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Human Design for Business · Zoom

17:30Online

You've read all the productivity advice. You've copied the routines of founders you admire. And still, some things that "should" work leave you drained, because they were never designed for you. Human Design is a practical self-knowledge tool that maps how you're built to work: where your energy comes from, how you make your best decisions, and how you naturally lead and connect with others. In this one-hour, founder-friendly session, you'll explore: Your energy type — how you're designed to work, and how to avoid burnout Your decision-making authority — how to make choices you won't second-guess Your profile — the way you naturally lead, learn, and build trust Your centers — where you're consistent, and where you absorb (and amplify) other people's energy, in your team and beyond This is about authenticity in how you lead — building a way of working that's already yours, not one borrowed from someone else. 🌱 You'll leave knowing how to read the essentials of your own chart, plus at least one concrete shift you can apply to how you work, decide, or lead the very next day. Before the workshop, calculate your free chart at workdecoded.io (takes 2 minutes, just your birth date, time, and place) so you can follow along with your own design. About Andrea Andrea holds a degree in Psychology with a specialization in Criminology, and after a couple of years working as a criminologist, she moved into event production, where working with ever-changing teams made her fall in love with team dynamics. While exploring how teams (and she herself) could work better, she discovered Human Design: a tool that gave her a compass to find her own direction, make clearer choices, and decode her own language. Today she's the founder of Work Decoded, where she uses that same compass to help professionals and teams build a way of working that is already theirs. Please note: 🎟️ The 5€ workshop fee isn't a price tag, it's a commitment fee. The real value is in the room: the host's time, expertise, and energy are a gift to our community. With respect to the host's time & intellectual property, there is no recording provided to single sign-ups. You can purchase Premium Access on our International Community platform, which gives you unlimited access to our community, resources and all workshop recordings here: https://www.skool.com/female-founders-breakfast/about

Agentic Engineering Lisbon

19:00Lisboa

Agentic Engineering Lisbon is for people building software, infrastructure, and companies with agentic workflows. This event brings together founders, engineers, researchers, and operators actively working with AI agents, whether they are building products, improving existing systems, or developing the models, tools, and infrastructure that make this work possible. The focus is on practical applications, open discussion, and learning from peers. This event is for people going beyond surface-level experimentation and engaging seriously with what it takes to make these systems useful, and profitable. Expect a technical crowd, short talks, and conversations grounded in real-world experience. Topics include agent architectures, coding agents, tools, models, workflows, infrastructure, and the realities of using agents in production. Agenda 7:00 PM - Doors Open 7:45 PM - Lightning Talks 8:15 PM - Drinks & Snacks Want to speak? To submit a talk, register for the event and fill the relevant field. Spaces are limited as there are three 10-minute are three talks per event. Product pitches will not be accepted. This event is by Interop Ventures, with The Nest by NEAR as the venue partner.

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Pixels & People x Runway: AI Film Screening & Conversation

17:30Lisboa

Pixels & People presents ~ Runway AI Film Festival Screening & a conversation about AI in moviemaking Join us for a cozy end of the day at Aethos celebrating filmmaking in all forms in incredible company. We'll discover some imaginative short films using AI technics, then open a conversation on bringing AI into creative work. All creatives welcome: filmmakers, brand strategists, designers, producers, artists, and curious minds. What to expect A curated screening of winning films from Runway's AI Film Festival An open and honest conversation about AI in creative work: film, documentary, commercials, music video and more The evening closes with relaxed networking over drinks. One important note from us: AI is already reshaping creative work but this isn’t about celebrating AI as the unique way forward. It’s about having an open, thoughtful conversation about the tools emerging, how and when we want to use them, when they can be beneficial, celebrating the work of creatives, what we want to question or resist, and ultimately what we want to preserve. Excited to have many perspectives and backgrounds in the room! To keep in mind: Be on time, as the event will end early. When you arrive, we will be checking you in at the entrance. The talk will take place in a shoeless space. Bring your most wonderful socks. A photographer will be present during the event to capture photos and videos for documentation and promotional purposes (including social media, our website, and future event communications). By attending, you acknowledge that you may appear in these images or recordings. If you would prefer not to be photographed or filmed, please let a member of our team know when you arrive, and we'll do our best to accommodate your request.

