Start-Ups

From Idea to Success!

Many people cherish the dream of running their own company. But while there’s no lack of good ideas, many fail to overcome the hurdle of transforming their idea into a functioning business model. How can you develop a proper business plan? Who can help you? What can you do about financing? What legal and tax challenges will you face? Find the answers to these and many other questions at the Neckar-Alb region's chambers of commerce.

In the past year alone, around 3,500 brave entrepreneurs followed their dream and registered a company in the Neckar-Alb region. Each new company brings with it fresh ideas, economic dynamism, an increase in competition, and the potential to generate additional jobs. The region's chambers of commerce are here to help you join this community of go-getters and finally start your dream business.

The Reutlingen Chamber of Crafts (HWK) and Reutlingen Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK) are your go-to specialists when it comes to starting a business in the Neckar-Alb region. Take advantage of their comprehensive services to guarantee the best possible start to your professional independence. Please visit the chambers’ websites for more information about courses, seminars, and individual consultations.

Here in the Neckar-Alb region, the Reutlingen Chamber of Crafts (HWK) and Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK) are here to assist you, regardless of whether you're looking for a company successor or are interested in taking over a company yourself. A pool of skilled consultants can help design the operational handover, accompany you during the entire process, and answer any and all questions you may have regarding corporate succession.

For the first time in 2013, the chambers of industry and commerce recorded more owners looking to hand over their company than young entrepreneurs willing to take them (DIHK Succession Report 2014). Looking at it from a purely mathematical perspective, there’s just one possible takeover candidate for every five company owners in the industry looking for a successor. Seize the chance and talk with us about succession opportunities in the region!