What our attendees said about "Ela apresenta na praia" event:

The event is designed to bring the best of She is Mom’s programs, people, and experts to women-led tech startups across Portugal.

In addition to mentorship and project support, the accelerator includes deep dives and workshops focused on business validation, customer acquisition, and leadership development for founders.

It is a business, and investment event, networking and sharing where business angels, entrepreneurs, and speakers participate without wearing suits or titles.

Join us at the most friendly event dedicated to women founders.

The rules

Be open mind and flexible

Be ready to play

Be authentic

The location

Enjoy 4 days of sun, beach, and business.

The agenda

Day one, June 1st

Hotel Arribas (Praia Grande)

5.30 PM - 08.30 PM

Networking

Pitch in a funny way

Enjoy the sun, the ocean, and a Portuguese wine

Surprises

Day two, June 2nd

O Croa (Praia Grande)

10.00 AM - 12.00 PM

Portuguese breakfast

Brainstorming for startups

Q&A

After breakfast (do-it-yourself activities)

Visit and enjoy: Praia Grande and Praia Pequena

Walk to Azehnas do Mar

In the evening: visit to Cabo da Roca

Day three, June 3rd

O Croa (Praia Grande)

10.00 AM - 12.00 PM

Pitch on the breakfast

Feedback

After breakfast (do-it-yourself activities)

Visit and enjoy: Sintra or surf lesson at Praia Grande

Try the best sushi here: Matsu Sushi & Wine (Aldeia da Praia)

Day four, June 4th

The agenda for the day will be discussed and decided with the participants

Investors & Mentors

Vedrana Perkovic-Hadl
Vedrana Perkovic-Hadl

Head of Program and Project Development

Ruxandra Muys-Stoian
Ruxandra Muys-Stoian

Co-Founder WIT Angels Club, HR Transformation & Technology Senior Executive

Katarina M.V. Galic
Katarina M.V. Galic

Founder and CEO

Irina Leca
Irina Leca

Serial Entrepreneur | Startup Mentor | Founder@NewTowner App

Adrian Badea
Adrian Badea

Chief Executive Officer

Helen Ciric
Helen Ciric

Perspective. Strategy. Problem solver. Product Leadership

Bruno do Canto Salles
Bruno do Canto Salles

Business Development | Head of Innovation | Product

Simone Franke
Simone Franke

Entrepreneur | Community Builder | Founder of Pappus Agency & She Sapiens

Rui Bruno
Rui Bruno

Business Innovation | M&A | Consulting Insurance | Head Developing & Teams | Consumer Insights

Simone Siebra
Simone Siebra

Angel Investor at Angels Wallet | Co-Founder Angel Investor Club

Start-ups

Opportunity

We are looking for 20 startups founded by women and women in tech

  • platforms and apps
  • in Agribusiness, SaaS, Climate Change, AgriTech, EdTech, BlueTech, FinTech
  • located in Portugal
  • prototype, users or paying users stage

Why join?

  • Show your innovative ideas in a friendly environment with fewer fears and emotions.
  • Create real interaction with investors, not just 10 minutes pitches. Win a prize
  • Grow your network
  • Spend a few days with amazing women and investors
  • Learn and have fun on the beach

How to apply

You can apply for Ela apresenta na praia at any time.

Apply HERE

You will need pitch deck and respond to a short set of questions about your business and your team.

Cost

The cost is 300 euro / person

Included:

  • Ticket for the event
  • Welcome drinks
  • Water and coffee during the event
  • An article in the She is Mom newsletter and social media
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Promise

I can’t promise you an investment, but I can promise:

  • Time to shine in a friendly space
  • Time to communicate with the investors for 4 days
  • No competition, all the teams will be rewarded with valuable prizes
  • Opportunity to know the human side of the investors
  • A real chance to validate your business model

Investors

Opportunity

We are looking for 10 investors and a business angel who want to meet a startup for more than 10 minutes as standard pitches are…

There are no Sharks or Dragons, only you, as an Angel Investor with actual questions and proven experience, will participate in the live broadcast of Ela apresenta na praia.

What's in it for you?

  • Opportunity to invest in teams, not in numbers
  • Grow your empathy for startups
  • Invest in women's startups
  • Create social impact and contribute to gender equity in tech
  • Learn more about personality profile - an interactive workshop dedicate to you
  • Networking with investors
  • Have fun and visit nice places

Register

You can register to be an investor for Ela apresenta na praia at any time.

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Investment

ESSENTIAL package - 690 euro for 4 days

Included:

  • Ticket for the event
  • Welcome drinks
  • Dinner on the first day
  • Water and coffee during the event
  • An article in the She is Mom newsletter and social media
  • The badge that you support women entrepreneurs
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ONE-DAY package - 190 euro for 1 day

Included:

  • Ticket for the day
  • Water and coffee during the event
  • An article in the She is Mom newsletter and social media
  • The badge that you support women entrepreneurs
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Sponsors

Opportunity

For companies that want to support innovative startups made by women.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to create a social impact
  • Support women founders
  • Increase your employer's brand
  • Generate attention and attract talent
  • Create a bridge between startups and corporate
  • Opportunity to add a start-up business to your ecosystem
  • Opportunity to invest for the award of startups

Sponsor packages

SILVER package - 3000 euro

  • 2 complimentary tickets for the event
  • 1-minute video of commercial advertisements displayed during the event
  • Company name mentioned on pre- and post-event media coverage by our Media Partners
  • Dedicated newsletter Interview
  • Acknowledgment and company logo on our dedicated website event page throughout the year
  • Special mention by our special guest as the event’s Silver Sponsors
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SUN package - 6000 euro

  • 4 tickets for the event
  • 2 minutes video of commercial advertisements displayed during the event
  • Company name mentioned on pre- and post-event media coverage by our Media Partners
  • One joint editorial interview (online press)
  • Acknowledgment and company logo on our dedicated website event page throughout the year
  • Invitation from our MC to perform 3' speech on stage
  • Special mention by our special guest as the event's SUN Sponsor
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Become a sponsor

You can become a sponsor for Ela apresenta na praia at any time.

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Supporters

Opportunity

To collaborate to support women entrepreneurship and to be a part of a networking event.

Benefits

  • Engage with our diverse network of startups, investors, sponsors
  • Access to resources and mentors for future success
  • Be a part of a community of like-minded individuals
  • Have fun

Supporter Ticket

150 euro / day

Include

  • Ticket for the event
  • Welcome drinks
  • Water and coffee during the event
  • The badge that you support women entrepreneurs
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Be a supporter

You can become a support for Ela apresenta na praia at any time.

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Our Partners