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From unemployment to your own company: Hannover is building the future!
Discover how the “Gründung Kompakt” project has been helping unemployed people in Hanover become self-employed and promoting economic dynamism since 2018.
From unemployment to your own company: Hannover is building the future!
Today we look at the remarkable “Gründung Kompakt” project, which has been active in the Hanover area since 2018. This successful project supports people who want to venture out of unemployment and start a new business. The cooperation between the employment agency and hannoverimpuls GmbH has already resulted in over 1,000 start-ups and is an important driver for the regional economy.
A bit of background knowledge: The project aims to promote economic dynamism, securing skilled workers and innovative strength in the region. With individual advice and practical qualification measures, those interested are optimally prepared for their independence. Hannover.de reports that a two-stage model - consisting of a start-up check and a four-week workshop program - forms the basis for success.
Results of the initiative
Between 2018 and 2024, a total of 3,747 advisory and qualification measures were carried out, including 3,001 individual start-up checks and 746 intensive support. The proportion of women among founders is an impressive 53 percent. Numerous creative companies have emerged from the workshops, including Julian's ice cream factory and the IT company Numba.one.
The commitment to sustainable business models will continue in the coming funding period. Over 1,000 start-up checks, 200 seminar and coaching participation and 18 four-week workshops are planned. The aim is to further strengthen the creation of employment in the region and to consolidate Hanover as a business location.
Funding and support
An important aspect for aspiring entrepreneurs concerns financing. The Existenzstartungportal of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy has a lot of information available. This includes topics such as business ideas, types of founders and financing options. If you want to become self-employed, you should also think about the necessary financial resources. Finally, investments in real estate, equipment and personnel are necessary.
According to the Ministry of Economic Affairs, it is advisable to take care of start-up capital early on. This can consist of equity – such as personal reserves or machinery – as well as debt capital. Promotional loans, such as the ERP start-up loan, offer interesting options with low interest rates and long terms. Guarantees may also be necessary to cover payment risks.
Outlook and opportunities
The innovative strength is not only evident in Hanover. Young founders are also in focus across Germany. Current reports confirm a record year for start-ups, particularly characterized by topics such as artificial intelligence and regional strength. existenzgruendungsportal.de provides extended advice and checklists that help with planning and implementing a start-up.
Overall, the “Foundation Compact” project illustrates the successes of modern economic development and the importance of cooperation to strengthen the corporate culture in our region. The next few years promise to be exciting as more innovative entrepreneurs move from unemployment into self-employment.