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Dear founders, we want to support you in launching your own business successfully and moving your company forward. In the latest startup news, we have brought together useful information about events, funding and key topics involved in starting a business. An inspiring startup story is also intended to motivate and encourage you to take the step into professional independence. Make use of the opportunities and support available to become self-employed or develop your business further. Connect, exchange ideas and become active members of the Goslar Startup Region. And if you’re enthusiastic about your new life’s work, spread the word! Warm regards |
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Startup story: Heldt’s sauce manufactoryWith just one product, Sehusa sauce made to a traditional family recipe, Sebastian Heldt is now stocked in several EDEKA, Rewe and Kaufland stores. The founder tells his startup story: how he built his business on his grandfather’s garlic sauce and why he currently focuses on just one product. |
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Workshops for personal and entrepreneurial development: Goslar Region Startup and Innovation AcademyBusinesses that want to move forward – whether still preparing to launch, newly established or already well established – have the opportunity in the coming months to gain practical expertise from specialists in many different fields. The focus is always on developing personal skills and entrepreneurial know-how. Let our Startup and Innovation Academy events inspire you and gain expert knowledge that has been proven in practice. |
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Save the date: SNIC Practical Forum on AI + Digitalisation – 16.06.2026On 16 June at 17:00, WiReGo & SNIC will bring leading figures from business, research and practice together in Goslar to make one of the most important topics of our time tangible: artificial intelligence. Expect practical insights for SMEs, clear information about the EU AI Act, concrete practical approaches to greater efficiency through AI and much more. Experts from industry, consulting and academia will take part, including representatives of Metalogie, Ceconsoft, Complego and TU Clausthal. More about the event soon in our events calendar » |
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Goslar–Wolfenbüttel startup incubatorThe planned startup and innovation incubator of the Wolfenbüttel District Economic Development Agency and WiReGo has cleared another hurdle. The South-East Lower Saxony Future Region has given the initiative a positive assessment, and a funding application has been submitted to NBank. The incubator will be put into operation once a positive decision is received. The launch is planned for autumn 2026, with an initial group of prospective founders envisaged for spring 2027. We will keep you informed here and on the startup portal about further developments. |
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‘Startup Preschool Clausthal’ from 26 to 28 JuneFollowing last year’s successful first edition, TU Clausthal students of all nationalities are invited to explore self-employment and starting a business in depth at the second ‘Startup Preschool’ from 26 to 28 June. The German-Norwegian company Startup Migrants is running the event in cooperation with TU Clausthal and their joint startup service. |
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KOMPASS funding for further training and qualificationsSolo self-employed people can benefit from up to EUR 4,500 in support for further training and qualifications. The ‘KOMPASS – Compact Help for the Solo Self-Employed’ programme aims to help secure or develop their professional livelihood and/or make their existing business model more resilient. |
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Getting started with public fundingWhether you are starting a business or expanding one, investments depend on the capital you need. Businesses in Germany can access different funding programmes depending on their age, size and sector. These may be low-interest loans, grants or guarantees provided by the federal or state governments or the EU. The benefits include not only the often attractive terms but also reduced risk for the financing bank. |
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High level of innovation at the 2026 ‘TUniCorn’ ideas competitionFor the fourth time, TU Clausthal’s startup service, in cooperation with WiReGo, organised the TUniCorn ideas competition for innovative projects. The participating teams impressed the jury with their exciting ideas, many of which have clear economic and social relevance. |
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When success leads to failureToo successful to succeed? It sounds confusing. Yet too much success can indeed cause a startup venture to fail: if demand overwhelms you in the early stages, plans for materials, staff and liquidity can be thrown off course and you may become overburdened. Learn about some reasons why failure can occur despite success and how to avoid them. |
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Self-employed around the clock? Good planning matters!Whether you are founding a business, running a young company or well established in self-employment, you as an entrepreneur are the engine of your business. To keep it running, you need some mindfulness and self-care. We have put together a few tips for you. |
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Wirtschaftssenioren Harz – experienced entrepreneurs helping the next generationFor more than ten years, Wirtschaftssenioren Harz, a group of former entrepreneurs and self-employed people, has supported founders and businesses in successfully putting their business ideas into practice. Wirtschaftssenioren Harz is part of the support available to founders in Goslar district. |
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Plan a successful start to self-employment with us!Our startup event series consists of five free events that give you a concise, practical introduction to the most important topics in starting a business. The right time is always NOW! Take your future into your own hands and put your ideas into practice. Become self-employed. We’ll give you the most important foundations for getting started! The next event series begins in Bad Harzburg on 28 May. Upcoming dates: 28 May – Module 1: Introduction to starting a business |
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Startup news May 2026
Important and helpful information about self-employment – events, funding, tips and more.
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