Imppacto Catering & Eventos

What Imppacto Catering & Eventos does

Imppacto Catering & Eventos is a privately held Portuguese catering and events company founded around 1998-2001 and headquartered at Quinta da Pimenteira in Monsanto, Lisbon, with a secondary office in Almada (Lazarim). With 51-100 employees, it operates a B2B and B2C service model organized into three catering lines — Corporate Catering, Wedding Catering, and Fine Dining — spanning cocktails, coffee breaks, lunches, dinners, and large-scale gala events. The company serves corporate clients, government institutions, wedding and private-event organizers, and high-net-worth individuals, primarily across the Lisbon Metropolitan Area, Alentejo, Ribatejo, Setúbal, and Porto.

The business is a traditional professional-services operation with no disclosed proprietary technology, API, mobile app, or AI capability. Its core asset is a curated venue network: seven exclusive/proprietary venues it operates directly (Quinta da Pimenteira, Plaza Eventos, Quinta das Façalvas, Cidade do Futebol, Herdade de Monte Novo, Museu do Oriente, Lisbon Stage) and roughly 23 partner venues (including Altice Arena, Super Bock Arena, Campo Pequeno, Convento do Beato, Palácio de Queluz, and Terminal de Cruzeiros de Lisboa). Catering is bundled with access to these spaces, and the company also provides in-house event production and creative culinary concepts, at times through its Food Design Lab Lisbon sub-brand.

Revenue is generated through quote-based, custom-priced professional-services engagements sold via direct enterprise field sales (a dedicated corporate department led by Filipa Maciel), a bilingual website contact form, and venue-network distribution. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is tailored to event type, guest count, menu, and venue. Go-to-market is reinforced by industry-event sponsorships (MICE à Mesa, Marketeer Awards, The Branding and Business Summit, Reivent) and organic social channels. The client roster includes Caixa Geral de Depósitos, Deloitte, EDP, BMW, Mercedes, BNP Paribas, Banco de Portugal, PwC, EY, Marriott, Cartier, Fidelidade, Web Summit, Century 21, Assembleia da República, and Presidência da República.

Name

Imppacto Catering & Eventos

Legal name

Imppacto Catering e Eventos®

Website

https://imppacto.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Portuguese catering and events company operating exclusive and partner venues across the Lisbon region, providing corporate, wedding, and fine-dining catering plus end-to-end event production to enterprise clients, government institutions, and private organizers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Catering and Event Services

NAICS

Caterers (722320), Caterers (72232), Food Service Contractors (722310)

akta.pro primary industry

Corporate & Business Event Catering (THAHAKAA)

Keywords

• Corporate event catering
• Wedding catering services
• Event management
• Exclusive venue hosting
• Fine dining catering

Headquarters

HQ city

Almada

HQ country

Portugal

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Catering Services: Full-service catering for corporate events, weddings, gala dinners, cocktail receptions, coffee breaks, lunches, and dinners. Services extend beyond catering to include event organization and space management.
2. Venue Services: Operation of exclusive venue spaces (Quinta da Pimenteira, Plaza Eventos, Quinta das Façalvas, Cidade do Futebol, Herdade de Monte Novo, Museu do Oriente, Lisbon Stage, Sorraia Venue) and partnerships with partner venues for events.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Imppacto Catering & Eventos provides end-to-end catering and event management services in Portugal, serving corporate events, weddings, and private celebrations. The company operates a network of 7 exclusive venues and partners with 23 additional venues to host events ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale productions of 1500+ guests. Service lines include dedicated corporate catering, wedding catering, and premium fine dining experiences.

Product overview

Imppacto Catering & Eventos is a catering and events company with over 25 years of experience in the Portuguese market. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of catering services organized into three main categories: Corporate Catering, Wedding Catering, and Fine Dining. These catering services encompass cocktails, coffee breaks, lunches, dinners, and gala events. The company operates two types of venue offerings: 7 Exclusive Venues (Quinta da Pimenteira, Plaza Eventos, Quinta das Façalvas, Cidade do Futebol, Herdade de Monte Novo, Museu do Oriente, and Lisbon Stage - Events Hall) and 23 Partner Venues (including Casa Sacoto, Espaço Sorraia, Pátio da Galé, Pavilhão Carlos Lopes, Altice Arena, Herdade do Peru, Suspenso Lisboa, Super Bock Arena, Terminal de Cruzeiros de Lisboa, Centro de Congressos do Estoril, Campo Pequeno, Convento do Beato, Pavilhão do Conhecimento, Armazém 16, Palácio de Tancos, Casa Ermelinda Freitas, Casa do Desenho, Quinta dos Espadeiros, Palácio Cadaval, Palácio Quinta da Bacalhoa, Palácio de Queluz, Casa do Presidente, Lx Factory, and ODE Winery, Farm & Living). The company provides personalized solutions for all catering needs while managing exclusive venue spaces and partnerships with notable venues across Portugal.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Food Design Lab Lisbon: A food design laboratory concept, presented alongside Imppacto projects at events

