Your launchpad for tech
innovation in Faro, Portugal

Turn your tech idea into a growing business — with €50K in funding,
€25K in tools and access to expert support.

Funding to build
and grow

Get €50K in early-stage funding to help you hire, launch and scale — with no equity taken at application.

Mentorship & expert
guidance

Get one-on-one guidance from founders and experts with real experience building successful companies.

Tech infrastructure & development

Access the tools, credits and platforms your startup needs to build — with €25K in resources from top partners.

Networking & investor access

Connect with Faro’s community of entrepreneurs and investors through meetups and events.

The ideal place to grow your startup

Build your startup in Faro, Portugal — Europe’s most liveable tech hub

Faro offers more than sunshine. It’s a coastal city with a growing tech scene, international talent and great quality of life. At Incognit Universe, you’ll get access to office space, meeting rooms, expert support and a close-knit founder community — everything you need to build and grow.

Start your journey in
Portugal’s rising startup city

A team that helps you grow

Work with experienced
mentors and trusted experts

Our team includes experienced entrepreneurs, operators
and investors — here to guide you with real-world
expertise.

Christoph Jungeilges is the founder of Incognituniverse and a seasoned entrepreneur with extensive experience in establishing international companies across various jurisdictions. With a strong background in tax optimisation, he has contributed to the successful formation and strategic structuring of numerous businesses. His expertise also extends to process optimisation, where his involvement in multiple company setups has led to measurable operational improvements and long-term efficiencies.

Chris

Co-Founder

Joakim Ling is an experienced leader in online marketing and web development, with a proven track record of managing large teams in the creation of software solutions and website platforms. His core expertise lies in the professional optimisation of user interfaces (UI) and user experience (UX), where he focuses on delivering seamless, intuitive, and high-performing digital products. Joakim’s leadership style combines technical insight with a deep understanding of customer needs, driving both innovation and usability in every project.

Joakim

Co-Founder

With 12 years of experience in external auditing across several sectors (Hospitality, Industry, Services, and Public Entities), Esmeralda has joined Incognituniverse in 2023.

She is primary responsible for financial management, particularly overseeing accounting and conducting internal audits, ensuring the accuracy of the company’s financial and operational data.

Esmeralda

Director, Accounting and Auditing Specialist

Nashwan is a multilingual contact and negotiation specialist, fluent in Russian, Arabic, English, and Turkish. Beyond language skills, he possesses a deep understanding of cultural and professional communication styles, particularly in Arabic-speaking markets. With a strong foundation in IT technology and a client-focused approach, Nashwan plays a key role in expanding and managing business relationships in this rapidly growing region. His expertise makes him an essential member of the team for developing opportunities across Arabic markets.

Nashwan

Program Manager

Responsible for the strategic management of content in the digital environment, with a focus on organization, display and performance.

Collaboration with content and service providers for campaigns, exclusives and activations.

Supervising the presentation and performance of content, with continuous adjustments aimed at optimizing the user experience.

Érico

Digital Product Manager

Inês is a dedicated Compliance Officer with over two years of experience ensuring that businesses operate within the highest standards of regulatory integrity.

With a background in Anti-Money Laundering (AML), data protection, and corporate compliance, she plays a key role in identifying risk, developing internal controls, and promoting ethical practices across the organization.

Inês is passionate about fostering a culture of transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Inês

International Payment Processing and Compliance Officer

Responsible for managing international payments and ensuring timely processing across various currencies.

Monitor transactions to detect fraudulent activities and compliance violations. Collaborate with banking partners to optimize payment methods and reduce transaction costs.

Analyze payment data for trends, providing insights to enhance risk management.

Stay updated on global regulatory requirements to ensure adherence in all transactions.

Valeriia

International Payment Processing and AML Specialist

Payment collection and processing specialist with 4 years of experience ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in fast-paced digital environments. I focus on streamlining workflows, minimizing errors, and keeping operations running reliably at every step. Behind every smooth operation, there’s usually someone who triple-checked the numbers — that’s where I come in.

Ana

Payment Collection and Processing Specialist

Carol is responsible for overseeing payment collections, processing international transactions, and maintaining accurate financial records.

Ensuring seamless payment operations, her role includes resolving billing issues, enhancing client experiences, and supporting global compliance and financial efficiency.

Carol

Payment Collection and Processing Specialist

Asiri is a skilled Full-Stack Developer, contributing expertise in development, system design, and user experience optimization.

