...if it's in regards to optical technologies, medical technology or analytics/ bioanalytics. But the solar branch, the software/E-commerce branches, the fields of biotechnology/pharmaceuticals as well as precision technologies are also prominently represented.

Jena promotes Thuringia and Central Germany. According to the regional ranking of the  Institute der deutschen Wirtschaft commissioned by the Neue Initiative für Soziale Marktwirtschaft, Jena is the beacon of former East Germany. In the national rating of cities, Jena takes third place behind Munich and Starnberg.

Jena is also attractive to people who don't (yet) have their own business. With regard to career opportunities for specialists, a recent Prognos study puts Jena in second place. Engineers, natural scientists, IT specialists or anyone with a professional certification have especially good perspectives in Jena.  

Another important reason for Jena's success are the established professional networks. They support new ideas and projects with a wide range of know-how and many useful contacts to scientists and potential economic partners.

The rule of thumb in Jena: Speak the language of business, and you'll be understood. Companies find exactly the resources they need to thrive and develop.

The movers and shakers should come to Jena. It's worth it.