The Bavarian Pre-Founding and Succession Coaching Program (short: Pre-Founding Coaching)

expired on March 31, 2025.

 

In all of Bavaria, contact points (External link) have been established that provide information and initial consulting for all questions related to founding a business. For example, the departments of economic development (External link) at the district offices and district-free cities offer consulting and event dates for founders. The Chambers of Crafts (HWKs (External link) ), Chambers of Commerce and Industry (IHKs (External link) ), and the Institute for liberal professions (External link) continue to offer free initial consulting for all those interested in starting a business and can provide specific support in the period before a formal founding.

 

Furthermore, the program "Promotion of Business Consultations for SMEs" (External link) by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action provides a grant for consultations after formal founding.