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| With Filipe Ramalheira (Consul General of Portugal in San Francisco), Pedro Macedo Leo (Head, AICEP San Francisco). |
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Oct 07 (Wed) @ 05:30 PM
FREE
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RedBridge Demo & Connect: The Gateway to Portugal's Innovation Ecosystem
Portugal's startup ecosystem is emerging as one of Europe's most exciting innovation stories.
Home to globally recognized startups, multiple unicorns, a thriving founder community, & one of Europe's fastest-growing technology hubs, Portugal is increasingly attracting entrepreneurs, investors, & companies looking to build globally.
An evening bringing together founders, investors, operators, & ecosystem leaders from Portugal & Silicon Valley.
The event is part of Portugal at SF Tech Week, a curated Silicon Valley access program organized by RedBridge Lisbon, in collaboration with Unicorn Factory Lisbon & Startup Portugal, supported by the Consulate General of Portugal in San Francisco & AICEP San Francisco, with ecosystem partner THV & supported by Cooley LLP as Premier Sponsor.
It also marks an important milestone in the broader Lisbon-San Francisco Innovation Bridge, an initiative designed to strengthen long-term collaboration between two leading innovation ecosystems.
Throughout the week, a carefully selected cohort of Portuguese startups is participating in a curated program across Silicon Valley, meeting leading venture capital firms, accelerators, founders, & operators.
RedBridge Demo & Connect is the moment when the SF Tech Week community can meet these founders, discover their companies, & connect with the organizations shaping Portugal's innovation ecosystem.
The evening will feature opening remarks & insights from Filipe Ramalheira, Consul General of Portugal in San Francisco, the participation of Pedro Macedo Leo, Head of AICEP San Francisco, & a fireside chat with leaders from Startup Portugal & Unicorn Factory Lisbon, discussing why Portugal has become one of Europe's most dynamic destinations for innovation & entrepreneurship.
Whether you're looking for investment opportunities, international partnerships, exceptional founders, or simply want to understand why Portugal is increasingly on the radar of global technology companies & investors, this is an evening designed to spark meaningful conversations & lasting connections.
Come discover what's happening in Portugal-and meet the founders building what's next.
5:30 PM - Doors Open & Welcome Reception
Guests arrive for networking, drinks, & informal introductions with founders, investors, operators, & members of the Bay Area innovation community.
6:00 PM - Opening Remarks
Welcome by RedBridge.
Opening remarks by:
* Filipe Ramalheira, Consul General of Portugal in San Francisco
6:10 PM - Fireside Chat
Portugal's Breakout Moment
Speakers
* Miguel Aguiar, Executive Director, Startup Portugal
* Gil Azevedo, Executive Director, Unicorn Factory Lisboa
Moderator
* Neil Cohen, Head of Marketing Portal 26, RedBridge Board Member
A 15-minute conversation exploring Portugal's rise as one of Europe's most dynamic innovation ecosystems, its momentum in entrepreneurship, venture investment, & technology, & the opportunities for founders, investors, & companies building across both sides of the Atlantic.
6:25 PM - Startup Showcase
Ten Portuguese startups selected for Portugal at SF Tech Week will each deliver a 3-minute pitch, showcasing innovative solutions across multiple sectors & sharing their vision for global growth.
Meet some of Portugal's most promising founders & discover the next generation of globally ambitious startups emerging from the Portuguese ecosystem.
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Networking Reception
Continue the conversation over drinks with founders, investors, operators, corporates, & members of the Bay Area innovation community.
Explore investment opportunities, discuss partnerships, & build new connections between Silicon Valley & Portugal
This event is a part of #SFTechWeek-a week of events hosted by VCs & startups to bring together the tech ecosystem. Learn more at www.tech-week.com.
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