Passo Fundo, one of the main economic and technological hubs in the northern region of Rio Grande do Sul, will host one of the largest innovation and entrepreneurship events in the country. This Saturday (03/22), the Arena UPF Park will be the stage for Startup Day Passo Fundo – Boosting Connections and Business, promoted by Sebrae Startups in partnership with the local innovation ecosystem.
With the presence of 42 startups, innovative technology companies, and 14 leading market companies, the event will be an opportunity for entrepreneurs to expand their networks and explore new strategic partnerships. The business session will be one of the highlights of the program, allowing each company to present their products and services in a dynamic and interactive format.
The 11th edition of Startup Day is part of a national movement to support startups and innovative solutions. With the expectation of surpassing the previous edition, which impacted over 26,000 participants in 184 municipalities, the event aims to further expand its reach, reaching over 300 cities by 2025.
“It is worth highlighting the strategic importance of Startup Day Passo Fundo for the development of our regional innovation ecosystem. We believe that the future is built on collaboration, and this event was carefully planned to connect technology companies with market leaders, fostering collaboration and opening doors to new opportunities,” says Niege Canabarro, Innovation Projects and Ecosystem Manager at Sebrae RS Regional North.
Leading companies driving businesses
Among the major companies confirmed for the event are Cavalleti SA, Grupo Grazziotin, Grupo FotoSul, Stara, Grupo J2M, Instituto Aliança Empresarial, Mercadados, Robustec, Voa Hub, and Sicredi, as well as the Passo Fundo City Hall. These corporations are ready to interact with startups and promote partnerships that drive the region’s economy and innovation.
How to participate
The event will be entirely in-person and aimed at startups, technology companies, and innovative businesses looking to expand their connections and explore new market opportunities.
The Startup Day Passo Fundo is an initiative by Sebrae Startups, in partnership with UPF Parque and with the support of the Passo Fundo City Hall, through the Innovation Department, as well as the Vértice Community, Instituto Aliança Empresarial, Voa Hub, and Polo Sul.
