Startup

Would you like to set up own company and take the plunge info self-employment? We are at your side with our free advice.

Would you like to realize your entrepreneurial vision and conquer the market with your ideas? As the Economic Promotion of the Canton of Schaffhausen, we can advise and support you in your first entrepreneurial steps.

Free first consultation

With our free initial consultation, we connect you with regional service providers and authorities. We are here to support you with questions about your business plan, the process of starting a company, or other organizational matters.

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Helpful documents

The following documents will help you with your business setup. Need personal support? No problem! Take advantage of our free initial consultation.

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Willkommen in Schaffhausen – ein Handbuch für Neubürger

Checklist for building your company

1.

What is your business idea?

Business plan

Company location

Company name

Domain

2.

What is the name of your company?

Name check

Legal forms

3.

Where do your resources come from?

Equity & debt capital

Liquidity plan

4.

How do you insure yourself?

Social insurance

Pension provision

Taxes

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Startup Events

Our startup events provide you with practical knowledge on all aspects of founding a company. Get fit with useful tips and receive direct advice from experienced speakers.

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Step I

Basic event with practical knowledge on green issues. Free initial consultation for individual questions.

Systematic offer

Step II

Further advanced modules (ABM). Course modules with founder-specific content, taught by experts with practical experience.

Step III

Referral to experts and service partners.

"Wall of Fame"

StartHub's “Wall of Fame” shows an overview of the coolest young companies in the region. The companies have been verified and met by StartHub. Would you like to see your company on the “Wall of Fame”? Then secure your place now!

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There is more

By Gina Ochsner March 14, 2024
For over ten years, Christos Asimakopoulus has been engaged as an ambassador for Schaffhausen as a business location. He explains and promotes the advantages of Schaffhausen and also contributes new ideas. He received the "Area for Makers Ambassador" Award 2024 at the Business Leader Event in recognition of his current and future commitment to Schaffhausen’s economy.
By Gina Ochsner March 11, 2024
High quality of life, favorable tax level, ideal traffic situation, efficient administration: thanks to such location factors, Schaffhausen has attracted international service providers and enabled the development of the high-tech industry. Is the shortage of skilled workers now becoming a drag? The companies Georg Fischer (GF), Medipack and BBC Bircher comment on this.
By Gina Ochsner December 5, 2023
We can no longer eat the way we used to – our traditional food culture is too resource-intensive. Our food system must change. The Schaffhausen food specialists Unilever and Pronatec are taking an active roll in this new orientation. Though they approach the problem from different angles, they share a common denominator: Creating the best product for consumers.

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Get started with us! Let us inspire you and use our experience on your path to self-employment! I will be happy to help you.

Robin Becker

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