6 Startups. One Stage. Your Moment.
Pitch live to investors, mentors, and tech leaders who open real doors—land pilots, raise faster, and grow in one of Europe's rising tech hubs.
You didn't build your startup to be ignored.
Organized by the University of Algarve, Algarve STP, and Algarve Evolution — the Summit connects founders, funders, and future-makers shaping the tech scene in southern Europe.
Location
Lagos, Algarve, Portugal
Date
Thursday, November 6th, 2025
Deadline to Apply
Deadline reached - Register as visitor
Is this for you?
Stage
Idea, Pre-Seed, Seed, Growth and Expansion (for Funded & Bootstrapped businesses)
Verticals
Tech & SaaS, AI & Blockchain, Sustainability & Education, Travel, Tourism & Lifestyle, B2B and B2C solutions, If you're building something smart and scalable.
Geography
Algarve-based preferred; or doing business in Algarve
Team
solo founders or teams
Language
on-stage pitches in English
Fees & travel
no fee to apply or pitch; travel & accommodation not covered
We're looking for ambition, momentum, and a clear next step.
How It Works
Apply Online
It takes 5 minutes.
Get Selected
Only 6 startups make the stage.
Pitch Live
5 minutes pitch + 5 minutes Q&A with the judges.
Make Connections
Network with the region's most influential innovators.
See the energy from last year.
Highlights from the Startup Showcase — the room, the reactions, the momentum.
Finalists from 2024 included Sea4Us, ExpressTEC, RatRig, TieSports, Briganti Ocean Systems, and Easy Harvest.
Judges & Mentors
Learn from experts who have helped scale startups across Europe.
Success Stories
Startups from last year that turned stage time into real traction.
RatRig
"Taking part in the startup showcase was a turning point for me. In just five minutes, I gained exposure to hundreds of potential investors and mentors, sparking valuable connections I hadn't accessed before. The organizers' guidance sharpened my pitch, and the event's top-tier production—including a keynote-style video I still use today—boosted our transition to a new business line at a critical moment."
Sea4Us
"From the get go, I felt that everyone was working towards startups giving their best on stage. From the great mentorship by Isabel, to the critical feedback from the jury, and the great organization and venue. Totally recommend, regardless if you are starting or already with some years under your belt. For learning, exposure, networking… it's a win win."
ExpressTEC
"After the 2024 Tech Summit, we secured pilot programs and expanded into new markets."
What participants receive
Pitch coaching session
Live on-stage pitch (5+5) with jury Q&A
Professionally filmed pitch clip
VIP investor & mentor mixer access
Press & social amplification
Applications are now closed.
Hope to see you at the Algarve Tech Summit! Register as a visitor to join us.
November 6th, 2025 • Lagos, Algarve