CO-FOUNDER OPPORTUNITY — PORTUGAL
Equity-Based | Founder-Led | Backed by YOUNG
At YOUNG, we're not building from scratch — we're partnering with proven founders to take existing ventures to the next level.
YOUNG is inviting companies to join and transform under the
YOUNG
umbrella — a bold, culture-led brand with global ambition.
We're looking for entrepreneurs in Portugal
who have already launched a
hospitality, travel, or lifestyle
business and are ready to scale with a strategic partner.
Your business should have:
1–2+ years
of proven operations
Real
market traction
and clear growth potential
A founder who wants to
stay in the driver's seat
Backed by YOUNG, you'll
keep full ownership of operations
— while gaining access to
capital, brand power, and global know-how
.
This is
not a job
— it's a
partnership
. We typically come in as
minority shareholders
, offering deep strategic support without day-to-day involvement.
YOU ARE:
A founder/operator with
5+ years
in hospitality, travel, or lifestyle
Already running a
live business
with real results
Aligned with YOUNG's values:
entrepreneurial, daring, long-term
Excited to
co-brand under YOUNG
to go from local to global
WHAT YOU GET:
Strategic investment & support
Access to
YOUNG's international ecosystem
A strong,
culture-led brand
to scale your business
Full autonomy
— you run the show
NOT FOR EVERYONE:
If you're looking for a
steady salary
or want to
start from zero
, this isn't the right fit. We focus on
scalable businesses already in motion
, led by founders who want to
grow big, fast, and with purpose
.
TO APPLY:
Send a short
PDF
to
&
including:
Your current business (website, team size, revenues, proof of traction)
Your personal story —
what drives you?
Why
you want to grow with
YOUNG
Shortlisted founders will take a
DISC assessment
— because the best partnerships start with
self-awareness
.
Let's scale the future of hospitality — from Portugal to the world.
