Portugal Angels

Invite-only operator network co-investing in Portuguese tech and heritage

For Lisbon business leaders who want high-quality, low-friction deals.
Small checks welcome. Per-deal SPVs. No annual fees.

What Members Get

High-signal deal flow with low-friction execution

Curated Deal Flow

2-4 vetted opportunities per quarter across B2B SaaS and heritage assets. Quality over quantity.

Per-Deal SPVs

Invest only when you like the deal. Standard admin handled for you. No annual fees.

Clear Materials

One-page overviews, data rooms, and short diligence notes. No marketing decks or noise.

Operator Room

Monthly sessions with peers to compare notes, not theory. Direct founder access where useful.

We Invest in Portugal

We back real businesses, not slides

Portuguese Technology

B2B SaaS with proof of revenue and enterprise logos

Data, AI, and automation with clear unit economics

Fintech and climate tools solving regulated or "must-have" problems

Deep tech with commercial pilots and IP defensibility

Typical profile: €10K+ MRR, churn understood, sales motion repeatable

Portuguese Heritage

Vineyards and quintas with brand equity and improvement plans

Boutique hospitality where design, service, and yield can scale

Ceramics, tiles, textiles with export potential and modern demand

Art and cultural venues with real governance and revenue paths

We pair cultural preservation with sound operations

How We Invest

Streamlined process focused on speed and clarity

1

Source

Members and partners submit opportunities

2

Screen

Quick pass on price, traction, and governance

3

Diligence Lite

One-pager, key risks, and upside drivers

4

Deal Room

45-minute call with founders or operators

5

SPV

Standard terms, transparent costs, and closing timeline

6

Support

Intros to customers, hires, and follow-on capital as needed

Why Operators Excel

Experience beats theory when investing in early-stage companies

Operator Advantage

Real Pattern Recognition

We have shipped products, hit payroll, and sold companies. No theoretical advice.

Practical Help

Sales intros, pricing strategies, hiring decisions, and board preparation.

Accountability

We ask for metrics that matter and cut through the noise to what drives results.

Ideal Member Profile

Senior Operator

C-suite executive or owner in Portugal or with Portuguese business ties

Investment Capacity

Willing to write €5K–€50K tickets per deal you find compelling

Direct Access

Values peer review and founder access over polished marketing materials

Long-term Focus

Respects Portuguese culture and aims for sustainable compounding returns

Time Commitment

One quarterly meeting + optional deal reviews

Low commitment, high value

Fees and Structure

Simple, transparent, and aligned with your interests

No Annual Fees

No membership fees or ongoing costs

Per-Deal SPVs

Standard admin costs only when you invest

Transparent Carry

Carry only when stated in the SPV and only on returns

Control Your Allocation

You control your own pacing and allocation

Time Commitment

1-2 hours per month to review deals

Attend calls if interested

Optional mentorship if it fits your schedule

Deal Filters

Tech: €10K+ MRR, churn understood, sales motion repeatable

Heritage: Clear title, operational plan, credible GM team

Exclusive Access

Invitation-only network for Portuguese executives committed to growing the national economy through strategic investments in technology and cultural preservation.

Invitation-only network of business executives

Curated opportunities in Portuguese innovation

No management fees - aligned interests only

Executive access to Portugal's emerging leaders