Startup Summit Lisbon 2026 Founders, Investors & Innovators 16th & 17th Apr
Startup Summit Lisbon 2026: Real Conversations. Real Connections. Real Growth.
Date and time
Location
Unicorn Factory Lisboa
143 Avenida Infante Dom Henrique 1950-406 Lisboa PortugalLineup
Agenda
16th April, 2026
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Registration
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Welcome to Startup Summit
11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
VIP Welcome Cocktail
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
AI-First Startups: Opportunities & Ethical Dilemmas
11:00 AM - 12:45 PM
Women in Venture: From Operator to Investor
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
Pitch Like a Pro: Craft & Deliver a 3-Minute Investor Pitch
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Lunch
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Navigating the Startup Ecosystem
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Funding & Investment: What Investors Are Really Looking For
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
The Future of AI & Web3 in Startups
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Financial Modelling for Early-Stage Startups
2:45 PM - 3:00 PM
Fintech Innovations & Digital Banking
2:45 PM - 3:30 PM
Crypto & Blockchain: Unlocking Real-World Utility
2:45 PM - 3:30 PM
PR Hacks for Startups with No Budget
3:30 PM - 4:15 PM
Fireside Chat: The Future of Blockchain & Web3
3:30 PM - 4:15 PM
Women in Tech: Breaking Barriers & Driving Innovation
3:30 PM - 4:15 PM
Building Your First User Funnel: A Step-by-Step Guide
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
The Role of AI in Financial Services
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
Go-to-Market Strategies for Global Scale
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
Web3 & AI in the Creator Economy
4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
Cap Table Management & Equity Best Practices
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM
The Art of Delegation as a First-Time CEO
5:45 PM - 6:30 PM
Building a Scalable Product Without Burning Out
5:45 PM - 6:30 PM
How to Pivot Smart: Lessons from Failing Forward
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM
VIP Networking & Investor Meet-up
7:30 PM
Rooftop Party (VCs & Founders)
7:30 PM
Night Summit (General Party)
Sunset Cruise (Optional)
Good to know
Highlights
- 1 day, 10 hours, 30 minutes
- UNDER 14 WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN
- In person
- Paid venue parking
- Doors at 9:00 AM
Refund Policy
About this event
Why attend Startup Summit Lisbon?
Forget flashy promises and overhyped trends. Startup Summit Lisbon is where serious founders, investors, and innovators gather to build real relationships and grow businesses that matter.
✅ Meet top investors actively looking for startups to fund.✅ Network with tech founders, CEOs, and product leaders from across Europe.✅ Get practical insights that go beyond the usual polished talks.✅ Showcase your startup at a booth and pitch live to a packed audience.
If you want to raise investment, find strategic partners, or just connect with people who get it — this is the place to be.
What’s happening at this Lisbon startup conference?
Over two dynamic days, you’ll experience:
🚀 Open, down-to-earth panels & fireside chats: Learn what worked, what failed, and what’s actually driving growth in tech and startups right now.
🚀 Startup pitch sessions: Founders sharing raw, honest stories — not just slide decks.
🚀 Investors on the floor: Having meaningful conversations, not just formal meetings.
🚀 Hands-on workshops & masterclasses: Solve real business challenges with experts.
🚀 Massive startup expo: Dozens of startup booths where you can discover new products — or exhibit your own and attract customers, partners, and investors.
Why book a startup booth?
If you’re a founder, there’s no better way to:
🎯 Get your startup seen by thousands, including top VCs and angel investors.🎯 Pitch directly to decision makers walking the floor.🎯 Generate leads and partnerships that keep growing long after Lisbon.🎯 Capture high-quality photos & videos at your booth to use in your marketing.
🔥 Special offer:
Get 70% off any startup booth with code VC70.It’s the best way to raise investment, find early customers, and build real traction.
Who should come?
- 🚀 Startup founders & entrepreneurs: Put your startup on the map, meet investors, and grow your network fast.
- 💼 Investors & VCs: Meet Europe’s most ambitious tech startups solving real problems.
- 🧠 Product builders & innovators: Share ideas, get feedback, and discover new trends.
- 🏢 Agencies, accelerators, and corporates: Find startups to partner with or invest in.
Tickets & packages
🎟️ General Pass: Full access to panels, workshops, and networking.💎 VIP / Investor Pass: Exclusive private sessions, tailored networking, and investor-only spaces.📈 Startup Booth: Your chance to stand out, demo your product, and meet investors face-to-face.
See why it’s different
Check out our agenda, speaker lineup, and why Startup Summit Lisbon is Europe’s most authentic startup event at 👉 www.startupsummit.io
Ready to grow your business?
Join us in Lisbon. Bring your startup, your ideas, your team — and leave with leads, investors, and connections that take your business to the next level.
Frequently asked questions
Only if you’re looking for genuine conversations, smart insights, and long-term partnerships. If you’re after flashy hype and empty buzzwords, there are plenty of other places for that.
Startups across all stages, investors from local and international funds, plus people simply curious about building better businesses.
Absolutely. In fact, many say the real magic happens when teams explore together.
Yes, whilst a business event, we encourage you to bring your family to the event.
Once you register, we’ll email you your TAP Portugal code for discounted flights, plus links to book with our partner hotels.
Startups from all across Europe (and beyond), investors ranging from angels to growth funds, plus corporates, accelerators, and operators all looking to connect in a more genuine way. Expect companies at every stage, from early MVPs to Series B+.
All tickets include access to both days to the main stage talks, panels, pitch sessions, workshops, and open networking. VIP & Investor passes also include private cocktail events, dedicated lounges, and curated founder intros.
Yes! We have a few speaker slots left, especially for firesides and panels on building, investing, and scaling across Europe. If you’re interested (or want to spotlight your portfolio), just email us at ricardo@startupsummit.io and we’ll explore options.
Tickets are non-refundable, but totally transferable to someone else up to 7 days before the event. Just reach out to us at admin@startupsummit.io and we’ll sort it.
We love that. We can arrange group discounts or even set aside a dedicated area on the expo floor if you’re bringing several startups under your umbrella. Email us at admin@startupsummit.io and we’ll tailor something.
Yes! There will be reliable Wi-Fi throughout, plenty of charging areas, plus private meeting rooms you can book for one-on-ones or small group discussions.
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