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Hangout #28 | Growing Together: the Role of INCUBATION
May 29 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
FreeJoin us for our upcoming Above & Beyond Hangout, where we delve into the pivotal role of incubation in fostering entrepreneurial success. In this month’s edition, we’re bringing together key players from the startup ecosystem to explore how incubators serve as catalysts for growth, innovation, and success.
The statistics speak volumes: incubated startups have a significantly higher chance of not only surviving but also thriving in the competitive business landscape. Much like the attentive hands guiding the growth of a newborn, these programs provide invaluable support, mentorship, and resources essential for the development of emerging ventures.
Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a startup founder, or an ecosystem enthusiast, join us as we uncover the strategies, challenges, and opportunities inherent in the incubation process. Together, let’s explore how we can nurture and support the next generation of innovative ventures, driving collective growth and impact in the entrepreneurial landscape. Mark your calendars for an insightful evening of learning, networking, and inspiration – because when we grow together, we elevate the entire ecosystem.
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0530 PM OPEN DOORS
0600 PM ECOSYSTEM BRIEFING
0610 PM WARM-UP PITCH
0630 PM TALK
MARIA OLIVEIRA, Business Director – UPTEC
MIKE SIGAL, Founder – Sigal Ventures
AFONSO PINHEIRO, Co-Founder – Pleez
GIL AZEVEDO, Executive Director – Unicorn Factory Lisboa
MODERATOR | MARÍLIA SANTOS, Incubators & Accelerators’ Booster – Startup Portugal
0730 PM DRINKS & CONNECT
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ABOUT ABOVE & BEYOND HANGOUTS
Above & Beyond Hangout is a monthly hangout for all of those hacking the Portuguese entrepreneur ecosystem.
Happening Lisboa and Porto, it is a great opportunity to gather all level ecosystem players wanting to contribute to overcoming the community’s challenges.
Every year, in November, Lisboa is turned into the epicenter of the entrepreneurship community with Web Summit. We want to leverage that community and create a frequent space where everyone can discuss important topics for the development of the ecosystem.
Please note that the event will have online streaming and it will be photographed and filmed and later shared on the social networks of Startup Portugal and its partners.