Grow Algarve "Pitch-nic"
🌊 PITCHNIC
When: Thursday, June 25, 2026 | 17:00 – 20:30
Where: Malhão, Salir
Host: Lenz G.
For this month’s Grow Algarve Meetup, we are escaping to the beautiful, rolling hills of Malhão (Salir) for a special summer edition. Our host Lenz is opening up his space—and his swimming pool—for an afternoon of networking, community building, and casual poolside pitches.
No formal stages, no PowerPoint slides, and definitely no suits. Just regional innovators, good conversations, and a refreshing dip.
⏱️ The Agenda
17:00 — Arrival & Welcome Dip: Show up, grab a spot by the water, and cool off.
17:45 — Poolside Pitches: Gather around (or in!) the pool to hear quick, informal pitches from local founders and project builders.
18:15 — The Collective "Pitch-nic" & Swim: We open up the food and drinks table. Network, swim, share feedback, and connect.
20:30 — Sunset Wrap-up: We’ll toast to the sunset over the Salir hills to close out the evening.
🎒 What You Need to Bring
This is a community-driven, collective event. To make it happen, please bring:
Swimwear & Towel: If you plan on taking a plunge.
Food & Drink to share: Think finger foods, snacks, local wine, or craft beers to add to the communal table.
Sustainability Mindset: Please bring reusable cups/plates, and no glass right next to the pool deck for safety!
🎤 Want to Pitch Your Project?
Are you building something exciting in the Algarve? Whether it’s a tech startup, a local craft project, or a creative agency, we want to hear about it. Pitches are casual and limited to 3 minutes.
To apply: Reply to this event or email [email protected] with the subject "PITCHNIC" and a 2-sentence summary of your project.
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🌱 Grow Algarve Meetup
Is our monthly gathering, spread across various municipalities in the Algarve. It's more than just a meetup; it's a dynamic platform to discuss business opportunities in a relaxed, social setting. Connect with like-minded entrepreneurs and professionals from diverse sectors and nationalities.
We nurture the ecosystem for startups and entrepreneurs to create global solutions from the Algarve.
A regional initiative, co-founded by Algarve Evolution, the University of Algarve, and Algarve STP, brings together businesses, academia, and public institutions. The goal is to advance the Algarve as an attractive hub for innovation, attracting companies, institutions, entrepreneurs, and investors.