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We are entrepreneurs, business-owners, universities, business development agencies and supporters.
You’ve got an idea? You are ready to set up?
Or planning to grow?
We are there for you!

VentureWærft – Your Start-Up community in the Fjord region Flensburg-Sønderborg

Your Start-Up community in the Fjord region Flensburg-Sønderborg

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We offer you the entire range of start-up support from the first idea to a successfully growing start-up - all from one source.

For every stage of your start-up

Let‘s take one step closer & learn a bit more about us …

Founding

Development

Crisis

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ABOUT US

VentureWærft is your start-up community in the Fjord region Flensburg-Sønderborg-Nordfriesland.
We are entrepreneurs, business-owners, universities, business development agencies and supporters.

OUR MISSION

VentureWærft aims at activating and supporting a vibrant start-up community that covers the entire Fjord region Flensburg-Sønderborg-Nordfriesland.
We achieve this with the help of our powerful partner network, a unique combination of know-how and our strong international mindset.

WHAT WE OFFER

ONE-STOP START-UP SUPPORT:

With our unique combination of important key players in the Fjord region Flensburg-Sønderborg-Nordfriesland, we offer you the entire range of start-up support from the first idea to a successfully growing start-up – all from one source.

WIDE RANGE OF EXPERTISE:

We strive to combine the strengths of our partner network systematically to create value for you. By joining our community you gain access to a wide range of start-up-relevant expertise.

NETWORK & DOOR OPENER:

Become part of an international network that opens doors to new national markets, know-how and exchange of experience. Use our platform as a stepping stone for gaining international business experience early on.

INTERNATIONAL MINDSET:

We promote an entrepreneurial mindset that crosses (national) borders. This way of thinking shapes our actions.

Dock1

Idea generation

Idea and Business Model development

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Dock2

Foundation

Crisis

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Dock3

Optimization

Growth

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Dock4

Idea generation

Idea and Business Model development

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Dock5

Idea generation

Optimization

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Dock6

Idea generation

Optimization

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As you can see, there are six VentureWærft Docks with different focus areas. It doesn‘t matter if you‘re working on your idea or if you‘ve already finished your business plan or if the foundation of your start-up is a few months or years away: We‘re there for you!

Benefit from the experience of our docks and additional partners and become a part of our community. Find out what we have to offer and approach us!

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Here you get all the information about the events of the Nordic StartUp Weeks! With all the information you need for your participation - whether time, exact description of the event, registration link or contact addresses! You will find everything here!

 

       

  

Overview of the Nordic StartUp Weeks events

 

SIS Open House
Meet our Start-Up Coaches Dorthe and Søren

ORGANISER:

Sønderborg Iværksætter Service (SIS) | Dock5

DATE:

19.04.2021

TIME:

16:30 – 18:00 o’clock

PLACE:

Online – You will receive the link after registration

REGISTRATION:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScYOYCo_UA_vsOOuDMOKY6JyJS-SUc4E3WYBX2BY_mm6MS4bw/viewform

LANGUAGE:

English or Danish

FOR WHOM INTERESTING:

Open for anyone: Idea status // Start-Ups with a business idea // Start-up with growth ambitions

DESCRIPTION:

Do you have a business idea (no matter in what stage), you want to pursue and are looking for sparring on that idea?
You would like to conquer the Danish market with your Start-Up, but don't know what to consider?
You are searching for contacts and entrance into Sønderborg's Start-Up community?
Or you would simply like to know, what SIS can offer for you?

Then make an appointment for a free 20 minutes online meeting with Dorthe or Søren.

Dorthe has been self-employed, has experience in different industries, has worked with leadership, product development, marketing and communication.Søren’s background and experience comes from sales, production, exports, retail and many years as self-employed in Denmark and abroad.

They can help you ask the first right questions about your Start-Up idea, give you an insight into the Danish market, connect you with the Start-Up community in Sønderborg or show you how SIS can help you north of the German-Danish border.

After your registration Dorthe will inform you about your time slot in the time frame 16:30 to 18:00 o’clock and send you a link for the meeting.

Any questions? Please, don’t hesitate to contact Dorthe: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

Basiswissen Existenzgründung

ORGANISER:

IHK Flensburg | Dock2

DATE:

20.04.2021

TIME:

16:00 – 19:00 o’clock

PLACE:

IHK Flensburg
Heinrichstraße 28-34
24937 Flensburg

Depending on the infection situation, it may be that the seminar will take place online.

