April 2025 | Empowered Startups

An introspective Dr Jessica Boyatt during a break at Colégio da Trindade

Founder Stories

Portugal: On Purpose, For Purpose | Dr Jessica Boyatt

Dr Jessica Boyatt is clear and direct as she begins to share her story with an audience eager to better...

Mohamed Emam discussing his innovative sustainable energy project

Portugal HQA Visa

Sustainable Success in Portugal | Mohamed Emam

Sitting comfortably in the lobby of a hotel in Coimbra, Mohamed Emam smiles broadly as he recalls the discovery of...

Observador | Importance of Programs like the HQA Visa

Empowered Startups' President, Christopher Lennon penned an interesting piece on how Portugal is positioning itself as a safe haven for...

Alumni from Empowered Startups' Canada SUV Program gathered in Vancouver

Canada Startup Visa

Alumni Event Empowers Founders

Founders from Empowered Startups’ Canada Startup Visa (SUV) Program recently gathered in Vancouver for an alumni event that was as...

QIN PRINTING, Red Deer Alberta, Canada

Alberta Foreign Graduate Stream

Alberta: Easy to Work With | Daniel Zhang

As the world’s second largest country that borders three different oceans, Canada boasts a diverse geography that appeals to a...

David Rojas speaking with fellow entrepreneurs

Portugal HQA Visa

Proud to Partner with Portugal | David Rojas

David Rojas’ enthusiasm is authentic and palpable when asked about his experience in the HQA® Visa Program. “I am excited...