
Unicorn Factory Lisboa
Platform of programs and hubs supporting startups and scaleups in Lisbon to achieve accelerated growth and sound business models.
Unicorn Factory Lisboa is a strategic platform designed to bolster the growth of startups and scaleups in Lisbon. Envisioned by the Lisbon City Council, it serves as a catalyst for economic development and innovation, attracting talent, new projects, and investment to the region. The platform offers a variety of programs and hubs inspired by international best practices, focusing on helping businesses create robust products and business models, develop efficient processes, and achieve sustained accelerated growth. Unicorn Factory Lisboa caters to startups in their initial years through incubation and support programs, while also providing scaleups with the necessary skills, mentoring, and connections to unlock their growth potential. Additionally, it offers a 'Soft Landing' program tailored for businesses moving to Lisbon, facilitating their integration and expansion in the local market. The business model revolves around providing these structured programs and services, generating revenue through partnerships, sponsorships, and possibly program fees. Keywords: startups, scaleups, Lisbon, growth, business models, incubation, mentoring, economic development, innovation, investment.