The Algarve as a Destination for Global Knowledge-Sharing Events

Talks

Opening Summit Speech
Linda Pereira (Ambassador, World Talents); Tatiana Teixeira; Ricardo Barroca
Done
All Your Business on One Platform: Odoo Workshop
Vasco Rodrigues (Corvanis)
Done
Crossing Borders Through International Collaboration
With Silvia da Paz (Algarve Evolution) moderating, joined by Rahul Saxena (CREATE-X, Georgia Tech), Ondrej Spala (ICE Kirkenes - Arctic Circular Economy Summit), and António Guerreiro (Algarve Evolution)
Done
Beyond Training: The DIBEST Digital Transformation Journey
With Ana Moreno (B16) moderating, joined by Margarida Morais (DIZTINTA), Catarina Silva (Quimera Travel Experiences), and Beatriz Cortez (Be Surf School).
Done
One Year Later: Startup Showcase 2024 Alumni Reflections
With Wouter Heijnen (COREangels Algarve) moderating, joined by Sonat Duyar (Rat Rig), Tânia Catarina Ferreira (Sea4Us), Francisco Machado (Easy Harvest), Christopher Barrett (Briganti Ocean Systems Ltd), Joana Xavier (expressTEC)
Done
AI Agent-to-Agent Payments: Scaling to Trillions of Daily Micropayments
With Clarissa Peereboom (ABC) moderating, joined by Lou Kerner (CryptoMondays), and Hugo Martins (Tether)
Done
From Angels to Unicorns: The New Face of Investment in Portugal
With Damarys Zampini (Sustrategy) moderating, joined by Miguel Fernandes (Dengun), Wouter Heijnen (COREangels Algarve), and Pedro Ramalho Carlos (Shilling.vc)
Done
The Human Algorithm: Balancing Tech, Sustainability and Well-being in the Future of Tourism
With Antónia Correia (KIPT CoLAB) moderating, joined by Brian McClafferty (Where is Kevin), João Ministro (Proactivetur), Alicia M. Rodriguez (Restorative Retreats)
Done
Women of Impact: Community-Driven Leadership
With Linda Pereira (Women in Tech) moderating, joined by Agatha Bulha (JB Law Office), Penelope Gonçalves (local.foundation), and Marta Aragão (METIME)
Done
Kids Imagine the Future: Algarve 2050
Tatiana Teixeira: Francisco Barroca, Luke Fernandes, Luna Zampini, Ruby Heijnen
Done

Panel Events

Location: Main Stage - 11/7/25, 11:35 AM - 11/7/25, 11:55 AM (Europe/Lisbon) (20 minutes)

With Jorge Cabaço (ShareAlgarve) moderating, joined by Luís Segura (Algarve Tourism), Rui Barroca (designFAO), Miguel Barbosa (Tec2Med), Elena Dimitrova (TEDxPraça Gil Eanes)

Moderated by Jorge Cabaço (ShareAlgarve), this panel brings together André Gomes (Algarve Tourism), Rui Barroca (designFAO), Miguel (Tec2Med), and Elena Dimitrova (TEDxPraça Gil Eanes) to explore how the Algarve is strengthening its position as a hub for international conferences and creative gatherings, and what strategies can help attract even more global events, talent, and ideas to the region.

Miguel Barbosa

Truth seeker, biomedical engineer, entrepreneur, artist, and educator dedicated to healing and inspiring.

Rui Barroca

Helping startups design impactful products that resonate.

Elena Dimitrova

Elena Dimitrova, TEDxPraça Gil Eanes organizer, marketer, photographer, and storyteller.

Jorge Cabaco

Exec Director at Dengun & founder of Share Algarve. 15+ yrs in digital strategy, bridging creativity, tech & business.

Luís Segura

Expert in regional tourism policy, planning, data analysis, and fostering partnerships for sustainable tourism development.