April 2025

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

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…

Founder Stories, Portugal HQA Visa
8 min read
Mohamed Emam discussing his innovative sustainable energy project

Sustainable Success in Portugal | Mohamed Emam 

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

Founder Stories, Portugal HQA Visa, Video
8 min read
Observador

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…

In the News
2 min read
Alumni from Empowered Startups' Canada SUV Program gathered in Vancouver

Alumni Event Empowers Founders 

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

Canada Startup Visa
4 min read
QIN PRINTING, Red Deer Alberta, Canada

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…

Alberta Foreign Graduate Stream
5 min read
David Rojas speaking with fellow entrepreneurs

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…

Founder Stories, Portugal HQA Visa, Video
9 min read