Handwerkskammer für Schwaben

The Handwerkskammer für Schwaben is a corporation under public law and represents the interests of about 30,000 craft businesses in the Schwaben region, which have around 147,000 employees, including about 11,000 trainees. It serves as a central spokesperson and service provider for its members.

The HWK Schwaben advocates for strong representation of interests towards politics and the public. It offers a wide range of educational and consulting services to support and promote its member businesses. The organization places great importance on the self-administration of the craft economy and promotes vocational training and further education through its educational centers.

• Vocational Training and Examination Organization: The HWK Schwaben takes on sovereign tasks in the organization of vocational training and examinations.
• Educational and Consulting Services: It offers comprehensive consulting services in the areas of business management, start-ups, and innovation management.
• Innovation and Technology Consulting: The HWK Schwaben supports craft businesses in the introduction of new technologies and materials as well as in the market launch of new products.
• Start-up Consulting: Free consulting for founders, assisting in the creation of business plans and preparation for bank discussions.

The Handwerkskammer für Schwaben is actively committed to sustainability in the craft sector. It was the first chamber nationwide to publish a declaration on the German Sustainability Code and supports companies in developing sustainability strategies. With the Sustainability Navigator, it offers a digital application that helps companies easily and effectively create sustainability reports.

The HWK Schwaben is a central partner for the Swabian craft sector, distinguished by comprehensive services and commitment to sustainability.

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