hei. Hamburger ExistenzgründungsInitiative

Thinking of starting a business? Then you’ve come to the right place. For over 30 years, hei. Hamburger ExistenzgründungsInitiative has been the go-to resource in Hamburg for anyone taking the leap into self-employment. We’re here to support you every step of the way, from the initial idea through to the growth phase.

We guide you through your next steps with personalized guidance and advice (also available in English), hands-on expert knowledge, workshops and events, vibrant networks, and valuable startup support. Because: Starting a business is better together. With a strong Hamburg network at your side, we connect you with the right people, the right knowledge, and real opportunities.

Offers:

hei.beratung – Get started with hei.
Free initial personal consultation on your business idea or start-up – with guidance and concrete next steps.
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hei.expert session – Your personal expert video call
Free. 30-minute 1:1 video call with experienced experts on current start-up topics – with clear feedback and concrete next steps for your business. 
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hei.breakfast – Keynote talk & networking event
Monthly networking event for founders featuring short expert talks, practical tools and plenty of discussion. Participation is free of charge.
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hei.gründerinnen – Networking event for women
Monthly networking event for women who are starting a business or are already self-employed – to exchange ideas, network and learn from one another. Participation is free of charge.
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Getting started is easy: use the contact form at www.hei.hamburg/kontakt or call us at 040 3999 36-36.

The hei. Hamburg Startup Initiative is a project of the Johann Daniel Lawaetz Foundation and is funded by the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg through the Ministry of Economics, Labor, and Innovation (BWAI).