to build and scale a successful startup with insights from Bernardo Seixas (Granter) and Ricardo Carvalho (Bloq.it). Then, get inspired by the future of Portuguese entrepreneurship at the Founder Institute Portugal 2025 Demo Day, showcasing pitches from the latest cohort. We'll wrap up with a vibrant networking session — the perfect chance to connect with founders, mentors, and investors. 📍 Don't miss this opportunity to plug into the heart of Portugal's startup ecosystem!

Portugal’s tech ecosystem is entering a new phase: from early startups to founders building and scaling for the second (or third) time. Join us for a candid conversation with two ecosystem references: João Graça – co-founder of Unbabel, now unveiling the new AI startup he’s building - Soko.fyi Miguel Santo Amaro – multi-time founder, investor, and CEO at Coverflex, sharing what it takes to scale from Portugal to the world STARTUP PITCH SPOTLIGHT Bernardo Seixas of Granter.ai — Winner of Web Summit’s Startup Pitch Competition. Bernardo will pitch Granter.ai and share what the Web Summit experience was really like from the inside: the preparation, the pressure, and what happens after you win. We’ll talk about where Portugal is as an ecosystem, what changes when you’re a second-time founder, and the reality of going from startup to scaleup. Come to learn, ask questions, and connect with the community shaping Portugal’s next wave.

O Green Economy Fórum regressa para a sua 5.ª edição como um espaço de debate sobre a economia verde.

Técnico Innovation Summit 2026 brings together R&D units, spin-offs and industry partners to show how science becomes innovation with impact. Provisional agenda: 10:00 Opening Ceremony | Location: Mainstage Institutional Welcome. 10:00 - 17:00 Innovation Arena & Exhibitions | Parallel activities running in various spaces: 10:30 - 12:30 Round Tables: The Future of Innovation (Part I) | Location: Mainstage 11:30 - 13:00 Lab2Market @Técnico Launch Session 13:00 - 14:00 Keynote Session | Location: Mainstage Plenary session on the impact of science and innovation. 14:00 - 16:00 Round Tables: The Future of Innovation (Part II) | Location: Mainstage 16:00 - 16:30 Leading the Change – Remarks at TIS 2026 | Location: Mainstage 16:30 Técnico Spin-Off Community Meeting

🎟️ [Get Tickets on Lu.ma](https://luma.com/berlin-oct29) 🎟️ ☝️This is a donation based meet-up (€5 - €10), Luma ticket is required! Join our techn

No Feb 11, 2026 at IDEA Spaces — Gestão de Pessoas, Mudança e Inovação é uma sessão after‑work no IDEA Spaces para celebrar o lado caótico e brilhante de gerir pessoas em Startups vs Corporate. com Nuno Duarte, APG e 351 Startups a conduzirem uma tarde de pitches rápidos e conversa aberta sobre o futuro do trabalho. Agenda 17:00 – 17:15 · Welcome 17:15 – 17:30 · Abertura Boas‑vindas e enquadramento da APG e da 351, e contexto do tema. 17:30 – 18:10 · Startup Pitches HR Cinco startups apresentam soluções de HR, focados em problemas reais de talento, cultura e desenvolvimento de negócioStartups:Paynest Neuralshift Immersiv Studio WiseWorld ITRtech 18:15 – 18:50 · Mesa-Redonda: Gestão Pessoas, Mudança e Inovação Moderador: João RamosOradores:Gonçalo Parreira (Paynest) Miguel Freixe (Neuralshift) Daniela Costa (APG) João Figueirinhas Costa (Humaniaks) 18:50 – 19:30 · Encerramento & Networking Traz perguntas, “war stories” e curiosidade — quer estejas a contratar, a reinventar RH ou a construir ferramentas para equipas, vais sair com ideias práticas, contactos novos e energia renovada para experimentar.

Testar mais rápido, falhar e ter sucesso mais cedo.

Join us for a hands-on workshop by Olena Kutsenko on Monday, February 16th from 6:00pm hosted by Marionete! In this workshop, you’ll harness the power of

Ciclo Conversas Lisboa Sustentável Empresas

Startup Summit Lisbon 2026: Real Conversations. Real Connections. Real Growth.