STARTUPS

Startups are at the center of the ecosystem. They serve as an engine of the economy and accelerator of innovation. Boosting entrepreneurs is building a better future.

Startups’ Benefits

Get new funding

Access to a network of potential investors for your project

Discover Open Innovation Initiatives

Find corporations looking for disruptive startups

Meet your future clients

Start building fruitful connections with potential clients

Make your startup known

Get visibility pitching your project and through our media

Get inspired

Listen to mentors, success stories, business leaders, experts, etc

Investors at South Summit

Meet our Investor portfolio

At South Summit we gather over 300 international funds looking for innovative startups. They have more than 500 billion dollars under management. Meet some of them:

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Startup competition

Level up your startup

Get your idea in front of the right people, and compete with startups from all over the world. Is your idea ready?

South Summit is one of the biggest European events, it gives a lot of visibility and so it makes a lot of sense to participate as an exciting startup.

Pol Valls Soler
Co-Founder of Submer Technologies

a story of connections growth & success

Next Summits

Our flagship event in Madrid serves as the epicenter where entrepreneurs, investors, and corporations converge to shape the future. Inspired by its success, we’ve expanded into key ecosystems like Brazil and South Korea, continuously connecting local talent with our global network.

KOREA

OCTOBER 1-2, 2025
GYEONGGI PROVINCE

South Summit Korea returns for its second edition in 2025, bringing together top entrepreneurs, investors, and corporations to foster high-impact networking and innovation. Hosted at Suwon Convention Center in the world’s most innovative country, this unique gathering focuses on DeepTech, and AI.

Bilbao

NOVEMBER 26-27, 2025
B ACCELERATOR TOWER

After four successful editions, we return to Bilbao to once again bring together the brightest minds shaping the future of energy and industrial innovation. From groundbreaking solutions in decarbonization to cutting-edge advancements in Industry 4.0, this is the hub where bold ideas meet real-world impact. A space for industry leaders, innovators, and changemakers to exchange insights, spark collaboration, and drive what’s next.

Brazil

MARCH 25-27, 2026
PORTO ALEGRE

With four editions held since 2022, South Summit is now established in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, as the global meeting point for connections and business, with investors, companies, and startups. We look forward to seeing you at Cais Mauá for the fifth edition in 2026!

Madrid

JUNE 3-5, 2026
LA NAVE

After 14 successful editions, South Summit Madrid continues to establish itself as the epicenter of innovation, entrepreneurship, and meaningful business connections. For over a decade, it has brought together startups, investors, and corporations to create real opportunities, drive sustainable innovation, and shape the future of business.

See you at the 15th edition of South Summit Madrid in June 2026 let’s keep building what’s next, together!

Hall of fame

Meet some of our startups and unicorns

WANT TO PARTICIPATE AT ONE OF OUR NEXT EVENTS?

Meet potential investors, clients and the startups of the future.