For Startups
Three ways in. One conference built for founders.
Three tickets, three sets of perks. Pick the one that matches where your startup is right now, and buy it directly.
FOR EARLY-STAGE FOUNDERS
Startup Pack | RISING
Pre-seed to seed · up to 3 tickets, after validation
✔ Full event access — talks, workshops, app
✔ Logo on SIM website
✔ Matching activities (mentorship, Sail & Match, etc.)
✔ Showcase slot (1 day) — your moment on the floor
✔ Shot at the Pitch Competition, for selected startups
✔ First intro to public agencies (e.g.: Turismo PT, NEST, AICEP)
For startups legally recognized in Portugal, with an own website and product, giving their first steps in the ecosystem. Startups must fulfill the Eligibility Criteria.
FOR SCALING TEAMS
Startup Pack | SCALING
Breakout to Series A+ · up to 3 tickets, after validation
✔ Full event access — talks, workshops, app
✔ Logo on SIM website
✔ Optional showcase slot
✔ Possibility of invite to talk on stage
✔ Full investor and corporate contact list
✔ Access to segmented matching activities
✔ Exclusive networking moment with other Scaling startups
For startups legally recognized in Portugal, with a significant amount raised or significant revenue generated in the past fiscal year. Startups must fulfill the Eligibility Criteria.
FOR EARLY-STAGE FOUNDERS
Startup STANDARD
Any startup stage, no showcase · 1 ticket
✔ Full event access — talks, workshops, app
✔ Two days of content and networking
✘ No logo on SIM website
✘ No showcase slot
✘ No other perks
✘ No investor list or side events
Open to anyone — no eligibility check needed.
❓ Not sure which one fits? If in doubt, just pick one. When we review your eligibility form, we’ll make sure you’re on the right track and sort it out with you.
SUPER EARLY BIRD
+80% discount!
29€
(150 tickets available! – first-come, first-served)
Prices only increase!
How it works
1 | Buy your ticket
Choose Rising, Scaling, or Standard and complete your purchase directly.
2 | Fill in the eligibility form
Startup Pack tickets need the form completed within 5 days of purchase.
3 | We review your startup
Our team checks your info against the eligibility criteria for your tier.
4 | Get confirmed and ready
You’ll get an email confirming the next steps.
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What you get from SIM Conference
SIM Conference is not just about attending sessions. It is about making the right connections in the right context.
Visibility that goes beyond a logo
Showcase your startup, be present where investors and media are actively circulating, and make it easier for the right people to discover what you’re building.
Investor access with more structure
From app-based meetings to matching activities, SIM Conference helps compress months of outreach into two focused days. That matches the event’s own startup messaging and the founder personas defined for 2026.
A stronger network, before you need it
Meet founders, operators, incubators, corporates, and ecosystem players in one place. Even if you are not raising right now, SIM Conference helps you build the relationships that matter later.
FAQ
Will I actually meet investors?
Yes. SIM Conference is built to help startups and investors meet with more intention, through curated formats, app-based networking, and opportunities designed to make follow-up easier.
How do I know if I'm Rising or Scaling?
If your startup has raised a significant amount or has generated a significant amount of revenue in the past fiscal year, Scaling is likely the better fit. Everyone else starts as Rising. If in doubt, just pick one and we’ll confirm the right tier when we review your form.
Can I bring more than one person from my startup?
Yes. Startup Pack tickets (Rising or Scaling) allow up to 3 tickets per startup, after validation. Startup Standard includes 1 ticket.