About us
We are the largest startup community in Portugal
351 Community came together with the goal of creating a startup scene that’s more connected, inclusive and wise.
In our community you can connect and share wisdom with fellow founders and ecosystem partners, and discover events, news, advice, job listings and startup opportunities happening across the ecosystem.
If you are engaged with the Portuguese startup industry and want to keep up to date with the ever-growing startup scene, 351 might be a good first door for you! Our arms are open and every member is reachable without a middle person.
Check out our website for more info: 351.community
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Upcoming events
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Startuppers
·OnlineOnline## What is Startuppers?
Startuppers is your no-cost gateway into the world of entrepreneurship — whether you’re just curious or already dreaming of your own startup. You will get:
🌐 A Supportive WhatsApp Community: Find potential cofounders and get support from fellow aspiring entrepreneurs.
🎓 Live Sessions with Experts: Learn directly from international experts from leading tech companies.
🛠 Hands-On Mentoring: Get guidance on building your prototype and finding investment.
🎁 Exclusive Perks: Free Access to tools from leading tech companies to help you implement what you learn.
All events here: https://351startups.com/startuppersDefining the idea by Founder Institute Portugal
Shape, stress-test, and sharpen your idea into something the world actually needs (and wants to pay for). We’ll cover critical frameworks like TAM, SAM, SOM, and the Uniqueness Matrix to help you think like a billion-dollar founder.
Organized by: Founder Institute Portugal15 attendees
Startuppers The “Zero to Hero” Journey by Techstars Startup Weekend
·OnlineOnline## What is Startuppers?
Startuppers is your no-cost gateway into the world of entrepreneurship — whether you’re just curious or already dreaming of your own startup. You will get:
🌐 A Supportive WhatsApp Community: Find potential cofounders and get support from fellow aspiring entrepreneurs.
🎓 Live Sessions with Experts: Learn directly from international experts from leading tech companies.
🛠 Hands-On Mentoring: Get guidance on building your prototype and finding investment.
🎁 Exclusive Perks: Free Access to tools from leading tech companies to help you implement what you learn.
All events here: https://351startups.com/startuppersThe “Zero to Hero” Journey by Techstars Startup Weekend
Meet your fellow founders and dive into the legendary "Zero to Hero" startup framework — the same one powering Techstars Startup Weekend programs around the world.
Goal: Get connected. Get inspired. Get moving.
Organized by: Techstars Startup Weekend21 attendees
Pitch Your Ideas to Portugal's Investors & Experts, Online
·OnlineOnlineRegistration only via:
https://fi.co/event/pitch-your-ideas-to-portugal-s-investors-experts-online-portugal-spring-2026.Got a startup or idea? Join this interactive online event to get live feedback from top investors and experts who've helped founders raise millions. Learn how to craft a winning elevator pitch in a quick presentation, then watch real startup critiques to see what works and what doesn't. Expect candid insights and actionable feedback you can't find in blogs or books. Be ready to engage! This is a live, face-to-face Zoom session, not a webinar.
To pre-submit your pitch, please click here.
Additional Information:
To prepare, start with your one-sentence pitch.What You'll Learn
- How to deliver a concise and compelling elevator pitch (60–90 seconds)
- What investors look for in an early-stage pitch (team, traction, TAM, timing)
- How to structure clear problem–solution–value propositions
Who Should Attend
- Founders and idea-stage entrepreneurs seeking expert feedback on their pitch
- Early-stage teams preparing for accelerators, angels, or pre-seed rounds
- Aspiring founders who want to learn investor expectations and pitch structure
Additional Resources:
Explore other Startup Events, learn more about How to Pitch Your Startup and Funding Benchmarks and Milestones, or visit our Insights Blog for more startup tips.About Founder Institute:
The Founder Institute is the world’s most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses. Since 2009, our structured accelerator programs have helped over 8,900 entrepreneurs raise over $2BN in funding. Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across over 100 countries, our mission is to empower communities of talented and motivated people to build impactful technology companies worldwide.Registration only via:
https://fi.co/event/pitch-your-ideas-to-portugal-s-investors-experts-online-portugal-spring-2026.9 attendees
Startuppers Defining the idea by Founder Institute Portugal
·OnlineOnline## What is Startuppers?
Startuppers is your no-cost gateway into the world of entrepreneurship — whether you’re just curious or already dreaming of your own startup. You will get:
🌐 A Supportive WhatsApp Community: Find potential cofounders and get support from fellow aspiring entrepreneurs.
🎓 Live Sessions with Experts: Learn directly from international experts from leading tech companies.
🛠 Hands-On Mentoring: Get guidance on building your prototype and finding investment.
🎁 Exclusive Perks: Free Access to tools from leading tech companies to help you implement what you learn.
All events here: https://351startups.com/startuppersDefining the idea by Founder Institute Portugal
Shape, stress-test, and sharpen your idea into something the world actually needs (and wants to pay for). We’ll cover critical frameworks like TAM, SAM, SOM, and the Uniqueness Matrix to help you think like a billion-dollar founder.
Organized by: Founder Institute Portugal9 attendees
Past events
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