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October 2, 2025

S3 EP3 – Cristina Fonseca: “In Portugal, there is no shortage of capital – especially for good ideas and strong entrepreneurs” | Luso Lab Podcast

In this episode of Luso Lab, Cristina Fonseca, co-founder of Talkdesk and Cleverly, shares her journey from Ourém to Silicon Valley and her experience investing in innovation through Indico Capital Partners.

In the latest episode of the Luso Lab podcast, we explore the inspiring journey of Cristina Fonseca – co-founder of Talkdesk and Cleverly, and currently general partner at Indico Capital Partners, a venture capital firm that has invested over €100 million in 51 companies since 2019.

From a small village in Ourém to the dynamic startup ecosystem of Silicon Valley, Cristina shares how she took risks, built, and sold successful companies, becoming one of Portugal’s most recognized entrepreneurs in the global tech scene.

The conversation is hosted by Maria Cristiana Monteiro, Young Advisor of the Portuguese Diaspora Council and product director at UBS in Switzerland.

The episode is available on the YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts channels of the Portuguese Diaspora Council.

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