🚀 Founders Connect | Lisbon 2026

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When Plans Change, Connections Don’t Have To! 🎤 3-Minute Startup Pitches | 💡 Real Feedback | 🤝 Global Networking 📅 11 November 2026 | Virtual Meetup | Free to Join ⸻ 🤝 Why We’re Bringing Founders Together Founders and entrepreneurs from around the world have travelled to Lisbon for Web Summit 2026 to showcase their startups, exchange ideas and build meaningful connections. Unfortunately, due to severe weather conditions, Web Summit Day 2 (11 November) has been cancelled. While everyone’s safety comes first, we thought — why not make the most of this unexpected free time and connect virtually? Let’s share what we’re building, exchange honest feedback and make meaningful connections. No big stage. No formal presentations. Just founders connecting with founders! ⸻ 🎤 What to Expect? 🚀 Pitch Your Startup — Introduce your startup, the problem you’re solving and your solution in just 3 minutes. 💡 Get Real Feedback — Receive genuine, constructive suggestions from fellow founders to help improve your startup. 🤝 Make Connections — Meet entrepreneurs from different countries, industries and backgrounds. 🌱 Learn & Exchange Ideas — Discover interesting startups and share experiences. ⸻ ⭐ Limited Startup Pitch Slots! The first 12–15 startups will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis for a 3-minute pitch each. The idea is simple: share what you’re building, receive valuable feedback and connect with fellow founders. No pitch deck needed! Even if you’re not pitching, you’re welcome to join, listen, share your perspectives and network. ⸻ ⏱️ Event Agenda (60 Minutes) Duration Activity 5 min 👋 Welcome & Introductions 40 min 🎤 Startup Pitches (3 Minutes Each) 10 min 💡 Feedback & Open Discussion 5 min 🤝 Networking & Closing Timings may be adjusted slightly based on participation. ⸻ 📍 Event Details 📅 Date: Wednesday, 11 November 2026 💻 Location: Online / Virtual 🎟️ Participation: Free ⏳ Duration: Approximately 60 Minutes 📩 Joining Link: Shared with registered participants 👥 Who Can Join: Startup founders, entrepreneurs, innovators, mentors and anyone interested in connecting with the startup community. 💬 Stay Connected Once you register, you’ll automatically join the event’s chat group, where you can introduce yourself, connect with other participants, share thoughts and continue conversations before and after the meetup. ⸻ 🚀 Let’s Turn an Unexpected Pause Into an Opportunity! Come with your startup story, an open mind and a willingness to help fellow founders grow. 👉 Register Free & Join the Conversation! ⸻ ℹ️ Important Disclaimer This is an independent, informal, founder-led networking initiative. It is not organized, sponsored, endorsed by or affiliated with Web Summit or its organizers. The meetup has been initiated voluntarily following the cancellation of Day 2, simply to help founders connect, exchange ideas and make constructive use of the time. The session is entirely virtual. Everyone’s safety remains the priority, and participants should continue following local authorities’ weather and safety guidance.