SIM it’s where it all connects.

SIM Conference is where founders, investors and corporates meet with intention. Two days in Porto, built around curated formats that turn conversations into follow-up.

Building a Second Nature

The future doesn’t happen to us, it happens because of us.

Technology has never been more powerful; what sets founders apart is what they point it at.

For Founders

Curated Connections

  • Meet investors, founders and the people who move the ecosystem, with intros designed in, not left to chance
  • Showcase your product where investors and media are actually circulating
  • Pitch on the main stage, if the jury selects you
  • Bring your team: Startup Pack tickets include up to 3 seats, after validation

Founders first, learn and give back

SIM is a space for founders to share what they know and learn from each other. Come with a clear view of where your startup is going, meet investors who match your stage, build relationships with peers, and find the talent to grow.

Showcase your startup

Show up as a Startup Pack founder and get more than a seat in the room:

  • Present your product where investors and media are actually looking
  • Meet the right investors through Speed Dating and curated matching, not luck
  • Pitch on the main stage, if the jury selects you
  • Bring your team: up to 3 tickets per startup, after validation

LIMITED AVAILABILITY: Accepted on a First Come, First Served Basis

For Investors

Curated Connections

Meet startups suggested to match your dealflow interests, with concierge support from our team ahead of the event to point you to the ones that fit your portfolio. 

Opportunity to meet and connect with the Portuguese ecosystem

Founders, incubators and talent based in Portugal. Meet new startups mapped and curated by Startup Portugal.

Expand your network

SIM is where you meet high-potential startups on purpose. As an investor, you get:

  • Curated matches to your dealflow, with startup insights shared where founders opt in
  • Speed Dating and premium networking (Sail & Match, Round Tables, Workshops)
  • Venture Lounge access and a seat at Venture Circles and Reverse Pitch
  • One ticket, full access for your team across both days