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Dengun Founders Program

Dengun Founders Program

Find your Co-founders.

Fund, Launch and Accelerate your Tech Startup

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Find your Co-founder team Find your Co-founder team
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Who Should Apply?

Who Should Apply?

Build and grow your startup with the right co-founders, investment, and expertise!
Applications close October 22—don’t miss the chance to join our FREE 6-week accelerator program and tap into 300K+ funding.

Ready to take your startup global?

Build and grow your startup with the right co-founders, investment, and expertise!
Applications close October 18—don’t miss the chance to join our FREE 6-week accelerator program and tap into 300K funding.

Ready to take your startup global?

We’re looking for ambitious founders at all stages of the journey. Whether you’ve just dreamt up
your startup or you’re fighting through the early stages, we’ve got your back.

Founding Team Skills

Validation Level

Market Size

Founding Team Skills

Validation Level

Market Size

Founding Team Skills

Validation Level

Market Size

Startup Stages

From ideation to pre-seed and early stage

From ideation to pre-seed and early stage

Founding Team Skills

Validation Level

Market Size

Startup Stages

From ideation to pre-seed and early stage

All Nationalities Welcome

Yes, even martians are welcome :)

Yes, even martians are welcome :)

All Nationalities Welcome

Yes, even martians are welcome :)

Ambitious Founders

That want to build global products

Customer-Obsessed

Find your customers problems

Leaders

You will need to inspire your team

Ambitious Founders

That want to build global products

Customer-Obsessed

Find your customers problems

Leaders

You will need to inspire your team

Ambitious Founders

That want to build global products

Customer-Obsessed

Find your customers problems

Leaders

You will need to inspire your team

Ambitious Founders

That want to build global products

Customer-Obsessed

Find your customers problems

Leaders

You will need to inspire your team

Ambitious Founders

That want to build global products

Customer-Obsessed

Find your customers problems

Leaders

You will need to inspire your team

Global Citizens from anywhere

The program will be conducted in English, we welcome founders from all nationalities, know that the winners will pitch in Portugal in person.

The program will be conducted in English, we welcome founders from all nationalities, know that the winners will pitch in Portugal in person.

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Customer-Obsessed

Find your customers problems

Leaders

Inspire your team

Ambitious Founders

That want to build global products

Customer-Obsessed

Find your customers problems

Leaders

You will need to inspire your team

Ambitious Founders

That want to build global products

Customer-Obsessed

Find your customers problems

Leaders

You will need to inspire your team

Global Citizens from anywhere

The program will be conducted in English, we welcome founders from all nationalities, know that the winners will pitch in Portugal in person.

Framer

New PT contact form entry

Customer-Obsessed

Find your customers problems

Leaders

Inspire your team

AI

AI assistant

Sure, here's a summary:

Quokka BV experienced a 15%

increase in revenue to €120 million

from the previous year's…

Elon Musk

Why didn't my first startup make it?

Memoji Siena Sinner

AI

AI assistant

Sure, here's a summary:

Quokka BV experienced a 15%

increase in revenue to €120 million

from the previous year's…

Elon Musk

Why didn't my first startup make it?

Memoji Siena Sinner

AI

AI assistant

Sure, here's a summary:

Quokka BV experienced a 15%

increase in revenue to €120 million

from the previous year's…

Elon Musk

Why didn't my first startup make it?

Memoji Siena Sinner

AI

AI assistant

Sure, here's a summary:

Quokka BV experienced a 15%

increase in revenue to €120 million

from the previous year's…

Elon Musk

Why didn't my first startup make it?

Memoji Siena Sinner

1st and 2nd+ time Founders

1st and 2nd+ time Founders

Starting, been there, done that, and ready to do it again?

Let’s build something epic together.

Starting, been there, done that, and ready to do it again?

Let’s build something epic together.

AI

AI assistant

Sure, here's a summary:

Quokka BV experienced a 15%

increase in revenue to €120 million

from the previous year's…

Elon Musk

Why didn't my first startup make it?

Memoji Siena Sinner

1st and 2nd+ time Founders

Starting, been there, done that, and ready to do it again?

Let’s build something epic together.

Why Join Us ?

Why Join Us ?