Products and services

• Corporate Catering Tailored catering services for corporate events, conferences, business functions, and brand activations. Serves enterprise clients across multiple sectors including financial services, technology, automotive, and government, with capacity for large-scale events of 1500+ guests.
• Wedding Catering Catering services for weddings and private celebrations, offering customized menus, venue coordination, and end-to-end event production. Serves couples and families planning milestone events.
• Fine Dining Premium fine dining experiences for high-end private and corporate events, supported by in-house culinary concepts such as the Food Design Lab. Serves clients seeking elevated culinary offerings.
• Quinta da Pimenteira Exclusive venue operated by Imppacto, available for corporate events, weddings, and private celebrations, with integrated catering and event management services.
• Plaza Eventos Exclusive event venue operated by Imppacto, suitable for corporate functions, weddings, and large-scale private celebrations.
• Quinta das Façalvas Exclusive venue operated by Imppacto, hosting corporate events, weddings, and private celebrations with full catering and event management.
• Cidade do Futebol Exclusive event venue operated by Imppacto, suitable for large-scale corporate events, conferences, and private celebrations.
• Herdade de Monte Novo Exclusive rural venue operated by Imppacto, available for weddings, private celebrations, and corporate retreats with integrated catering services.
• Museu do Oriente Exclusive event venue operated by Imppacto, suited for high-end corporate functions, cultural events, and private celebrations.
• Lisbon Stage - Events Hall Exclusive event hall operated by Imppacto, hosting corporate events, conferences, product launches, and private celebrations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Successfully catered Century 21 Gala for 1500 guests, breaking records
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers21 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

22 partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and major.

