Events on the topic of foundation

Anyone setting up a business wants to minimise the risks as much as possible. Start-up entrepreneurs can protect themselves against financial loss arising from a wide range of uncertainties by taking out insurance. But what types of insurance are actually available to cover personal and business risks? Which policies are essential, and which are optional? Naturally, every business has different needs. – An initial overview helps to identify the insurance policies that are relevant to your particular venture.

​It’s that time of year again: the Start-up Days are here!

From 9 to 11 November 2026, you can look forward to practical workshops where you’ll receive valuable tips on setting up your business, as well as one-to-one consultations to help you develop your business idea further. Take this opportunity to network with experienced experts and other founders, and take your first steps towards self-employment! It’s all completely free!

And don’t worry: you don’t need to have set up a business yet to take part in the Start-up Days.

Have a look at the exciting workshops and evening events now and sign up!

​It’s that time of year again: the Start-up Days are taking place!

From 9 to 11 November 2026, you can look forward to practical workshops where you’ll receive valuable tips on setting up your business, as well as one-to-one consultations to help you develop your business idea further. Take this opportunity to network with experienced experts and other start-up founders, and take your first steps towards self-employment! It’s all completely free!

And don’t worry: you don’t need to have set up a business yet to take part in the Start-up Days.

Have a look at the exciting workshops and evening events now and sign up!

Are you a scientist brimming with innovative ideas? Do you want to explore the entrepreneurial potential of your research and how to fund it? Then #S2SC2026 is the place to be! We’re bringing together researchers, founders, investors and industry experts for a day dedicated to turning science into successful ventures.

What can you expect?

• Inspiring Keynote: Hear from visionary leaders who have successfully bridged the gap between science and entrepreneurship.
• Hear from Prof. Dr David Fernández Rivas, Chief Scientific Officer and Co-Founder of the promising MedTech start-up FlowBeams, as he shares his journey from groundbreaking research to entrepreneurship. He will offer insights into how FlowBeams is turning pioneering research into needle-free injection technology with the potential to transform healthcare.
• Entrepreneurship Awards: Celebrate outstanding research with the REACH Thesis / Research and Education Award – recognising innovative projects poised to make an impact.
• Hands-on Workshops: Dive deep into practical skills such as research canvas development, IP protection, funding strategies and more! Learn how to validate your research, navigate the world of patents and build a compelling business case.
• Start-up Showcases: Be inspired by fast-paced pitches from emerging start-ups – hear their stories, learn from their experiences, and see science come to life!
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow researchers, founders, mentors, coaches, investors and industry professionals in a vibrant, collaborative environment.

Plus: In the evening, you can attend our REACH Start-up Night, featuring exciting insights from a Founders’ Talk and much more. Join us and be inspired – t

A good product or a useful new service is no guarantee of high turnover or a successful start for a newly established business. Founders need to market their business idea effectively and let the world know about it. – That is the role of marketing. – After all, nobody buys something they don’t know about.

How does marketing actually work? And what exactly is it? What steps should be taken first? This webinar aims to provide an initial overview of the world of marketing.

Cornelia Köster from Pilotfisch GmbH & Co. KG in Warendorf is a marketing strategist for medium-sized businesses in the Münsterland region. Drawing on over 20 years’ consultancy experience, she will provide you with a concise overview of the right approach and the steps required for successful marketing.

The start-up scene in the Warendorf district is as diverse as your business ideas. Successful start-ups have one thing in common – they’re built on a strong network of like-minded people and experts. Get connected with start-up founders from the Warendorf district during the Start-up Weeks. Meet the right experts to help you take your next step. Network with your local community. Join us!

The start-up scene in the Warendorf district is as diverse as your business ideas. Successful start-ups have one thing in common – they’re built on a strong network of like-minded people and experts. Get connected with start-up founders from the Warendorf district during the Start-up Weeks. Meet the right experts to help you take your next step. Network with your local community. Join in!

The ERDF projects ‘Grünes Gründen Münsterland’, ‘Kreislaufwirtschaftsregion Münsterland’ and ‘Sustainable Innovation Münsterland’ are drawing to a close. At the same time, a new chapter is beginning: with ‘Zukunft Unternehmensnachfolge Münsterland’, ‘TOR@Münsterland’, ‘Circular Bioeconomy’ and other regional funding projects, Münsterland e.V. continues to take responsibility for key future issues in the region.

Together with other ERDF projects across the Münsterland region, more than 13 million euros will be channelled into the region over the coming years. We’d like to look back with you on what we’ve achieved, celebrate the completion of the projects and take a first look at what’s next for ‘
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WHERE? Hafenkäserei/FINNE Brewery, Am Mittelhafen 20, Münster
WHEN? Thursday, 26 November 2026
WHAT TIME? Doors open at 4.00 pm, event starts at 4.30 pm
HOW? Places are limited; participation is by registration only at: REGISTRATION

PROGRAMME
4.00 pm Reception

4.30 pm Start of the event
Improvisation performance by placebotheater Oliver Pauli on the theme of transformation
A look back & ahead: ERDF projects – the tried and tested meets the new
Marketplace: An overview of all ERDF projects in the Münsterland region

Followed by: We’ll round off the evening together with food, drinks and networking.
Anyone who’d like to can take part in a FINNE brewery tour, including a beer tasting, right on the premises.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO INSPIRING CONNECTIONS AND GOOD CONVERSATIONS.

Getting there and parking: If travelling by car, we recommend the Stadthaus 3 car park or the car park at the Cineplex. The Hafenkäserei is within easy walking distance from there. The Hafenkäserei is also easily accessible on foot or by bike from Münster Central Station.