Female Impact Breakfast

10:00Lisboa

Female Impact Breakfast is an informal networking event for female Founders in Ericeira to exchange opportunities and lessons on life. Our Women of Impact Breakfast is a curated morning gathering for female founders, leaders, creatives, innovators, change-makers, and aspiring ones. This event series by SheSapiens Community exists to support female impact through meaningful connections, locally and globally. We come together to exchange our stories, our dreams, business opportunities, and the lessons that emerge from challenges along the way. This is not traditional networking. It is a space for authentic conversation and shared wisdom. Each breakfast is guided by one central question: How can we support each other to have a larger positive impact together? THE EXPERIENCE We gather around a shared breakfast table in an intimate, welcoming setting. Each woman is invited to introduce herself and her projects, creating an atmosphere where everyone is seen and heard. The intention is to connect from a place of honesty and curiosity, not performance. After the introductions round, there is time to continue conversations, and enjoy breakfast together. You will leave feeling inspired, motivated, and energised. PRACTICAL INFO Check-in: 10.00 AM We welcome you with your preferred morning drink. Please arrive on time to support the group flow. Event ends: 12:00 PM Latest check-out: 11.00 AM INVESTMENT 15 EUR – General ticket 5 EUR – Discounted ticket DISCOUNTED OPTIONS Elevate members: Login to your member account and get your discount code here. Non-members can find more info about the membership here. Content creators: Contact the local leader sharing your portfolio here. Low-income: Contact the local leader sharing a low income proof here. If you are a chef or food & drinks provider in the region, we want to speak to you! Reach out to the local leader here. By purchasing a ticket, you agree to our Event Terms and Conditions.

20-20 - a Pecha-Kucha style event for AI Builders (members+, in-person, Lisbon)

18:30Lisboa

Twenty slides. Twenty seconds each. No pausing, no going back. Red Bridge is launching its first Pecha-Kucha style night — 20-20 — a fast-paced format built to make AI builders do the hardest thing in tech: get to the point. Each presenter takes the floor with 20 slides and 20 seconds per slide. The deck advances whether you're ready or not, so what's left is the essence of an idea — enough to spark a conversation, start a collaboration, or find the one person in the room already working on the thing you needed. Come to present, or come to watch the ideas fly. Either way, expect sharp thinking, good company, and the kind of connections that only happen at RedBridge Lisbon. Open to RedBridge Lisbon members and the wider Lisbon AI community. Hosted at AI Hub by Unicorn Factory Lisboa. 🗓️ Thursday, September 17 · 6:30–8:30pm 📍 AI Hub by Unicorn Factory Lisboa Want to present? Apply here: https://tally.so/r/68YA8O

AI Builders Lisbon - Sep 30

18:00Lisboa

Join our informal meetup for the biggest AI nerds! We share the latest insights about: AI dev tools, Agent frameworks, RAG, vibe coding, OpenClaw, Claude Code and more! // FOR WHO ✅ Devs, Product peeps, Data lovers, ML engineers, Founders ✅ Anyone building with AI ⚠️ Some LLM knowledge required! // FORMAT 🎤 Innovative AI Demos — from EU + Silicon Valley leaders 💻 Builder Tool Demos — ship fast, explain faster 🤝 🍻 A LOT of time for informal networking 🍕 Yummy Pizza & Snacks // AGENDA 18:30 👋 Walk-in 19:00 🎤 Using AI to Become More Human - Guilherme Fontes @ Familiar Tools 19:35 💻 A2UI Components, AGUI Protocol, ADK Agent Orchestration, and Gemma Nano Inference on Android Phones - Jolanda Verhoef 19:50 💻 AI Demo 20:05 🍕 Pizza & Drinks 20:20 🤝 Networking 20:50 🔚 End // FAQ What is AI Builders? A self-organizing nonprofit community of 5000+ AI nerds 🤓. We're building a democratic AI platform, to make our community completely co-owned and co-governed by you (yes, all attendees). New question? Will it be recorded? Yes, some sessions are streamed live and recorded. By attending, you consent to being photographed and filmed. Let us know if you don't want to be on camera. I'm not technical. Can I come? Yes, but to actually enjoy the meetup we recommend understanding basic LLM concepts: Agents, Embeddings, RAG, MCPs, Inference, Structured Output, Finetuning, APIs, Reinforcement Learning. Not sure what those mean? Ask any chatbot — that's literally what they're for. Why do I need to pay? 1) So we know how many people will show up — less food waste and better allocation of limited seats. 2) Sponsorships don't cover all our costs (yet)! Every euro goes back into the community. Can I get a free ticket? Can I volunteer? Money should never be the reason not to join. If you need a sponsored ticket, or want to help out by arriving 1.5h early to set up, message AI. Can I demo, give a talk, or just help out? Message AI if you want to shine ✨ on stage and grow your network — community demos are 10 minutes, builder demos are 15-20 minutes. What time does the event start? The event starts at 18:00 on Wednesday, 30 September. Where is the venue located? The event will be held at IDEA Spaces - São Sebastião, Avenida António Augusto Aguiar N.122C, Lisbon, pt. Is food provided? Yes! We'll have pizza and drinks available. // VENUE & SPONSORS We look forward to hanging out with you! Thanks to our friends for hosting us in their beautiful space.