FREE 6-Week Validation and Acceleration Program

Join a select group of visionaries with access to world-class mentors and industry leaders who've led over 30+ successful exits. With personalized 1-on-1 mentorship, you’ll gain the knowledge, network, and support needed to supercharge your startup's journey.

Join a select group of visionaries with access to world-class mentors and industry leaders who've led over 30+ successful exits. With personalized 1-on-1 mentorship, you’ll gain the knowledge, network, and support needed to supercharge your startup's journey.

30+ Exits

From our Mentors and Strategic Partners

From our Mentors and partners

Proven methods for fast validation and growth

15 world-class mentors with 30 successful exits

1-on-1 mentorship from industry leaders

30+ Exits

From our Mentors and Strategic Partners

Proven methods for fast validation and growth

15 world-class mentors with 30 successful exits

1-on-1 mentorship from industry leaders

300k Investment

300k Investment

Target Post-Program Raise for Winners

Access to early-stage investors with over 100 investments and 5 co-investment funds

300K $ targeted post-program raise

300K € targeted post-program raise

Entry into the EU market with the potential for an EU visa

300k Investment

Target Post-Program Raise for Winners

Access to early-stage investors with over 100 investments and 5 co-investment funds

300K $ targeted post-program raise

Entry into the EU market with the potential for an EU visa

20+ Builders

Product experts, Devs and Marketeers

A product team to build your MVP or solve growth challenges

Hands-on workshops for ideation, validation, and scaling

3 months of free office space in Portugal

20+ Builders

Product experts, Devs and Marketeers

A product team to build your MVP or solve growth challenges

Hands-on workshops for ideation, validation, and scaling

3 months of free office space in Portugal

Program Focus Areas

Program Focus Areas

Program Focus Areas

Traveltech

Traveltech

Traveltech

Agetech

Agetech

Agetech

Agritech

Agritech

Agritech

Agritech

Also accepting sector-agnostic tech startups in:

Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, SAAS, E-Commerce

AI, Blockchain, SAAS,
E-Commerce

Meet our All Star Network

Meet our All Star Network

Our program isn’t just about you—it’s about the company you’ll keep. We collaborate with a dream team of mentors, investors, and startup operators who have launched and exited ventures around the globe. These experts will elevate your game and give your startup the credibility it needs to succeed.

Our program isn’t just about you—it’s about the company you’ll keep. We collaborate with a dream team of mentors, investors, and startup operators who have launched and exited ventures around the globe. These experts will elevate your game and give your startup the credibility it needs to succeed.

