International Founders Lab

Are you an international student dreaming to found your own startup in Germany? Then this workshop is just right for you—take away your fear of the notorious German bureaucracy and figure out how to get access to EU funding and financial support! In our interactive workshop, you will not only learn but also gain hands-on experiences on:

• Legal Essentials: Which type of company is right for you? How do you register a company as an international founder and protect your intellectual property? How do you switch from a student visa to a startup visa?
• Banking & Finance: How to Open a Business Account, the Basics of Taxation for Startups, Accounting Softwares & Tools, Social Security Obligations and the German Health Insurance System for Founders.
• General Bureaucracy: How to Understand and Respond to Official Letters and Notifications, Key Officies, and the Business/Work/Entrepreneurship Culture and Communication Styles in Germany
• Funding Opportunities: Overview of available funding programs in the EU and Germany, and how to apply to them successfully.

Come join us to connect with other international founders and find out how you can become part of our LAUNCH network. We look forward to seeing you!