• ODE Winery, Farm & LivingminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2026New partnership announced in April 2026. Located in Vila de Chã Ourique, this venue blends nature with winery heritage, offering versatile spaces that adapt to different event types. Imppacto provides catering services for events hosted at this partner venue.
• Sorraia VenuecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026New exclusive venue partnership. Located in Vale Sorraia near Coruche, the space offers nature meets history experience. The venue includes Hotel Rural Sorraia with 44 rooms, spa, sports spaces, and swimming pool. Operated as an Imppacto exclusive venue.
• Food Design Lab LisbonminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2024Imppacto's Tomás Pinto and Paulo Pinto presented Food Design Lab Lisbon projects at the 'Reivent' event sponsored by Imppacto on November 20, 2024. Food Design Lab is a creative culinary partner for event concepts.
• Quinta da PimenteiracoreOthersProprietary exclusive venue - an 18th century manor house located in Monsanto, Lisbon, operated directly by Imppacto since 2019. Used for corporate events, weddings, and private celebrations.
• Lisbon Stage - Events HallcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerExclusive partnership launched May 14. Located in Parque das Nações, this multifunctional venue adapts to various concepts, formats, and sizes for dinners, corporate events, and conferences.
• Altice Arena (MEO Arena)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLargest event hall in Portugal with over 10,000 m². Imppacto provides catering services for events held at this venue.
• Pátio da GalémajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner venue with 1,500 m² located in Terreiro do Paço, Lisbon. Unique architecture and history with lioz stone construction. Imppacto provides catering services.
• Super Bock ArenamajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMulti-purpose venue in Porto with capacity for up to 8,000 people. Imppacto provides catering for events at this venue.
• Convento do BeatomajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHistoric venue with elegant spaces for events. Nine rooms offering infinite possibilities. Imppacto provides catering services.
• Campo PequenomajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMain bullring in Portugal (1st Category) with capacity for 9,269 people including 6,848 seats. Multi-disciplinary venue for concerts, fairs, exhibitions, and events.
• Palácio de QueluzmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNational Palace in Sintra with baroque, rococo, and neoclassical architecture. Gardens offer scenographic environment for events.
• Palácio Quinta da BacalhoaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLocated in Azeitão with unique art collection, gardens, vineyards, and lake house containing the first dated tile in Portugal.
• Casa SacotominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHistoric house in Carmões, Torres Vedras. Available for corporate or private events at competitive prices.
• Herdade de Monte NovocoreOthersExclusive Imppacto venue in Pinhal Novo. Ballroom or outdoor patio events with capacity for 250 people. Rustic Alentejo-style space.
• Plaza EventoscoreOthersExclusive Imppacto venue in Vila Franca de Xira. Multifaceted event center with size and configuration tailored to client needs.
• LX FactoryminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCreative hub in Alcântara, Lisbon. 23,000m² former industrial site hosting events in fashion, advertising, multimedia, art, architecture, and music.
• Palácio CadavalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHistoric palace in Cadaval with Mudéjar, Gothic, and Manueline architecture. Features interior gardens and family pantheon church.
• Terminal de Cruzeiros de LisboamajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational cruise terminal designed by architect Carrilho da Graça. 13,800 m² with flexibility for exhibitions, cocktails, dinners, fashion, concerts, and fairs.
• Centro de Congressos do EstorilmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOpened 2001 on Estoril Coast with sea views. Only space in Portugal certified as Green Venue (Gold Certification by EarthCheck). Advanced technology for simultaneous events.
• The Branding and Business SummitmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerImppacto was official partner of the first edition on April 23 at MEO Arena. Responsible for catering service with concept 'O Nosso Bairro' featuring five food stations.
• MICE à MesamajorGTM or Marketing PartnerImppacto was official partner of the fifth edition on February 25, held at Quinta da Pimenteira. Industry networking event marking first day of BTL - Lisbon Travel Market.
• Reinvent EventminorGTM or Marketing PartnerImppacto was sponsor of 'Reinvent' event on November 20, 2024, promoted by Event Point. Provided catering and presented Imppacto and Food Design Lab projects.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Sodexo: Global French food services and facilities management multinational with significant contract catering operations across Portugal, including corporate, event, and institutional catering. Comparable as a broad incumbent catering competitor with deeper scale but less specialized in Portugal's premium wedding/private event niche.
• Compass Group: British multinational contract foodservice company operating across Portugal and Southern Europe, providing corporate catering, event hospitality, and premium food services. Comparable as a broad incumbent in the same end market as Imppacto with similar B2B event catering capabilities.
• Vila Galé Hotels: Portuguese hotel chain with properties across Portugal offering banqueting, wedding, and corporate event services. Comparable as Portugal-rooted competitor for the same wedding and corporate event catering demand, leveraging in-house hotel venues.
• Aramark: US-headquartered global food services, facilities, and uniform services provider with operations across Europe. Directly comparable offering of corporate event catering and large-scale institutional hospitality contracts that overlaps with Imppacto's high-profile corporate and government clientele.
• Pestana Hotel Group: Largest Portuguese hotel group with multiple 4- and 5-star properties offering weddings, banquets, and corporate event catering. Comparable as Portugal-based competitor for wedding catering and corporate events competing for similar Lisbon-based premium clientele.
• Marriott International (Portugal operations): Global hotel operator with Lisbon and Algarve properties offering in-house banqueting, wedding and corporate event catering. Comparable as a venue-based catering competitor — Marriott is also an Imppacto enterprise customer, illustrating the dual competitor/customer dynamic that defines this space.
• ISS A/S: Danish facility services multinational with food services among its core offerings. Operates across Portugal and competes for corporate event catering and venue hospitality contracts in the same B2B market as Imppacto, though with a broader non-food services portfolio.

Regional players

• GL Events: French-headquartered global event venue operator and MICE services provider with Southern European operations. Comparable as a major MICE/events infrastructure peer; serves a broader international footprint rather than focusing on the Portuguese market specifically.

Direct peers

• Event Point: Portuguese event industry media, organizer, and promoter (promoter of the Reinvent event at which Imppacto was sponsor in November 2024). Comparable as a Portuguese-based events industry player operating in the same MICE/event ecosystem that Imppacto caters for.
• Desafio Global: Portuguese event management and production company listed as a partner/peer brand on Imppacto's homepage. Direct peer operating in Portugal's corporate events market with full-service event production capabilities comparable to Imppacto's end-to-end offering.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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