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SUMMARY:𝗡𝗘𝗫𝗢 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 – 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀
DESCRIPTION:\n The 2nd edition of NEXO is just around the corner! Two days dedicated to connecting startups\, SMEs\, and investors who bet on the European real economy.\n\n\n Over two days\, we gather founders\, SMEs\, and investors on a single stage to share ideas\, close deals\, and build partnerships with real impact.\n\n\n Keynotes\, fireside chats\, showcases\, and interactive experiences create the perfect environment to connect ideas\, people\, and opportunities.\n\n
URL:https://scaleupporto.pt/event/%f0%9d%97%a1%f0%9d%97%98%f0%9d%97%ab%f0%9d%97%a2-%f0%9d%97%96%f0%9d%97%bc%f0%9d%97%bb%f0%9d%97%b3%f0%9d%97%b2%f0%9d%97%bf%f0%9d%97%b2%f0%9d%97%bb%f0%9d%97%b0%f0%9d%97%b2-%f0%9d%97%96/
LOCATION:Antiga Fábrica Vasco da Gama – Matosinhos\, Avenida Menéres 657\, Matosinhos\, Portugal
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SUMMARY:Webinar “Email Profissional: uma vantagem competitiva para o seu negócio”
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to professionalize your company’s email?On October 1\, IAPMEI and .PT will host the webinar “Professional Email: a competitive advantage for your business.” This practical session will demonstrate the strategic benefits of having your own domain\, the real risks of using free email accounts\, and a step-by-step guide to professionalizing your company’s communication in a simple\, secure\, and cost-effective way. \n
URL:https://scaleupporto.pt/event/webinar-email-profissional-uma-vantagem-competitiva-para-o-seu-negocio/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Upside Club • Focused Session #1 • The Fundraising Dilemma
DESCRIPTION:Upside Club is a private community of the most ambitious founders and CEOs in Portugal. We exist to help founders connect\, grow\, and succeed together. \n​Focused Session #1 • The Fundraising Dilemma\n​Should you actually raise? When? Why (or why not)? \n​Most Founders default to fundraising because it’s often the loudest signal in the room\, not because they’ve done the math on what it costs them in equity\, control\, and time. \n​We’re putting two people in the room who’ve been on both sides of that decision: \n\n\n​Manuel Parente – Early Stage Investor\, 2x Exited Founder and current CEO & Founder of Thalur \n\n\n​Pedro Coutinho – Managing Partner at Transatlantic Highway Ventures \n\n\n​In short\, we’re getting into:\n\n\n​Bootstrap vs. raise: how to actually decide\, not just default \n\n\n​The right moment to raise (and the signs you’re too early or too late) \n\n\n​What investors are actually looking for right now \n\n\n​The cost of raising that nobody puts in the pitch deck \n\n\n​The logistics:\n\n\n​📅 October 1 \n\n\n​🕝 14:30 \n\n\n​📍 Online \n\n\n​Moderation: the Upside Club. \n\n\n​Open Q&A: bring your real questions\, not the polished version. \n\n\n​The invited founders belong to a new generation that doesn’t believe that the “secret is the soul of the business” but the opposite. They all see sharing their learnings\, experiences\, and vulnerabilities in the open as a growth mechanism. \n
URL:https://scaleupporto.pt/event/upside-club-%e2%80%a2-focused-session-1-%e2%80%a2-the-fundraising-dilemma/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Biz & Buzz - PBN | Porto Business Network
DESCRIPTION:Building your venture\, making a career transition\, or simply exploring your next big idea? This is your new home base. \nJoin us for “Biz & Buzz”: PBN’s intentional\, low-pressure meetup designed for Porto’s local professionals and the international community to connect on a human level over a drink (and a snack!). It’s about getting real\, sharing your story\, and finding the connections that genuinely move your career forward. \nThe energy of Porto’s business scene is here!\nYou’re just one conversation away from your next breakthrough. \nTime: 18:00 – 20:00\n⭐ Theme: Personal Business Story. Real talk\, shared challenges\, and genuine connection. \n** Who Should Join? (You Belong Here)**\nThis event is specifically for those who value collaboration\, connection\, and a “Pay It Forward” mindset\, including: \n\nLocal Portuguese Professionals who are building\, managing\, or investing in Porto.\nFounders\, Business Owners\, and Executives scaling their ventures.\nAspiring Founders who are considering leaving their 9-to-5 to launch their idea.\nNew Freelancers & Consultants looking to build a local client network.\nInternational Residents and Expats eager to integrate into the city’s business ecosystem.\n\n  \n** What to Expect: Real Talk\, No Pitch Decks**\nThis isn’t formal networking; it’s a collaborative exchange built on PBN’s culture of reciprocity and growth. \n18:00 | Arrival & Introductions (30 min)\nGrab your drink\, relax\, and ease into the PBN vibe. \n18:30 | Open Conversation & Story Sharing (60 min)\nNo stage. No sales pressure. Just authentic conversations about your experiences\, challenges\, wins\, and the lessons learned on the journey. \n20:00 | Official Conclusion\nFeel free to keep the buzz going as long as you like! \n❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\nQ) What is this event about?\nBiz & Buzz is a relaxed meetup where professionals\, founders\, business owners\, freelancers\, consultants\, digital nomads\, and expats can connect in an authentic\, human way. It’s about building community\, hearing each other\, and helping each other\, not just collecting business cards. \nQ) Why should I attend?\nTo meet like-minded business people in Porto\, hear relatable experiences\, and create opportunities through real conversation\, not formal networking. \nQ) I’m just exploring ideas\, can I join?\nYes\, you MUST JOIN! This event is exactly the place to practice your pitch\, hone your idea\, and get invaluable feedback from peers and successful business people. Just be yourself\, and share your thoughts and concerns; someone has surely been there and can help you! \nQ) What makes this different?\nNo panels. No pitches. No pressure. Just people talking to people – and yes\, maybe a beer in hand. \nQ) What are we about at PBN?\nPorto is full of talent\, but its ambitious professionals are often siloed.\nPorto Business Network (PBN) was created to solve this. We are the city’s premier community where entrepreneurs\, founders\, freelancers\, and executives connect\, learn\, and grow. More than just a networking group\, PBN is built on a “pay it forward” culture of genuine collaboration and integrity.\nWe believe every professional in Porto is just one connection away from their next breakthrough. \nReady to connect?\nJoin our community officially: [VISIT OUR WEBSITE TO JOIN]\nLooking forward to seeing you there! \n
URL:https://scaleupporto.pt/event/biz-buzz-pbn-porto-business-network/
LOCATION:Letraria Porto Downtown\, Rua dos Mártires da Liberdade 108\, Porto\, 4000-483\, Portugal
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