12 May 2026

Innovation with a human face: young entrepreneurs inspire Guimarães

As part of the Guimarães Youth Month celebrations, IDEGUI was the stage today for a vibrant exchange between the academic world and market reality. The initiative brought together young talent and top entrepreneurs to discuss how to transform prototypes into successful businesses. The roundtable featured three protagonists who are redefining innovation in the region: Francisco Mendes (Solução Soalheira): Explained how he is taking roof maintenance to another level, using state-of-the-art drones for roof cleaning. Carolina

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8 May 2026

Creative session Produtech DIH: Services to boost competitiveness | Sessão online | 21 maio

  Secure the future of your business: learn about Produtech DIH support to implement AI and modernize industrial processes! | ONLINE SESSION   Digital transformation and the adoption of innovative technologies are decisive factors in increasing the competitiveness and adaptability of industrial companies. However, many SMEs and startups face challenges related to the integration of technological solutions, data quality and security, or the practical application of artificial intelligence tools in their processes and products. Produtech

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5 May 2026

LABPAC session highlights critical risks in startups’ tax and accounting management

Today, at LABPAC Incubadora Criativa, a session on “Common mistakes in tax and accounting management of startups and small businesses” brought together entrepreneurs and managers seeking to strengthen skills in a key area for business sustainability.   Throughout the session, the main risk factors that continue to undermine startup performance were addressed, namely the lack of structured financial planning, limited awareness of tax obligations, and poor document organization. The negative impact of decisions based on

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27 Apr 2026

Session “Most Common Mistakes in Tax and Accounting Management for Startups and Companies”

  On May 5th, at 10:00 AM, LABPAC Creative Incubator will host a special session dedicated to the topic “Most Common Mistakes in Tax and Accounting Management for Startups and Small Businesses.”   The most common mistakes in tax and accounting management among startups and companies continue to be one of the main factors of fragility and failure: from the lack of financial planning and insufficient knowledge of tax obligations, to poor document organization and

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16 Apr 2026

Set.Up Guimarães strengthens its impact at TSI2Market, at the University of Minho.

The TSI2Market initiative, promoted by AIS.SC UMinho, took place throughout this week, strengthening the connection between academia and the business sector through workshops, networking sessions, and direct interaction with technology companies and innovation ecosystem stakeholders.   Set.Up Guimarães took part in the initiative, with a presence at the job and entrepreneurship fair, contributing to the visibility of the entrepreneurial ecosystem of the municipality of Guimarães.   The week also included the TSI2Market Hackathon, which challenged

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16 Apr 2026

Mês J: Youth, Future and Action in Guimarães

“Mês J” initiative was officially presented, marking the launch of a programme dedicated to empowering young people in Guimarães.   Mês J stands out as a central initiative within the Municipality of Guimarães’ youth strategy, promoting participation, capacity-building, and the active involvement of young people in shaping the city’s future. With a diverse programme covering areas such as associativism, training, inclusion, and entrepreneurship, it highlights the dynamism of the local youth ecosystem.   In this

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1 Apr 2026

Startups Axios Care and Dermaleaf showcase their innovative potential at the University of Minho

Two startups from the Set.Up IN(dustry) acceleration program, developed by Set.Up Guimarães, took the stage at the University of Minho during the final session of SpinUM – the University of Minho’s Business Ideas Competition, organized by TecMinho.   Axios Care and Dermaleaf were among the projects that stood out throughout the afternoon, presenting innovative solutions to an audience filled with participants, entrepreneurs, and ecosystem experts.   Axios Care combines smart sensors and SaaS software to

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30 Mar 2026

From Idea to Market: how to turn concepts into viable startups

The creation of a startup often begins with an idea. However, the difference between an idea and a successful business lies in the ability to validate, execute, and adapt to the market.   The first step is to understand the problem you aim to solve. Effective solutions arise from real needs. This is followed by validation: testing hypotheses with potential customers, gathering feedback, and refining the value proposition. This process helps reduce uncertainty and avoid

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30 Mar 2026

From territory to innovation: the role of incubators in economic development

In an increasingly competitive global context, the territories that stand out are those capable of transforming knowledge into economic value. In this scenario, incubators play a strategic role by supporting entrepreneurs in the early stages of their projects, reducing risks and accelerating growth.   In Guimarães, Set.Up Guimarães positions itself as a platform supporting qualified entrepreneurship, fostering the connection between ideas, talent, and the market. More than a physical space, it is an ecosystem that

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23 Mar 2026

Women’s entrepreneurship: creativity, exposure and consolidation at the LabPac creative incubator

    The growth of the creative industries in Guimarães has been accompanied by an increasingly evident phenomenon: the leading role of women entrepreneurs who, from the LabPac creative incubator, are establishing themselves in the market through art, experimentation, and the public showcasing of their work.   Embedded within the Set.Up Guimarães ecosystem, LabPac has operated as an incubation space where creative talent is transformed into projects with identity and viability. In this context, several

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