The Jade Startup Box (formerly GRÜNDERBOX) was founded in 2005 at the Wilhelmshaven campus of Jade University of Applied Sciences to support students and research staff in starting their own businesses. Through close collaboration with regional partners, the startup service has grown and expanded year after year. Today, the Jade Startup Box is a key first point of contact for aspiring entrepreneurs in Northwest Germany. Since May 2020, the Jade Startup Box has been supported by the EXIST Potentiale project. The project's goal and mission are to unlock startup potential at Jade University of Applied Sciences and in the region, thereby promoting new businesses. Target group: Students, researchers, and staff of Jade University of Applied Sciences . Services offered: Individual startup consulting, various events, Entrepreneurship Certificate, and office space at the Jade Startup Box.