We bring youth determination closer to a better education.
We want to give young people the opportunity to open their horizons and create their own luck. We encourage them to step out of their comfort zone and learn more.
The 3rd edition of Step Up to Start Up has a winner!
We welcomed:
+ 240 students
+ 40 schools
+ 35 locations
Over several weeks, participants showcased creativity, dedication, and an entrepreneurial mindset, bringing innovative and impactful projects to life.
After the Last Step, a new challenge begins: turning ideas into reality by moving from concept to action and taking the first steps toward implementing their ambitious projects.
The future is being built today!
The Pluto team was crowned the overall winner of the 3rd Step Up to Start Up Edition !
Their project aims to make money management as simple and intuitive as learning English with Duolingo through Pluto, a gamified financial education app.
Featuring daily lessons, challenges, rewards, and an AI-powered personal advisor, the solution helps young people develop healthy financial habits in a simple, engaging, and interactive way.
By making financial learning more accessible and enjoyable, Pluto promotes greater financial literacy and empowers users to make better financial decisions.
Graham Miller - Rodrigo Guimarães Chair at Nova SBE
Programs
Programs
The freedom to innovate starts
with the desire to learn. Join us!
Pre University
We plant the seed of learning and knowledge. We encourage young people to share it and to be fair to others.
University
Consolidate knowledge, open horizons, and get out of your comfort zone. Take advantage of luck, enjoy it, and share it.
More Horizons
Seek to make a difference, have the freedom to innovate and achieve more knowledge.
Our Legacy
Rodrigo Guimarães
(1962-2021)
“Young people should be able to open their horizons and take advantage of their luck.”
Rodrigo Guimarães was born in Lisbon, he was a successful businessman and a promoter of the need for a better education for Portuguese youth.
Entrepreneur par excellence who has always driven a culture based on innovation, resilience and constant improvement.
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