Andreas Mueller

Entrepreneur and Marketing OG

Andreas Mueller

Entrepreneur and Marketing OG

Sabeer Bhati

Serial Entrepreneur, Hotmail Cofounder

Sabeer Bhati

Serial Entrepreneur, Hotmail Cofounder

Marco Peerebom

Serial Entrepreneur Blockchain

Marco Peerebom

Serial Entrepreneur Blockchain

David Castro

Europe Startup Ecosystem Expert

David Castro

Europe Startup Ecosystem Expert

Vicent Usbeck

Serial Entrepreneur Blockchain

Vicent Usbeck

Serial Entrepreneur Blockchain

Duarte Costa

Serial Entrepreneur and Investor

Duarte Costa

Serial Entrepreneur and Investor

Rui Falcão

Serial Entrepreneur and Investor

Rui Falcão

Serial Entrepreneur and Investor

Andreas Mueller

Entrepreneur and Marketing OG

Andreas Mueller

Entrepreneur and Marketing OG

Andreas Mueller

Entrepreneur and Marketing OG

Izzet Sidki

Startup Innovation Allround entrepreneur

Izzet Sidki

Startup Innovation Allround entrepreneur

Izzet Sidki

Startup Innovation Allround entrepreneur

Rui Falcão

Serial Entrepreneur and Investor

Rui Falcão

Serial Entrepreneur and Investor

Rui Falcão

Serial Entrepreneur and Investor

Marco Peerebom

Serial Entrepreneur Blockchain

Marco Peerebom

Serial Entrepreneur Blockchain

Marco Peerebom

Serial Entrepreneur Blockchain

Marco Peerebom

Serial Entrepreneur Blockchain

Sabeer Bhati

Serial Entrepreneur, Hotmail Cofounder

Sabeer Bhati

Serial Entrepreneur, Hotmail Cofounder

Sabeer Bhati

Serial Entrepreneur, Hotmail Cofounder

David Castro

Europe Startup Ecosystem Expert

David Castro

Europe Startup Ecosystem Expert

David Castro

Europe Startup Ecosystem Expert

Vicent Usbeck

Serial Entrepreneur Blockchain

Vicent Usbeck

Serial Entrepreneur Blockchain

Vicent Usbeck

Serial Entrepreneur Blockchain

Duarte Costa

Serial Entrepreneur and Investor

Duarte Costa

Serial Entrepreneur and Investor

Duarte Costa

Serial Entrepreneur and Investor

Program Info

Program Info

Launch. Scale. Break. Through

At Dengun Startup Studio, for 20 years, we’ve been perfecting the art of building world-class teams, cracking startup methodologies, and creating unstoppable momentum for founders.

We're not just offering advice—we’ve been in the trenches ourselves. Now it’s your turn.

Ready to take your startup from concept to crushing it in just six weeks?

Oct 22th, 2024

Application Close
Online

Oct 28th, 2024

1st Stage Start
Online

Nov 18th, 2024

2nd Stage Start
Online

Jan 15th, 2025

Final Boss - Demo Day
In Person Portugal

Program will be conducted Online and the finalists will pitch in Portugal

Program will be conducted Online and the finalists will pitch in Portugal

Online Program - 1st & 2nd Stages

The program begins online, allowing us to welcome top entrepreneurs from across the galaxy. Get ready to unlock your startup's potential and gain maximum validation with support from world-class entrepreneurs, mentors, and builders.

Online Program - 1st & 2nd Stages

The program begins online, allowing us to welcome top entrepreneurs from across the galaxy. Get ready to unlock your startup's potential and gain maximum validation with support from world-class entrepreneurs, mentors, and builders.

Online Program - 1st & 2nd Stages

The program begins online, allowing us to welcome top entrepreneurs from across the galaxy. Get ready to unlock your startup's potential and gain maximum validation with support from world-class entrepreneurs, mentors, and builders.

Portugal, Algarve - Winners in Person

Apply to our startup program for a chance to pitch in person in the stunning Algarve, Portugal. Winners will meet our team, mentors, and investors, gaining valuable connections to boost their venture.

Portugal, Algarve - Winners in Person

Apply to our startup program for a chance to pitch in person in the stunning Algarve, Portugal. Winners will meet our team, mentors, and investors, gaining valuable connections to boost their venture.

Portugal, Algarve - Winners in Person

Apply to our startup program for a chance to pitch in person in the stunning Algarve, Portugal. Winners will meet our team, mentors, and investors, gaining valuable connections to boost their venture.

Oct 18th, 2024

Application Close
Online

Oct 28th, 2024

1st Stage Start
Online

Nov 18th, 2024

2nd Stage Start
Online

Jan 15th, 2025

Final Boss - Demo Day
In person Portugal

What We Look For in a Founder

What We Look For in a Founder

01. Customer-
Obsessed

Your product meets a burning need, and you know exactly who it’s for.

01. Customer-
Obsessed

Your product meets a burning need, and you know exactly who it’s for.

02. Visionaries

You set the mission and inspire others to follow.

02. Visionaries

You set the mission and inspire others to follow.

03. Leaders

You attract the right investors, customers, and talent like a startup superhero.

03. Leaders

You attract the right investors, customers, and talent like a startup superhero.

04. Strategic
Thinkers

You can see the bigger picture and know exactly how to position your company in the market

04. Strategic
Thinkers

You can see the bigger picture and know exactly how to position your company in the market