REGISTRATION:

https://www.ihk-schleswig-holstein.de/system/veranstaltungssuche/vst/1393042?id=254272&terminId=603185

LANGUAGE:

German

FOR WHOM INTERESTING:

Open for anyone: everyone with a business idea, interested in how to start-up (in Germany)

DESCRIPTION:

You would like to acquire the necessary basic know-how for your way into self-employment?

Then register now for the seminar “Basiswissen Existenzgründung” (Basic know-how for starting up)!

You will learn everything you need to know about starting up (in Germany), get an overview of funding opportunities and financing support, get to know how to create your business concept, and learn more about relevant contacts in the region – all this in only three hours and for free!

 

VOL – StartUp Edition
MAKE your dreams come true

ORGANISER:

IDEENREICH

DATE:

21.04.2021

TIME:

18:00-20:00

PLACE:

Online via Discordlink: https://discord.gg/ZA3seqf

REGISTRATION:

Not required

LANGUAGE:

German

FOR WHOM INTERESTING:

Open for everyone: If you are in Prototyping, 3D Print, Lasercutter or Cuttingplotter or CAD

DESCRIPTION:

Our popular OpenLab is back, regularly every Wednesday from 6-8pm in virtual form on our Discord server and is now called VOL.1 - first virtual OpenLab!

You can use almost all of our equipment from the IDEENREICH, including the 3D printers, the laser cutter and the cutting plotter. But you can also brainstorm together or exchange ideas, as well as use CAD.

We have set up a Discord server on which VOL. 1 will take place. Here is the access link: https://discord.gg/ZA3seqf

There will be different channels according to the different activities. In each channel there will be a contact person from the IDEENREICH who will help you with words and deeds. So it's very similar to our real OpenLab! Just virtual and everyone from home.

The concrete procedure will be as follows:

1. we discuss your project together in our Discord channel, give you help with problems and look for solutions together.
2. you send us your finished files by email.
3. we produce your project in the IDEENREICH (e.g. 3D printer, laser cutter, cutting plotter)
4. you pick up your finished parts in a time frame defined by us.

Join us, we look forward to seeing you every Wednesday evening!

 

Virtual tour through the Co-Working Spaces of the TZ

ORGANISER:

WiREG | Dock3

DATE:

22.04.2021

TIME:

24/7

PLACE:

Coworking Factory: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=iPaXjc2sroV

CoWorking Space: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=8r3p5S8fL77

REGISTRATION:

Not required

LANGUAGE:

No particular language needed (no audio)

FOR WHOM INTERESTING:

Start-Ups

DESCRIPTION:

Your start-up is slowly outgrowing your desk at home? Are you longing for a change from your four walls at home and miss the exchange with like-minded people? You are a Danish start-up and want to get a taste of the start-up community in Flensburg by moving your workplace to Flensburg for a while?

Then have a look at Technology Center Flensburg (Technologiezentrum Flensburg – WiREG) and discover their Co-Working Spaces, which by the way offer plenty of room for networking and new inputs!

 

Women‘s Coffee

ORGANISER:

WEStartUpSH

DATE:

23.04.2021

TIME:

9-10 Uhr

PLACE:

Online

REGISTRATION:

 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/womens-mastermind-westartupcoffee-zur-nordic-startup-week-tickets-148202482615

LANGUAGE:

German

FOR WHOM INTERESTING:

Open for everyone who are interested in female entrepreneurship.

DESCRIPTION:

The new format WEstartupCoffee with discussions in small groups provides for an intensive, interactive exchange with other women. You will receive the Zoom link one day before the event.

 

WEStartUpSH Workshop
with Sisi Vobis

ORGANISER:

WEStartUpSH

DATE

23.04.2021

TIME:

 14-18 Uhr

PLACE:

Online

REGISTRATION:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/winspireworkshop-wirken-wenn-es-darauf-ankommt-tickets-142486580197

LANGUAGE:

German

FOR WHOM INTERESTING:

Open for everyone who are interested in female entrepreneurship and self-efficacy.

