What we’re about
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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See all- Founder Institute: Startup Funding in Portugal, w/ Plug and Play, Antler & PVLink visible for attendees
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Learn the most effective tactics to raise your first round
Looking for funding for your startup? Join our interactive, online fundraising workshop to gain practical, step-by-step advice on how to raise capital successfully. Learn how startup funding works, what you need to prepare before pitching, and where to find the right investors. Hear from successful entrepreneurs who have secured funding and investors who back innovative companies. Get insider tips, understand common pitfalls to avoid, and learn what investors are really looking for. By the end, you'll have a clear grasp of how equity works and the confidence to take your next steps.
What You'll Learn:
- Key metrics and pre-requisites for raising funding.
- How to make yourself more attractive to investors.
- The best ways to source different funding resources such as Angel investors, Venture Capitalists, grants and loans.
Featured Speakers:
- Carolin Wais - Partner at Plug & Play - With over 8 years of experience in the venture industry, she is currently a Partner at Plug and Play Ventures, a leading global VC firm. Since establishing Plug and Play’s EMEA investment committee in 2022, she has led over 50 investments and been involved in more than 160 deals. As the first female Partner at Plug and Play Ventures, she is a strong advocate for diversity and actively mentors across multiple female-focused initiatives. She is passionate about entrepreneurship and supporting founders with bold visions and a drive to challenge the status quo.
- André Florido - Global Portfolio Team at Antler - A dedicated investor with a strong track record in identifying and supporting high-potential startups. With deep expertise in technology and strategic growth, he actively collaborates with entrepreneurs to help them navigate challenges and scale their businesses. Passionate about innovation and impact, André is committed to empowering visionary founders to turn their ideas into thriving ventures.
- Pedro Grilo - VC at Portugal Ventures - I´m a biological engineer, currently working as an Investment Manager at Portugal Ventures. If you have a disruptive project and are looking for funding, feel free to contact me!
Additional Resources:
Find more Startup Events, learn about 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 7,000 entrepreneurs raise over $1.75BN in funding. Based in Silicon Valley and with chapters across 100 countries, our mission is to empower communities of talented and motivated people to build impactful technology companies worldwide.