Program Structure

Program Structure

Intro - open until 22th Oct

Open Applications

Stage 1 - 28th Oct

Level Up the Pitch

Stage 2 - 18th Nov

Quest for Validation

Stage 3 - 15th Jan 2025

Final Boss: Pitch Challenge

Winners - 26h Jan 2025

Startup Investment Round

Green Macbook Mockup

Intro - open until 22th Oct

Open Applications

Stage 1 - 28th Oct

Level Up the Pitch

Stage 2 - 18th Nov

Quest for Validation

Stage 3 - 15th Jan 2025

Final Boss: Pitch Challenge

Winners - 26h Jan 2025

Startup Investment Round

Green Macbook Mockup

Intro - open until 22th Oct

Open Applications

Stage 1 - 28th Oct

Level Up the Pitch

Stage 2 - 18th Nov

Quest for Validation

Stage 3 - 15th Jan 2025

Final Boss: Pitch Challenge

Winners - 26h Jan 2025

Startup Investment Round

Intro - open until 22th Oct

Open Applications

Stage 1 - 28th Oct

Level Up the Pitch

Stage 2 - 18th Nov

Quest for Validation

Stage 3 - 15th Jan 2025

Final Boss: Pitch Challenge

Winners - 26h Jan 2025

Startup Investment Round

Green Macbook Mockup

Intro - open until 22th Oct

Open Applications

Stage 1 - 28th Oct

Level Up the Pitch

Stage 2 - 18th Nov

Quest for Validation

Stage 3 - 15th Jan 2025

Final Boss: Pitch Challenge

Winners - 26h Jan 2025

Startup Investment
Round

Studio Builders

Studio Builders

Miguel Fernandes

Jack of All trades

Miguel Fernandes

Jack of All trades

Miguel Fernandes

Jack of All trades

Miguel Fernandes

Jack of All trades

Miguel Fernandes

Jack of All trades

Tomás Caeiro

Startup Programs Builder

Tomás Caeiro

Startup Programs Builder

Tomás Caeiro

Startup Programs Builder

Tomás Caeiro

Startup Programs Builder

Tomás Caeiro

Startup Programs Builder

Bruno Lima

Sales Strategist Builder

Bruno Lima

Sales Strategist Builder

Bruno Lima

Sales Strategist Builder

Bruno Lima

Sales Strategist Builder

Bruno Lima

Sales Strategist Builder

Jorge Cabaço

Growth Guru

Jorge Cabaço

Growth Guru

Jorge Cabaço

Growth Guru

Jorge Cabaço

Growth Guru

Jorge Cabaço

Growth Guru

Bruno Ricardo

Design - UX/UI Builder

Bruno Ricardo

Design - UX/UI Builder

Bruno Ricardo

Design - UX/UI Builder

Bruno Ricardo

Design - UX/UI Builder

Teresa Lemos

Product Manager Builder

Teresa Lemos

Product Manager Builder

Teresa Lemos

Product Manager Builder

Teresa Lemos

Product Manager Builder

Teresa Lemos

Product Manager Builder

Fábio Pereira

Design - UX/UI Builder

Fábio Pereira

Design - UX/UI Builder

Fábio Pereira

Design - UX/UI Builder

Fábio Pereira

Design - UX/UI Builder

Fábio Pereira

Design - UX/UI Builder

Joaquim Costa

Product Builder

Joaquim Costa

Product Builder

Joaquim Costa

Product Builder

Joaquim Costa

Product Builder

Joaquim Costa

Product Builder

POC team

Growth Hacking

POC team

Growth Hacking

POC team

Growth Hacking

POC team

Growth Hacking

POC team

Growth Hacking

Bruno Ricardo

Design - UX/UI Builder

Bruno Ricardo

Design - UX/UI Builder

Our Testimonials

From Faro to Silicon Valley - It's possible :)

At Dengun, we take pride in being a prestigious player in the startup ecosystem.

Over the years, we've worked with some of the most innovative startups, helping them start, scale and achieve massive success.

From great companies and founders like CoolKicks(Testimonial below), 15Five, and Triller to emerging founders worldwide.

Our Testimonials

From Faro to Silicon Valley - It's possible :)

At Dengun, we take pride in being a prestigious player in the startup ecosystem.

Over the years, we've worked with some of the most innovative startups, helping them start, scale and achieve massive success.

From great companies and founders like CoolKicks(Testimonial below), 15Five, and Triller to emerging founders worldwide.

Drop the FOMO
Start Building Now

Drop the FOMO
Start Building Now

Why struggle alone when you can learn from the best? Our experts have built and scaled startups globally, with over 100 investments made and 300K+ raised per startup.

Let’s turn your idea into the next big success story

Why struggle alone when you can learn from the best? Our experts have built and scaled startups globally, with over 100 investments made and 300K raised per startup.

