Fourth edition · Mella Table
Mella Table 4
The Next Round
Where prepared businesses meet the right capital.
An intimate evening of curated conversations, relevant connections, and concrete commitments during Web Summit week in Lisbon.
Both open an email to msupply@mellasupply.com
- When
- 10 November 2026 · 18:00–21:00
- Where
- Venue to be confirmed · Lisbon, near the Web Summit venue
- Presented by
- Mella Supply × Strategic Disruption Consulting (strategicdisruption.com)
Event introduction
Beyond the pitch. Into the next step.
Web Summit brings the global technology and investment ecosystem to Lisbon. But not every viable business looks like a conventional startup, and not every meaningful form of capital arrives as a venture cheque.
MELLA TABLE 4 brings together a carefully prepared cohort of Black and Afro-Lusophone entrepreneurs with people who can invest, commission, advise, distribute, introduce, and open doors.
The evening is designed around one principle: right business, right capital.
Founders will present clear business cases, financial logic, defined needs, and measurable next steps. Investors and partners will meet businesses selected for their potential and prepared for serious conversation.
No performative networking. No charity framing. No conversation that ends when the event does.
Who will be in the room
Founders
Up to five operating businesses reflecting the breadth of the Afro-Lusophone economy—from technology and services to craft, culture, beauty, food, fashion, and manufacturing.
Capital providers
A curated mix of angel investors, funds, banks, corporate buyers, foundations, mentors, and ecosystem leaders offering financial, intellectual, or access capital.
Connectors
Selected policy leaders, media, community leaders, and partners able to strengthen visibility, credibility, and market pathways.
What to expect
01
Welcome drinks and curated networking
Begin with meaningful introductions in a sophisticated, high-trust setting.
02
A new lens on innovation
A concise framing on the capital gap, perceived risk, and innovation beyond technology.
03
Founder business cases
Hear prepared entrepreneurs present the opportunity, evidence, need, and next step behind their businesses.
04
Matched conversations
Meet the founders and capital providers most relevant to your interests and capabilities.
05
Commitment close
Capture introductions, diligence, contracts, investment conversations, expertise, and follow-up dates.
Why attend
If you invest or open doors
- Discover an under-explored pipeline before the wider Web Summit crowd
- Meet founders who have completed structured preparation
- Explore opportunities beyond a narrow technology or VC lens
- Make targeted commitments suited to each business
- Build relationships across Portugal's Afro-Lusophone economy
If you are a founder
- Meet people selected for relevance to your business and ask
- Present a clear case—not just a short stage pitch
- Build relationships with investors, buyers, mentors, and ecosystem partners
- Leave with named next steps and an accountability process
Every useful commitment counts.
Investment matters. So do contracts, equipment finance, customer introductions, distribution, expertise, media access, and the right strategic connection. Every commitment will be documented and followed at 30, 60, and 90 days.
Attendance
MELLA TABLE 4 is a curated, limited-capacity event. Requests will be reviewed to create the strongest possible alignment between participating founders and capital providers.
Request an invitation by emailFor partnership, sponsorship, or media enquiries: msupply@mellasupply.com
Event FAQ
- Do I need a Web Summit ticket to attend?
- Attendance policy to be confirmed.
- Is this an official Web Summit side event?
- Status to be confirmed.
- Is there a ticket price?
- Invitation policy to be confirmed.
- Can I pitch at the event?
- The featured businesses are selected in advance by the organising team. General attendees will not pitch from the stage.
- Can service providers attend?
- Yes, when they can offer relevant expertise or access and there is a clear match with the participating businesses. Attendance remains curated and subject to capacity.
- How are commitments followed up?
- The organising team will document agreed next steps and track progress with participants after 30, 60, and 90 days.
Be in the room where the next step begins.
Join founders, investors, and partners building a broader and more relevant vision of innovation and economic opportunity.
Both open an email to msupply@mellasupply.com