November 22 2019 –

A third HQA program location opened on November 22 2019. HQA business incubation and R&D can now take place on the West Coast of Portugal, approximately an hour north of Lisbon.

Empowered Startups is pleased to announce it has formed a partnership with the Instituto Politecnico de Leiria. This internationally-recognized research institution boasts three campuses, with approval to build a €3M EU-funded facility designed specifically to support innovative startups.

IP Leiria has demonstrated expertise in the areas of health-tech, ocean-tech, and sustainable development.

Empowered Startups strong ties with IDDnet, Leiria’s government-backed startup booster, further enhances professional integration opportunities for HQA program participants.

– Empowered Startups Portugal