From Idea to Start-up

We provide comprehensive support to help you launch your start-up, whether you're developing your own idea during your studies, spinning off a project from academic or research work, or joining an existing startup.

We offer support in all phases of start-up development. Whether you have an innovative business idea or not, if you're interested in starting a start-up, you're in the right place. Depending on your stage of development, we provide tailored support to founding teams, such as individual coaching, events, workshops, or networking.

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EXIST Funding
since 2007
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Events per year
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Partners

Our offers and programs

Get Started

I want to learn the basics and get inspired.

Not yet a clear idea, but interested in starting a start-up? Looking for like-minded peers and an entry into the start-up world? We offer personalized start-up consulting and numerous events to network with other entrepreneurs.

Through our platform collӕb, you can make valuable connections, and gather inspiration for your own business idea. Join the crowd!

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Ideation Programm

I have a well-developed idea and need support.

Ready for the next step? We support you in your initial steps, refine your value proposition, and show you how to secure initial funding.  If you have an idea and a team by your side, participate in our 3-month Ideation Program and turn your vision into reality!

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Incubation Programm

I have already founded my company, but now I need help with prototyping and market entry.

Experienced teams with an initial pre-seed investment (e.g., EXIST) can join our flexible 3-month Incubation Program. This program supports you in building your prototype, bringing your product to market, and securing additional early investments – we do everything to help you become our next unicorn.

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RWTH Expert Hubs

I want to meet like-minded people and need access to specialized infrastructure.

Looking for specialized labs or workspaces or seeking to exchange ideas with experts? Our five Expert Hubs offer themed platforms to advance your ideas or start-up. In addition to diverse networking opportunities, entrepreneurs and start-ups benefit from direct access to RWTH's expert support and the corresponding infrastructure.

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Collective Incubator Community

I want to explore the community and benefit from it.

The Collective Incubator offers numerous services and networking opportunities. Welcome to our community!

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Other

I want to discover more opportunities.

Our Co-Founder Matching supports you in finding like-minded people. The International Entrepreneurship Office is designed for international aspiring entrepreneurs.

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