Got aproject?
Business creation
Talk to an expert.
The first advisory meeting is free and without obligation, online or in person. For any type of project, innovative or not.
Got aproject?
Our role
Guiding you, and telling you where the sticking points are
We distinguish business creation advice from start-up support: these projects or new companies are more traditional in nature, follow a different development path and require a different type of financing and support. Fri Up helps through advisory meetings on setting up a company or starting a business, for all types of projects. The aim: to highlight potential risks, act as a safeguard and guide you through the process.
A free advisory meeting
At least one meeting with an advisor, online or in one of our offices in Fribourg, Murten, Bulle or Bossonnens. No obligation.
Practical information
Access to practical information and tips that should answer many of your questions.
Free workshops
Seven two-hour thematic workshops, plus a one-day workshop organised with the Chamber of Commerce.
The questions we deal with most oftenWhere do I start? Does my idea have potential? How do I write a business plan? Which legal form should I choose? Which social insurances? How much do I need to get started? Can I make a living from it?
Practical tips for setting up your business
In the Blog section you'll find plenty of practical tips and very useful answers to your questions about setting up a business, with many articles on the subject.
Looking for a specific topic? Simply type it into the search bar on the blog page to go straight to the related content.
Go to the practical tips →Resources
To read and use
Small guide for the self-employed 2026
Self-employed status, company name, commercial register, social charges, insurance, VAT, accounting and taxes. Ten chapters, with current amounts and rates.
ReadingOpen the guide
Two hours to unblock a topic
Free workshops
Each workshop lasts two hours and is free. They are open to anyone with a project, at any stage.
Financial plan
Put figures on your project: costs, selling price, break-even point, financing needs.
Marketing and communication
Define your positioning, target customers and messages.
Digital communication
Website, social media, content: where to start and with what budget.
Artificial intelligence
What AI really changes for a small business, and how to use it.
Google Ads
Understand how it works and what it costs, and whether it makes sense for your business.
Legal forms and social insurance
Sole proprietorship, LLC (Sàrl), public limited company (SA): practical consequences, plus OASI, accident insurance and occupational pensions.
Elevator pitch
Present your project in one minute, clearly and convincingly.
One-day workshop
“Give your business project a boost!”, in partnership with the Fribourg Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIF). Two dates a year.
The first meeting is free
An hour with an advisor to review your project, identify the risks and know where to start. Online, or in one of our offices in the canton.