Expats in Tech Lunch | Fall Edition

12:30Lisboa

🌎 For expats and international entrepreneurs living in Lisbon or recently arrived, curious about the city’s startup and innovation scene, this special gathering is for you! Join us for this Fall Expats in Tech Lunch Edition, bringing together Lisbon’s international tech community to share an informal lunch at Beato Innovation District. 📍 Agenda 12:30 – 13:00 | Beato Innovation District Tour (optional) 13:00 – 14:00 | Lunch (venue to be announced) Whether you're new to Lisbon, building something in tech, or simply curious about the local startup ecosystem, this is a great opportunity to connect with fellow expats, exchange experiences, discover innovative startups, and enjoy the energy of Lisbon’s thriving tech community during the summer season. ☀️ Price: €30 per person, including lunch. Lunch venue and menu details will be announced soon.

Launch in Lisbon: October 2026 Edition

10:00Lisboa

🌍Welcome to our new edition of Launch in Lisbon! 👉🏼 Launch in Lisbon is your unique gateway to Lisbon’s vibrant innovation ecosystem Whether you are launching a new venture or planning to establish or expand your business in Portugal or Europe, Launch in Lisbon's flagship program from Unicorn Factory Lisboa, is your passport to make it happen. What to expect? A fully immersive, 3-day program made of workshops and sessions with experts in key areas such as legislation, talent hiring and investment, visits to innovation hubs in Lisbon and various networking opportunities with founders and leaders from our ecosystem. What's in it for you? ✅Lay the foundations to successfully launch and grow your business in Portugal (and Europe). ✅Understand the market through practical insights into legislation, hiring, funding, and business setup. ✅Navigate the ecosystem with exclusive access to Lisbon's leading innovation hubs and startup community. ✅Build meaningful connections with founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders who can support your journey. 📅 Dates: October 28–30, 2026 To make the most of the experience, you have two options: 🔥 Join us in person to unlock the full experience and immerse yourself in the heart of Lisbon's innovation scene, or ✨ Join remotely to catch selected parts of the program from anywhere in the world! AGENDA Day 1 | 28 Oct Morning - Onboarding @remote Afternoon - Welcome to Launch in Lisbon Program @Lisbon Rooftop Day 2 | 29 Oct @ Beato Innovation District [full day // in person & remote] Master the essentials of launching and growing your business in Portugal through expert sessions on company setup, hiring, legislation, and the local startup ecosystem. Day 3 | 30 Oct @ Hub Day [morning // only in-person] Step inside Unicorn Factory Lisboa’s Health Hub Community to exchange ideas with industry experts, and expand your network. +Access to: Entrepreneurship Awards | 27 Oct The Unicorn Factory Lisboa Entrepreneurship Awards 2026 - Lisbon’s biggest celebration of entrepreneurship - will bring together founders, investors, corporates, and ecosystem leaders for an afternoon of visionary keynotes, bold startup pitches, and unforgettable stories of resilience and growth. Expats in Tech Lunch | 30 Oct A chance to connect with the international tech community living in Lisbon, meet fellow founders and professionals, and explore new opportunities. Also Included Book optional 1:1 meetings with partners (remote) Note: Agenda subject to updates. Partners This program is designed with the strategic support of our ecosystem & softlanding partners. Limited slots! Register Now! Don't miss your chance to launch something great - right here in Lisbon. 🚀 📩 For more info: [email protected] About Unicorn Factory Lisboa 🦄 Envisioned by the Lisbon City Council to expand Lisbon’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. Unicorn Factory Lisboa is the platform of programs and hubs, inspired by international best practices that supports scaleups in achieving sustained accelerated growth from Lisbon to the world.

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