With a strong background in backend and frontend development, Asiri plays a key role in delivering seamless digital solutions for IncognitUniverse Lda.

Asiri

Full-Stack Developer

Luis is a senior developer with over 25 years of experience in building and leading web development projects. Throughout his career, he has worked with a wide range of technologies and frameworks, consistently adapting to the evolving digital landscape. Luis brings a strong technical foundation, strategic thinking, and the ability to lead teams toward efficient and scalable solutions.

Luis

Senior Developer

As a software developer, Gabriel is dedicated to testing and evaluating technological solutions. He has dedicated his time to researching emerging technologies, as well as devoting his time to areas related to software development, PHP, JavaScript and *SQL.

Gabriel

Developer

Exclusive benefits for early-stage founders

Get funding, tools and expert support to grow faster

Selected startups receive €50K to build their company, plus €25K in tools and credits from top partners — with expert support along the way.

Fuel your next steps

Build faster with €50K in funding and €25K in tools — hire smart, launch early, and stay in charge.

Grow with people who’ve done it

Our mentors bring experience in tech, strategy and legal — and your ideas stay safe with us. Confidentiality is guaranteed.

Startups
invested in

Alumni
value

Raised by
startups

Interested in joining us?

Apply or connect —
let’s talk about
your startup

Whether you’re ready to apply or just exploring your options — tell us a bit about your startup and we’ll get back to you with the next steps.

Access to full-stack support and mentorship
Based in Faro, Europe’s rising tech hub
Tailored mentorship and startup resources
Community of founders, innovators and investors
Pitch for investment at our monthly event

Want to join?
Just tell us a bit about your startup

We’ll get back to you with next steps - everything you share stays confidential.

Exclusive benefits for early-stage founders

How our monthly startup
pitch works

The monthly startup pitch is a high-energy event where selected founders present to a panel of investors. Whether you're early-stage or scaling, it's your chance to gain exposure, feedback, and connections.

Submit your
application

Tell us about your startup. Our team reviews all applications and notifies selected founders in advance.

Prepare and
pitch on stage

You’ll get 5–10 minutes to pitch your startup to investors. Make it count — show us what makes you stand out.

Q&A, networking
and selection

After your pitch, connect with investors and peers. One startup wins exclusive support from Incognit Universe.

Backing the next generation of startups

Discover and invest in promising tech startups

Join a growing network of investors, mentors and partners working together to support early-stage startups with real potential.

Invest early. Stay close. Back founders who build for the long run.

At Incognit Universe, you get early access to startups with focus, grit and vision — selected before they hit the spotlight. Join our investor list and stay informed about upcoming demo days and new investment opportunities.

Stay close to the startups that matter

Get updates on upcoming demo days, investor opportunities and early-stage founders you’ll want to meet - no spam, just what counts.

Share what you’ve learned. Help founders grow.

At Incognit Universe, we work with mentors who’ve built, scaled or specialised — and want to give back. Whether you’ve founded a startup, led a team or mastered a skill, your experience can make the difference. Join our network and help the next generation move forward with clarity and confidence.

Ready to share your experience?

Tell us a bit about yourself and how you'd like to contribute. We'll review your submission and follow up with next steps.

Work with us to support the next generation of startups

Incognit Universe partners with companies that support early-stage growth. Whether it’s hosting, analytics, design tools or marketing support — we’re open to solutions that help founders grow. If you see a fit, we’d love to hear from you.

Interested in partnering with us?

Share a few details about your company and how you'd like to contribute. We’ll get in touch to explore the possibilities.

What founders say about u

Startup success stories

Discover how founders turned their ideas into real companies —
with guidance from Incognit Universe.

Cvetelina Velcheva

Founder of Multiverse 111

BUILDING THE FUTURE, ONE UNIVERSE AT A TIME

Multiverse 111 launched its software development agency in 2021. With the expertise and network of Incognituniverse, we adopted professional workflows and established strong business relationships. We’re proud to have grown from being supported by Incognituniverse to now being a true partner.

Pishtiwan Westhoff

Founder of Marduk Style

Marduk Style is more than a lifestyle brand—it’s a statement.

With the support of Incognit Universe, it now stands ready to make its mark on the international stage. “Incognit Universe gave us more than acceleration—they gave us alignment, clarity, and reach.”

Your launchpad for techinnovation in Faro, Portugal

Funding to buildand grow

Mentorship & expertguidance