Last week, the 53rd edition of Above & Beyond Hangout brought the community together to discuss women entrepreneurship and the conditions needed for more women founders to start, grow, and scale their businesses.
The conversation featured insights from Isabel Holguera Vera, Clara Gonçalves, and Silvia Mota, moderated by Madalena Cardoso.
A timely discussion on how stronger support systems can help create a more inclusive and ambitious startup ecosystem.
Creating the Conditions to Grow
This edition explored the opportunities and challenges that shape the entrepreneurial journey for women founders, and why building a more inclusive ecosystem benefits everyone.
🎙️ Throughout the discussion, speakers reflected on the importance of access to funding, strong professional networks, mentorship, visibility, and meaningful partnerships that help entrepreneurs move from early-stage ideas to sustainable growth.
One key takeaway was that creating a more diverse startup ecosystem goes beyond intention. It requires building the right conditions for more founders to access opportunities, develop their ambitions, and grow successful companies.
Looking Ahead
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📷 Photos by: Miguel Ribeiro Fernandes e Ricardo Meireles
