Associação Acredita Portugal

Associação Acredita Portugal is a nonprofit organization based in Lisbon, Portugal, dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and fostering innovation across the country. Founded with the mission to create opportunities and drive positive change, the organization provides tools, knowledge, and support for individuals and startups to turn their ideas into impactful businesses. Since 2010, Acredita Portugal has supported 101,818 projects and helped test 12,297 new business models in real-world contexts, according to its official website. The organization operates as an incubator, offering programs such as Acredita Incubação and the City 2.0 Incubation Program, which focuses on accelerating startups that tackle urban challenges. By connecting innovative solutions with resources, mentors, and networks, Acredita Portugal aims to build smarter, more sustainable cities while supporting entrepreneurial talent. The organization also highlights success cases and partners, and it has supported brands such as DoctorGummy and Meia Dúzia, which are showcased on its website. Acredita Portugal is led by a team of innovators with expertise in the startup and innovation landscape, including CEO Miguel Queimado and COO Vinck de Bragança. The organization remains a private, nonprofit entity with no publicly traded status.

Associação Acredita Portugal was established to support entrepreneurship and innovation in Portugal. According to its official website, since 2010 it has supported 101,818 projects and helped test 12,297 new business models in real-world contexts. The organization operates as a nonprofit and provides tools, knowledge, and support for individuals and startups. Over time, it has developed incubation programs, including Acredita Incubação and the City 2.0 Incubation Program, which focuses on urban challenges. The organization has also supported and showcased brands such as DoctorGummy and Meia Dúzia. Its team includes experienced innovators, with Miguel Queimado serving as CEO and Vinck de Bragança as COO. The organization continues to empower entrepreneurs and foster innovation across Portugal.

• 2010

  Since 2010, Acredita Portugal has supported 101,818 projects and tested 12,297 new business models.

Nonprofit entrepreneurship and innovation enabler in Portugal

• Acredita Incubação

  Incubator that empowers startups to build, validate, and scale their products.

• City 2.0 Incubation Program

  Program focused on accelerating startups that tackle urban challenges.

1. 1Acredita Portugalacreditaportugal.org
2. 2Team & About US AAP | Acredita Portugalacreditaportugal.org
3. 3Incubados and Acredita Incubação | Acredita Portugalacreditaportugal.org
4. 4Associação Acredita Portugal (Portugal)wikidata.org