This week, Above & Beyond Hangout #48 – Going Global with Business Abroad brought founders, investors, and ecosystem players together in to unpack what it really takes to scale internationally.
The conversation focused on the realities of going global, including market selection, team and product readiness, and strategic preparation to make the most of international events and global opportunities.
Setting the stage
The session opened with an Ecosystem Briefing by Miguel Aguiar, Executive Director at Startup Portugal.
The event was hosted by Madalena Cardoso in Porto and João Moreira Pires in Lisbon, with the panel discussion moderated by Pedro Sacramento, Head of Projects & Operations at Startup Portugal.
Perspectives on Internationalisation
On stage, speakers shared different perspectives on internationalisation:
- Andrea Beleván, International Program Manager at South Summit, on global events as gateways to new markets
- Lurdes Gramaxo, President at Investors Portugal, on investor expectations and the value of international exposure
- João Teixeira Fernandes, Co-Founder at Indie Seguros, sharing a founder’s perspective on preparing for conferences and scaling abroad
- Miguel Aguiar, Executive Director at Startup Portugal, who also joined the panel in Porto
Warm-Up Pitches
The evening also featured warm-up pitches by DiamWall and Planta Smart Homes, setting the stage for an engaging discussion.
Looking Ahead
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📷 Photos by: Miguel Ribeiro Fernandes e Ricardo Meireles
