The Burning Heroes Startup Awards 2025 is set to ignite the Lisbon startup scene, bringing together top early-stage founders, leading investors, and key industry players. This founder-led, non-commercial competition offers a rare opportunity for emerging startups to pitch their vision, gain strategic investor feedback, and build global connections.
Unlike traditional pitch contests, Burning Heroes champions radical inclusion and meaningful support. Startups compete not just for recognition, but for real investor access, hands-on mentorship, and strategic partnerships to help them scale.
On March 14, 2025, five standout startups will pitch live in Lisbon before a high-profile panel of VCs and startup leaders, including representatives from Shilling VC, Olisipo Way, AltaIR Capital, Unicorn Factory Lisboa, Ocean Capital, Orion VC, and more.
- March 3: Application deadline
- March 10: Selection of five finalists
- March 14: Live Pitch Event in Lisbon – Winners will be awarded in three categories:
Best Business Model
Best Product
Best Pre-Seed Concept
Early-stage funding is tougher than ever. Burning Heroes offers a direct path to investor attention, expert advisory sessions, media exposure, and exclusive partner perks. This is not just a competition — it’s a launchpad for the next generation of industry leaders.
Join us. Apply now or learn more at burningheroes.com