Lisbon Challenge
Lisbon Challenge is the acceleration program focused on the people behind the startup, designed to hone your skills and prepare you to face the challenges ahead. For 10 weeks, up…
Lisbon Challenge at a glance
| Address | Lisbon, Portugal |
|---|---|
| Programmes | 2 standing programmes |
| Official website | lisbon-challenge.com |
Programmes they run
Standing programmes at Lisbon Challenge, separate from the funding calls above.
Lisbon Challenge
AcceleratorA 10-week acceleration program for early-stage tech startups focused on team and business growth, culminating in an Investment Day.
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The program supports up to 15 startups from around the world and is mentorship-driven, offering modules on validation, product and tech, growth, and investment preparation. Investment partners offer funding for equity. Alumni benefit from a post-program Portfolio Management phase for 6 months, including free office space and additional mentorship. It looks for entrepreneurs with experience or considerable knowledge, tech software oriented, market interest validation, global market potential, working MVP, and 2-4 founders with at least one technical founder.
Beta-start
FellowshipA one-month pre-accelerator program in Lisbon for idea-stage tech startups with free office space and no equity taken.
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The program focuses on weekly topics including Problem, Solution, Viability, and Go-to-market. It provides mentoring, coaching, and workshops on main needs for idea-stage startups, culminating in a Demo Day with potential partners, customers, and early-stage investors.
Incubation tracks
The routes into Lisbon Challenge, and what each one includes.
| Track | Type | Space | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lisbon ChallengeThe acceleration program lasts 10 weeks. Investment partners offer 70k for 7% of equity, with 15k for 2% to all startups joining the program, and 55k for 5% after the program for selected startups. | Acceleration | — | Mentorship, Workshops, Investment Opportunities, Networking, Fast track to Corporate Pilot Programs, Alumni Program access |
| Beta-startA one-month pre-accelerator program for early-stage tech startups with a product or prototype, focusing on problem, solution, viability, and go-to-market. No equity is taken. | Pre-incubation | — | Free office space, Mentoring and coaching, Workshops, Demo Day, Alumni Network access |
| Portfolio ManagementA 6-month post-program support phase for alumni of the Lisbon Challenge program, including investment incubation. | Resident incubation | — | Free office space, Additional Mentorship, Product Optimization, Growing Initial Paying Customers |
Labs & facilities
Equipment and space on campus.
office space
Support services
Help offered alongside funding and space.
About Lisbon Challenge
Lisbon Challenge is the acceleration program focused on the people behind the startup, designed to hone your skills and prepare you to face the challenges ahead. For 10 weeks, up to 15 startups will be joining us in Lisbon, one of the most vibrant startup ecosystems.
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Frequently asked questions about Lisbon Challenge
What does Lisbon Challenge do?
Lisbon Challenge is the acceleration program focused on the people behind the startup, designed to hone your skills and prepare you to face the challenges ahead. For 10 weeks, up to 15 startups will be joining us in Lisbon, one of the most vibrant startup ecosystems.
Where is Lisbon Challenge located?
Lisbon Challenge is located at Lisbon, Portugal.
What programs does Lisbon Challenge run?
Lisbon Challenge runs Lisbon Challenge and Beta-start.
What facilities does Lisbon Challenge offer?
Lisbon Challenge offers office space.
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