24 Mar 2025

Set.Up Guimarães followed trends in innovation and entrepreneurship at IncubX Madeira

On March 20 and 21, Set.Up Guimarães crossed the Atlantic to attend IncubX Madeira, one of the most influential events for incubators and accelerators in Portugal.    Organized by Startup Portugal, this gathering became a true epicenter of ideas, bringing together a hundred incubator managers, experts, and institutional representatives in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.    The two-day event was filled with entrepreneurial energy, where Set.Up Guimarães not only gained valuable insights into the management

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18 Mar 2025

Set.Up Guimarães brings entrepreneurial inspiration to UTAD

On March 11, Set.Up Guimarães visited UTAD for a dynamic and idea-filled session on entrepreneurship. The GeoSciences auditorium at ECVA hosted a workshop titled "Entrepreneurship with Purpose: The Importance of a Strong Value Proposition."   Participants immersed themselves in the entrepreneurial world, exploring how to define an irresistible value proposition and test ideas through a Minimum Viable Product (MVP). Through shared insights and hands-on challenges, they discovered ways to transform innovative solutions into products that

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14 Mar 2025

Vouchers for Startups: Applications open until April 14th to support green and digital products 

The "Vouchers for Startups - New Green and Digital Products" program has opened a new phase of applications, which will run from March 17th to April 14th.  The major change in this edition is the removal of the mandatory green component criterion, making the support more inclusive and accessible to a larger number of startups.  The program's objective remains the same: to foster the development of new digital products and services, driving innovation and competitiveness

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13 Mar 2025

IPCA promotes support for companies in accessing environmental incentives and tax benefits. Registrations open until March 20th  

  The Research Centre for Accounting and Taxation at the Polytechnic Institute of Cávado and Ave (IPCA) has launched a new initiative aimed at companies, with the goal of facilitating access to tax incentives in the environmental area. Registrations are open until March 20, 2025.    The project, titled “Dealing with Climate Change through Environmental Taxation Initiatives,” offers specialized training and support, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).    The program, which

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11 Mar 2025

Companies can apply until march for the 11th edition of the APEE Recognition of Social Responsibility and Sustainability Practices Award 

Applications are now open for the 11th edition of the Recognition of Practices in Social Responsibility and Sustainability, an initiative promoted by the Portuguese Association for Business Ethics (APEE). The application deadline is the end of March.    The association aims to distinguish companies and organizations that implement sustainable and socially responsible management models. The recognition is awarded in four different categories: Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Honorable Mention.    Awarded companies will receive a distinction

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7 Mar 2025

Guimarães to host the Deaf Champions League 2026 and seeks sponsors for the event

  The city of Guimarães will host the Deaf Champions League (DCL) 2026, one of the largest European sports events dedicated to the deaf community. The event will be organized by the Guimarães and Vale do Ave Deaf Sports Association (ASGVA), a social solidarity organization that is currently seeking sponsors and business partners for the event.    The DCL, which is equivalent to the UEFA Champions League but for deaf athletes, will bring together futsal

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6 Mar 2025

Set.Up Guimarães organizes session on “Entrepreneurship with Purpose” at UTAD

Set.Up Guimarães is back with a new session dedicated to entrepreneurship. On March 11th, at 11:15 AM, the GeoSciences Auditorium at the School of Life and Environmental Sciences (ECVA) at UTAD will host a session on the topic "Entrepreneurship with Purpose: The importance of a strong value proposition."    The initiative will cover key topics for those looking to start a project. The goal is to help participants understand how to identify, create, and communicate

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5 Mar 2025

EIT Health launches Women Entrepreneurship Bootcamp to support female health entrepreneurs 

  EIT Health has announced the launch of the Women Entrepreneurship Bootcamp, a program aimed at supporting health startups led or co-led by women. The program offers training, mentorship, and access to a network of contacts to help participants develop and grow their businesses.    The bootcamp will be held in a hybrid format, both in-person and online, in various locations across Europe, covering topics such as business strategy, innovation, and product development.    Applications

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3 Mar 2025

Set.Up Guimarães kicks off Creative Sessions with Daniel Teixeira on the Power of Branding

  On February 27, Set.Up Guimarães hosted a new edition of the Creative Sessions, titled "Building Brands That Stand Out: The Power of Branding," led by Daniel Teixeira, Co-Founder and CEO of Vogal and mentor at Set.Up Guimarães.    The LabPac Creative Base Incubator in Guimarães was the stage for this gathering, where entrepreneurs, creatives, and innovative minds came together to uncover the secrets behind successful brands.    The session aimed to explore best practices

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27 Feb 2025

Start-up of the Month: Sentinel incubated in Guimarães, expands to Spain

Set.Up Guimarães continues to highlight the entrepreneurial ecosystem of the municipality, and this month, the featured start-up is Sentinel. Incubated at TecPark, the company specializes in developing innovative computer vision and artificial intelligence solutions for the industry. Its work contributes to optimizing production processes and improving product quality. Founded four years ago by Joel Alves, Álvaro Oliveira, and Rui Moreira, Sentinel has a team of 16 employees and has been making a name for itself

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