DESCRIPTION:

In a four-hour workshop with management consultant and actress Sisi Vobis, learn what you can do to make the most of your impact at important meetings and events, and how to navigate your self-efficacy.

 

Cross-border IdeaLab – learn how to develop your own business idea!

ORGANISER:

VentureWærft

DATE:

23.04.2021-25.04.2021

TIME:

Starting 16.00 o’clock on Friday. Ending 17.15 o’clock on Sunday

PLACE:

Online via Zoom (no download required)

REGISTRATION:

https://eveeno.com/cross-border_idealab

LANGUAGE:

English – but don't worry, we are all non-native speakers and will support each other with the communication.

FOR WHOM INTERESTING:

Everyone interested in start-ups – with or without an actual business idea.

DESCRIPTION:

Learn how to develop your start-up idea!

You are interested in start-ups? You are thinking about starting your own business, but you have neither an idea nor do you know how to get started? Maybe you already have a first idea, but haven't developed it yet?

You have the chance to develop a business idea during one weekend together with other participants from the border region!

 

The goal is that at the end of the Cross-border IdeaLab you know how to develop a whole business model from a first idea and how to inspire others with it with the help of a pitch!

We'll start with idea generation, show you how to develop a business model from a simple idea using the Sustainable Business Model Canvas, what a good pitch needs to include, and provide sparring from experienced start-up coaches along the way. At the end of the weekend, you will not only have tools and techniques for developing a business idea in your luggage, but also exciting new contacts!

 

How could it be better? The Cross-border IdeaLab is completely free!

 

Who can participate?

- You are student or a member of Hochschule Flensburg, Europa-Universität Flensburg or Syddansk Universitet?
- You are in the start-up consultation of the IHK zu Flensburg or Sønderborg Iværksætter Service?
- You are a start-up located in Technologiezentrum Flensburg?

You have questions about the event? Just send an email to Lisa Marie: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

Start-Up-Village for technical products (TeStUp) at HSFL

ORGANISER:

TestUp

DATE:

26.04.2021

TIME:

17.00 - 18.00 

PLACE:

Virtual TechShop via Webex: https://hs-flensburg.webex.com/hs-flensburg/j.php?MTID=m525071334edbe0eeb17305bc88205d76

REGISTRATION:

Not required

LANGUAGE:

English

FOR WHOM INTERESTING:

Entrepreneurs and people interested in product development and prototyping

DESCRIPTION:

A brief introduction into the newly build infrastructure at HS-FL for product development and prototyping. 
A demonstration of competencies and people behind several labs along the value creation of products.

 

Roast Your Start-Up – Cross-border Peer-Feedback Session

ORGANISER:

SDU | Dock4 & Dock1

DATE:

27.04.2021

TIME:

17.00 – 18.00 o’clock

PLACE:

Online

REGISTRATION:

Just send an e-mail to Lisa Marie: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

LANGUAGE:

English – every accent is welcome!

FOR WHOM INTERESTING:

Start-ups who want to have their business idea challenged by start-ups across the German-Danish border.
Start-ups that are thinking about entering foreign markets.

DESCRIPTION:

You always get the same politically correct feedback on your start-up idea? Are you ready to have your business idea challenged and ready for honest, brutal feedback that will take you further? You are interested in how your business idea is received beyond your own cultural mindset and market?

Then let yourself be challenged by other start-ups across the border and roast your start-up!

In this small Roast Your Start-Up-session 2 Danish start-ups will compete against 2 German start-ups. They will pitch each other their business ideas and give each other honest and brutal peer2peer feedback and sparring.

Who can participate?
Start-ups from Hochschule Flensburg, Europa-Universität Flensburg and Syddansk Universitet

You need more information or want to register? Please, contact Lisa Marie: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

Nordic StartUp Community Get Together

ORGANISER:

VentureWaerft

DATE:

28.04.2021

TIME:

17.00-19.00

PLACE:

Online

REGISTRATION:

 https://eveeno.com/startupweeksgettogether

LANGUAGE:

Danish, English and German possible

FOR WHOM INTERESTING:

People interested in start-ups, start-up supporters, start-ups, start-up coordinators, teachers who are interested in the topic of start-ups, all those who would like to exchange ideas with others on the topic of start-ups.

DESCRIPTION:

The Nordic StartUp Weeks are not over yet, but we just can't wait to get to know you better!

