Techstars Startup Weekend Viseu

Join us for Techstars Startup Weekend Viseu 2025, a 54-hour event designed for individuals eager to build their startups. This immersive experience gathers aspiring entrepreneurs, developers, designers, mentors, and investors for a weekend filled with creativity and collaboration. Participants will pitch their ideas, form teams, and work intensively to validate concepts and develop prototypes, culminating in final presentations to a panel of judges. This event offers a unique opportunity to connect with others in the startup ecosystem and gain valuable insights from experienced mentors.

Event Schedule

• Day 1: October 17, 2025 — 18:00 to 22:00
• Day 2: October 18, 2025 — 08:00 to 21:00
• Day 3: October 19, 2025 — Full Day (concluding with final pitches)

Key Reasons to Attend

• Develop a startup within a 54-hour timeframe with expert guidance
• Gain insights from seasoned industry professionals and entrepreneurs
• Engage with fellow innovators and potential investors
• Participate in hands-on workshops focusing on pitching, validation, and business modeling

Focus Areas

• Startup Development
• Mentorship and Guidance
• Networking Opportunities

Intended Participants

Open to aspiring entrepreneurs, developers, designers, and anyone interested in innovation.

Networking and Opportunities

Connect with like-minded individuals and industry experts throughout the event.

What to Anticipate

Expect a dynamic environment with registration, networking, mentorship sessions, workshops, and final pitches.

Duration and Format

This event spans three days, featuring a mix of workshops, team collaboration, and presentations.

Facilitators

• Lenz Gschwendtner — Co-Founder @ local.foundation, Serial Entrepreneur, Mentor, Community Builder
• Levin Gschwendtner — CTO & Full Stack Developer @ local.foundation, Startup Community Builder

Mentors (Additional mentors to be announced)

• Isabel Carapeta — Founder @ Simplifyer, Forbes 30U30, Open Innovation Manager @ 351 Portuguese Startup Association
• Carlos Rodrigues — Technical Manager @ Critical Software, Cloud Architect & Developer
• Mariah Nascimento — Mentor & Coach, Founder of Entrepreneurial Women, Digital Business Specialist
• Ivan Terra — CEO & Founder @ 2TICKET, Professor @ Instituto Politécnico de Viseu

Organizing Team

• Marcelle Sartori — Project Manager @ 351 Portuguese Startup Association
• Fernando Jardim — Cofounder & President @ 351 Portuguese Startup Association
• Elisa Tarzia — Cofounder & VP @ 351 Portuguese Startup Association
• Cíntia Costa — Communication & Community Manager @ 351 Portuguese Startup Association
• Joana Diogo — Project Coordinator @ 351 Portuguese Startup Association
• Carla Barreto — Financial Controller @ 351 Portuguese Startup Association
• Vitor Martins — Sponsorship & Community Manager @ 351 Portuguese Startup Association
• Gonçalo Costa — Lead Developer @ Ecoceno, Community Leader @ Startup Grind Lisbon

Agenda Overview

Friday: Registration, networking, icebreakers, pitches, and team formation

Saturday: Mentor sessions, workshops, and development time

Sunday: Final pitches, judging, celebration, and closing ceremony