The direct line to success – networking with WESt

A strong network is the fuel for entrepreneurial success. Whether you are just starting out, already established, or want to share your knowledge as an expert, exchanging ideas with like-minded people provides valuable inspiration.

We make it easy: from business breakfasts in the morning to networking events in the evening, WESt offers a wide range of event formats to suit every schedule.

AI Roundtable

Interest in artificial intelligence is growing steadily among companies, and technological developments are advancing rapidly. The AI roundtable hosted by WESt mbH offers a platform for discussing AI technologies and their practical application in companies. The event series is designed as a low-threshold format for company managers and focuses on current, practice-oriented ideas and discussions. 

In an open atmosphere, participants can share their questions, experiences, and challenges in dealing with AI technologies, gather ideas, and build topic-specific networks. 

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Business breakfast in the Steinfurt district

A energizing start to the day & valuable contacts! WESt mbH and the North Westphalia Chamber of Industry and Commerce have been organizing the Business Breakfast in the Steinfurt district for many years. The aim is to bring together entrepreneurs, managers, owners, and authorized signatories from the region over a hearty breakfast to promote the exchange of ideas and information and to establish valuable contacts.

Take advantage of this opportunity for a profitable exchange in a relaxed atmosphere!

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Network of female entrepreneurs

The Steinfurt District Female Entrepreneurs Network offers a neutral platform for women entrepreneurs from the region. It promotes the exchange of experiences, ideas, and expertise on the topics of entrepreneurship and self-employment. Its motto is "Strengthening and networking regional forces." The target group includes female founders, freelancers, self-employed women, and women in leadership positions who want to learn from each other, inspire each other, and grow together.

Join our established network – our motto is: "Strengthening and networking regional forces."

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HYMAT Energy Network

The district of Steinfurt and its partners have been working for many years within the framework of the HYMAT energy network to promote hydrogen as a sustainable energy source in the region. 

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Start-up Round Table

The Rheine Start-up Round Table has established itself as a permanent networking platform for founders in the region. The format regularly brings together the local start-up scene to exchange experiences, learn from each other, and gain valuable practical insights—an important building block for a vibrant start-up culture in Rheine.

The focus is on changing thematic topics and inspiring speakers, including successful entrepreneurs from fields such as gastronomy, trade, media, and health. They provide insights into their careers, share experiences from their start-up practice, and are available to answer questions.

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Green Start-ups in Münsterland

The Grünes Gründen Münsterland project strengthens the start-up culture and start-up intensity in the Münsterland region. As a follow-up initiative to the established Gründergeist #Youngstarts Münsterland project, Grünes Gründen Münsterland now focuses on ecologically and/or socially sustainable start-up ideas in the Münsterland region. The project team inspires those interested in starting a business as well as founders to think about sustainability, encourages them to rethink their approach, and supports start-up projects that contribute to ecological transformation. Special attention is paid to knowledge transfer and cooperation between science and the start-up scene. 

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