We are WESt

As the economic development agency for the Steinfurt district, WESt mbH creates the ideal conditions for business success—through strong networks, expert advice, and a genuine competitive advantage.

Important notice: WESt has moved! As of March 9, 2026, we are located at a new address: Carl-Benz-Str. 5, 48565 Steinfurt

Our Offers

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Starting a business

A helping hand for your business idea

Starting a business means turning dreams into reality. Whether you have a brilliant idea or simply want to finally be your own boss, we’ll support you every step of the way: with personalized guidance, valuable networks, and the expertise you need.

Don’t start alone—start with us. 

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Business services

Businesses Grow with Strong Partners

We support entrepreneurs in the Steinfurt district with consulting, funding programs, and valuable networks—for greater success, more innovation, and more opportunities. We place a particular focus on AI and succession planning.

Support for businesses of all sizes.

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Skilled Employees

Recruiting skilled Employees with WESt

We help companies, schools, and other institutions find potential skilled employees—easily and sustainably.

Together with us.

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Location

Live and Work Well in the Steinfurt District

We want to maintain and further develop our region as a strong business location. That is why we are in the final stages of rolling out fiber-optic infrastructure across the district and serve as your point of contact for commercial spaces and real estate of all kinds.

For the 24 towns and municipalities in the Steinfurt district.

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Events that bring people together. Ideas that inspire.

10 September 2026
Gründung
Tagesseminar

One-Day Seminar: “The Basics of Bookkeeping”

Date:
10. September 2026
Time:
09:00 - 16:00
Place:
GRIPS III, Am Campus 2, 48565 Steinfurt

Bookkeeping is not only a legal requirement but also an important basis for assessing a company’s earnings, assets, and liquidity. This one-day seminar provides a foundation in financial accounting and offers practical insights into how bookkeeping is applied in day-to-day business operations. In addition to technical fundamentals, participants will receive helpful tips on using accounting software.

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10 September 2026
Gründung
Tagesseminar

One-Day Seminar: “The Basics of Bookkeeping”

Date:
10. September 2026
Time:
09:00 - 16:00
Place:
GRIPS III, Am Campus 2, 48565 Steinfurt

Bookkeeping is not only a legal requirement but also an important basis for assessing a company’s earnings, assets, and liquidity. This one-day seminar provides a foundation in financial accounting and offers practical insights into how bookkeeping is applied in day-to-day business operations. In addition to technical fundamentals, participants will receive helpful tips on using accounting software.

Learn more
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