If you feel like it, grab a cool drink of your choice (tea is also possible, of course) and join us.

We invite you to talk about start-up topics in a relaxed atmosphere, get to know the people behind the email addresses or just have a nice chat!

We look forward to seeing you!

You have questions abou the event? Please, contact Julia: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

StartUp Breakfast

ORGANISER:

Dock1

DATE:

29.04.2021

TIME:

9:00-11:00

PLACE:

Online

REGISTRATION:

https://eveeno.com/dock1startupbreakfastapril?fbclid=IwAR2OPg-epCSxPzd5mR8z0EoDMLDW886aGHgAnATnhTL-1m3VVImcq3AwTkw

LANGUAGE:

German

FOR WHOM INTERESTING:

Everyone who are interested in starting up!

DESCRIPTION:

Everyone is welcome, from students to scientists, people with ideas, start-ups, young and established companies - and people interested in founding a company.

Digital breakfast with the start-ups of the Flensburg Campus - an entertaining event for getting to know each other and exchanging start-up ideas!

Are you keen to get connected with the Dock1 incubator program on Campus Flensburg?
Are you asking yourself what the regional start-ups are working on?
Do you have your own start-up ideas and you would like to exchange ideas with others?
How does the further development of an idea into a business model actually work? Where do you start?
Would you like to get a taste of regional start-up activities in a nice and relaxed atmosphere?
Or would you like to expand your network and also get to know the offers of the VentureWaerft network partners?

Then you are at the right place: our start-up breakfast!

You have the opportunity to exchange ideas with our founding supporters of the Dock1 incubator Lara, Thomas and Jonas and other start-up projects, to develop your ideas further and to network with other students who are interested in founding a business!

Everyone is welcome, from students to scientists, people with ideas, start-ups, young and established companies - and those interested in founding a company.

The use of our video conference solution "Zoom" is very easy and all you need is an internet connection, a microphone and a webcam on your PC / laptop. No download is necessary for this. As an alternative to Zoom, we are also very happy to make phone calls. It is best to choose your preferred method in the registration form.

  

Dock1 | Open House

ORGANISER:

Dock1

DATE:

29.04.2021

TIME:

Book an Appointment

PLACE:

Online

REGISTRATION:

https://eveeno.com/tagderoffenentuerapril?fbclid=IwAR0y7snaT9qY-ZaUBxbOinkeeTT5jC7jQSZ3WXcx7CPgY__16-JOcAHeIYg

LANGUAGE:

German & English

FOR WHOM INTERESTING:

Students and alumni who are interested in founding a start-up.
No need for a concrete idea

DESCRIPTION:

Do you have an idea for a start-up that you would like to discuss, are you looking for financing options or do you have other questions about starting a business? We will support you!

As we are currently unable to give you a tour of our coworking space Dock1 on campus, we would like to take this opportunity to offer you a virtual open day to get to know us.

Take the chance and book a one-to-one appointment!!

 

We, Thomas, Jonas and Lara, are the start-up supporters of Dock1 and offer free individual support to people interested in starting a business.

If you have any questions about the open day, please feel free to contact us at any time via This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Your Dock1 Team
Thomas, Jonas and Lara

 

Hackathon: schuleneuged8

ORGANISER:

@venturedock

DATE:

30.04.2021

TIME:

9:00-18:00

PLACE:

Online

REGISTRATION:

Registration until 16.04.2021: https://www.schule-neu-ged8.de/

LANGUAGE:

German

FOR WHOM INTERESTING:

Closed Event

DESCRIPTION:

Too much rubbish in the schoolyard? Bullying during breaks or on social media? No access for wheelchair users to the sports hall?

If you notice these and similar things at your school and would like to change and improve them, then take part in the #schuleneuged8 idea hackathon on 30 April 2021!

Present us your cool and innovative ideas on how to make your school better, more beautiful, more inclusive, more diverse or more sustainable! Learn new tools to help you implement ideas and win great prizes!

Jacob Erichsen and the @ventureDock project from the Flensburg campus are looking for YOUR innovative ideas for YOUR school.

Feel free to contact us

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A part of this project is also supported by the project Grenzland INNOVATIV Schleswig-Holstein, sponsored by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research and the Gemeinsame Wissenschaftskonferenz.


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