Feira do Empreendedor 2026 Highlights Diversity with Espaço Plural Exhibition
Feira do Empreendedor 2026 in São Luís will spotlight diversity in entrepreneurship through the Espaço Plural exhibition, featuring 30 diverse entrepreneurs and inclusive initiatives attracting 50,000 visitors.
- • Espaço Plural will showcase 30 diverse entrepreneurs facing historical barriers.
- • The event runs August 14-16 in São Luís, expecting 50,000 visitors.
- • Feira includes 192 exhibitors and over 100 training activities.
- • Special events highlight women’s entrepreneurship and senior entrepreneurs.
- • Marina Lavareda emphasizes entrepreneurship’s accessibility to all demographics.
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The Feira do Empreendedor 2026, set for August 14-16 at the Multicenter Negócios e Eventos in São Luís, will prominently feature the Espaço Plural, a dedicated space showcasing 30 exhibitors from diverse entrepreneurial backgrounds who have historically faced barriers. This initiative underlines the event’s commitment to diversity and inclusion in Brazilian entrepreneurship. Marina Lavareda, Sebrae Maranhão’s state manager, stressed the importance of inclusion as a source of opportunity, saying, “Entrepreneurship can arise from any demographic.”
The fair anticipates attracting 50,000 visitors, with a total of 192 exhibitors and over 100 training activities aimed at fostering business innovation and inclusion. Alongside Espaço Plural, the event also features Espaço Delas, focusing on women’s entrepreneurship through the Encontro Estadual de Mulheres Empreendedoras. Another highlight is the Futuridade event dedicated to senior entrepreneurs over the age of 60, celebrating inspiring stories and encouraging participation from all age groups.
The 2026 edition looks to build on the previous fair’s success, which drew more than 21,000 participants and facilitated numerous successful business connections. The Feira do Empreendedor aims to offer personalized experiences for attendees at different entrepreneurial stages, reinforcing its role as a vital platform for fostering diversity, innovation, and inclusion within Brazil’s vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem.
This article was translated and synthesized from Brazilian sources, providing English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
