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Final
The second phase: refine your business model through mentoring and compete in the Grand Final.
- Date
- April 2027
- Format
- Final pitch
- Venue
- To be defined
What it is
The decisive stage of the national competition:
• Selection of 10 finalist teams from the 20 semi-finalists.
• Second phase of intensive mentorship and personalized support to refine the business model and pitch.
• Final presentation before the Jury and audience at the Grand Final.
• Selection of the top 3 winners who share €10,000 in prizes and the opportunity to represent Portugal in Boston (USA).
What you need to deliver
• Updated pitch materials (revised presentation and documentation following mentorship, in English).
• Live Final Pitch presentation delivered to the judging panel and invited audience.
How it is assessed
Jury evaluation focused on three key dimensions:
• Project growth and progress achieved during mentorship.
• Business Plan & Impact (financial viability, execution plan, originality, and market potential).
• Quality of the Final Pitch (technical mastery, clarity, persuasive delivery, and Q&A handling).