Let’s turn your idea into the next big success story

Meet our All Star Network

Our program isn’t just about you—it’s about the company you’ll keep. We collaborate with a dream team of mentors, investors, and startup operators who have launched and exited ventures around the globe. These experts will elevate your game and give your startup the credibility it needs to succeed.

Izzet Sidki

Startup Innovation Allround entrepreneur

Izzet Sidki

Startup Innovation Allround entrepreneur

Andreas Mueller

Entrepreneur and Marketing OG

Andreas Mueller

Entrepreneur and Marketing OG

Sabeer Bhati

Serial Entrepreneur, Hotmail Cofounder

Sabeer Bhati

Serial Entrepreneur, Hotmail Cofounder

Marco Peerebom

Serial Entrepreneur Blockchain

Marco Peerebom

Serial Entrepreneur Blockchain

David Castro

Europe Startup Ecosystem Expert

David Castro

Europe Startup Ecosystem Expert

Vicent Usbeck

Serial Entrepreneur Blockchain

Vicent Usbeck

Serial Entrepreneur Blockchain

Duarte Costa

Serial Entrepreneur and Investor

Duarte Costa

Serial Entrepreneur and Investor

Rui Falcão

Serial Entrepreneur and Investor

Rui Falcão

Serial Entrepreneur and Investor

Dengun Founders Program
Applications Are Now Closed

Dengun Founders Program
Applications Are Now Closed


Stay in Touch – This Might Still Be for You!

Applications for the Dengun Founders Program have officially closed.

However, if you feel this program aligns with your vision and goals, we’d love to hear from you.

Send us an email, and let’s explore how we can support your journey

Email

foundersprogram@dengun.com

Founders Community

About Us

Dengun Startup Studio: Empowering Tech Founders Since 2009

At Dengun Startup Studio, we accelerate early-stage tech startups by co-building disruptive digital products with visionary founders. Since 2009, we’ve been committed to fostering innovation by providing expert guidance in product development, business strategy, and growth.

Based in Portugal with a remote global team, we bring together top founders, senior builders, and investment capital to create fast-moving, tech-driven companies. Our tailored support includes access to mentors, a robust partner network, and funding opportunities.

We are dedicated to helping entrepreneurs succeed through workshops, resources, and peer learning opportunities, all designed to scale impactful startups.

About Us

About Us

Dengun Startup Studio: Empowering Tech Founders Since 2009

At Dengun Startup Studio, we accelerate early-stage tech startups by co-building disruptive digital products with visionary founders. Since 2009, we’ve been committed to fostering innovation by providing expert guidance in product development, business strategy, and growth.

Based in Portugal with a remote global team, we bring together top founders, senior builders, and investment capital to create fast-moving, tech-driven companies. Our tailored support includes access to mentors, a robust partner network, and funding opportunities.

We are dedicated to helping entrepreneurs succeed through workshops, resources, and peer learning opportunities, all designed to scale impactful startups.

FAQ

Who is the Dengun Founders Program for?

What is the application deadline?

How is the program structured?

Is there a fee to join the program?

What kind of support will participants receive?

Is this program only for tech startups?

What opportunities are available after the program?

Do I need to have a co-founder?

Where does the in-person part of the program take place?

What if I don’t have a fully developed product yet?

Who is the Dengun Founders Program for?

What is the application deadline?

How is the program structured?

Is there a fee to join the program?

What kind of support will participants receive?

Is this program only for tech startups?

What opportunities are available after the program?

Do I need to have a co-founder?

Where does the in-person part of the program take place?

What if I don’t have a fully developed product yet?

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Be sure to include a link to your pitch deck or, even better,

a link to a video of you and your team pitching your idea.

Email

foundersprogram@dengun.com

Founders Community

FAQ

Who is the Dengun Founders Program for?

What is the application deadline?

How is the program structured?

Is there a fee to join the program?

What kind of support will participants receive?

Is this program only for tech startups?

What opportunities are available after the program?

Do I need to have a co-founder?

Where does the in-person part of the program take place?

What if I don’t have a fully developed product yet?

Who is the Dengun Founders Program for?

What is the application deadline?

How is the program structured?

Is there a fee to join the program?

What kind of support will participants receive?

Is this program only for tech startups?

What opportunities are available after the program?

Do I need to have a co-founder?

Where does the in-person part of the program take place?

What if I don’t have a fully developed product yet?