Researcher
SoS: Researchers alumni
Review
It was a very interesting programme. The examples presented were very relevant to us as researchers, something that is not usual in this area. The presentation of the content was very accessible.
Alumni
Researcher
SoS: Researchers alumni
Review
I loved everything. The mentors undoubtedly contributed to the evolution of our project and I learned a lot from them. I loved the entrepreneur's presentation, something to definitely keep.
Alumni
Sérgio Lopes
Foundations User
Foundations
José Sampaio
Foundations User
Foundations
Mirela de Assis
Education Sciences Student
Alumni SoS Students 2024
Students
João Pedro
Music Student
Alumni SoS Students 2024
Review
I think we understand everything that the city of Porto wants: to bring people here and retain talent, to turn it into a hub for startups and innovation. That made me very happy to be able to participate.
Students
José Silva
Engineering and Industrial Management student
Alumni SoS Students 2024
Students
Joel Santos
Sustainable Chemistry PhD student
Review
The most important and valuable thing for me was the communication issue. We’ve learned from communicators’ experience and knowledge to pass our message and convince the audience either through a pitch, a suited product presentation, and even on a more scientific or technical project in the chemistry field.
Researchers
João Moniz Gomes
Tatara Razors
Review
It is not enough to have the idea, determination and dynamism. To create a business, you have to start. Making decisions towards our goal and being surrounded by people who positively influence us on this path is very important. The School of Startups was exactly that "fuel" for Tatara Razors and allowed us to transform an idea into a sustainable and successful business.
Entrepreneurs
Gonçalo Marques
Shoevenir
Review
School of Startups allowed us to add important knowledge to our project so that we would be prepared for the market when we were ready to set up the company. We addressed important topics related to accounting and the industry in which we operate and we also had access to the UPTEC network. We can only suggest signing up if you want to step forward.
Entrepreneurs
Samuel Gonçalves
SUMMARY
Review
The School of Startups worked as the real kick-off for SUMMARY’s activity. At that moment, it was just me and a PC. In this programme, for the very first time, I got the tool kit I needed to make it grow: building a network and getting mentoring and practical knowledge about pricing, marketing and communication.
Entrepreneurs
Filipa Frois Almeida
FAHR 021.3
Review
FAHR 021.3 participated in the School of Startups in 2014, at a time when it was an early stage. This participation was important, as it provided FAHR knowledge and tools, which helped to establish new directions. We also had the opportunity to share information with other colleagues and meet potential partner companies and customers.
Entrepreneurs
Tiago Sá
Wisecrop
Review
The School of Startups was extremely important for our journey. It gave us fundamental skills for creating a solid and robust company. The mentoring we received from the beginning of the programme was —and still is— absolutely essential for Wisecrop’s success.
Entrepreneurs
Luís Sousa Vieira
B-parts
Review
The School of startups proved invaluable in acquiring the necessary skills to launch our company successfully. It provided comprehensive training and mentorship. Through workshops, networking events, and one-on-one guidance, we gained the confidence and knowledge to navigate the challenges of entrepreneurship and build a solid foundation for our company's growth.
Entrepreneurs
Sara Nunes
Building Pictures
Review
When I enrolled in the first class of the School of Startups, Building Pictures was just a dream! Turning that dream into a business was only possible with UPTEC. More than just training on how to develop a business plan, it gave us access to a network of mentors, contacts and projects that made our value proposition more solid.
Entrepreneurs
Bruno Azevedo
Addvolt
Review
Our path on the School of Startups was an important moment for our growth as entrepreneurs and anticipated the implementation of our mission as a team and company. Before that, we developed technology and during the programme, we got resources to develop value propositions for society, clients and partners.
Entrepreneurs
Tatiana Sá Marques
WiseShape
Review
Participating in the School of Startups allowed me to acquire more knowledge on fundamental issues for developing and consolidating the WiseShape project. The sessions were always very diverse and interactive and the speakers made their contacts available so that we could clarify specific doubts about our project, making the programme more complete and efficient. The follow-up meetings with UPTEC's team were also useful in helping to define strategies and concretise actions.