A key advantage of a Gründerzentrum: its networks—both internal and external. TFU is closely connected to all the organizations and individuals in the region and beyond that support entrepreneurs.
Whenever you have problems or questions, there’s always a chance that people in our networks can help. They’re happy to do so and are fully committed to helping. Feel free to reach out to us! Below, we maintain contacts with
- the economic development agencies of Ulm, Neu-Ulm, the Alb-Donau District, and the Neu-Ulm District (all shareholders of TFU)
- the Ulm/Neu-Ulm Urban Development Association
- the universities of Ulm and Neu-Ulm and the University of Ulm (the latter is a shareholder of TFU)
- the Ulm Chamber of Industry and Commerce (which is also a shareholder in TFU) and the Swabian Chamber of Industry and Commerce, along with their startup advisory services
- the HKn Ulm and Swabia
- the Steinbeis Foundation and its affiliates
- regional savings banks, cooperative banks, and other banks
- Development banks, such as KfW (Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau)
- the Association of Technology and Startup Centers in Baden-Württemberg (Executive Board); and, in this regard, also with mbg Mittelständische Beteiligungsgesellschaft Baden-Württemberg
- other associations and organizations (evobis, aduv, Forum for Female Entrepreneurs and Founders, Club der Industrie, Marketing Club Ulm/Neu-Ulm, etc.)
- the tax offices in Ulm and Neu-Ulm
- the employment agencies in Ulm and Neu-Ulm
- Venture Capital Firms
- independent experts in law, taxation, and auditing
- independent consultants
- Entrepreneurs in the region, including former TFU companies
- the Ulm Project Development Company (PEG) and the Real Estate Office
This list is not intended to be exhaustive. However, it gives you a good sense of the diversity found within our networks. Whenever a problem or question arises, we are happy to reach out to our contacts—of course, only with your consent.
