Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Stuttgart Region

Start-up support

Advice and networking for start-ups are traditional Chamber of Commerce and Industry services. We provide these in the shape of publications, information events, open days and databases. (All contents in German)

Where start-ups have drawn up a detailed business plan and would like feedback, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry offers the opportunity to arrange a free meeting.

Please feel free to contact the Start-Up Service Centre if you have any questions regarding your Start-up: existenz@stuttgart.ihk.de

For Start-ups

Business plan

The business plan is a written, comprehensive and detailed business concept which describes the specific aspects of an individual business and is an important prerequisite for the success of a start-up.

For Start-ups

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Registering a business

Learn more about the documents and information you need to for registering your business.

For Start-ups

Vertrag wird unterschrieben und Geld überreicht

Funding

What financing options are available for your business? Gain an overview over publicly funded programs and other funding opportunities and their conditions.

For Start-ups

Junge lächelnde Geschäftsleute unterwegs

Personal qualification

Before you launch your start-up, you should be clear about your objectives. Do you want to be an entrepreneur? If yes, do you meet the key requirements and do you have the necessary skills? The first step towards starting your own company is to take a close look at yourself.