Business Skills Workshop Series for Ukrainian Entrepreneurs
A tailored series of practical workshops designed to equip Ukrainian entrepreneurs with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to start, manage, and grow successful businesses in Denmark.
Project at a Glance
Funding
European_Ukrainian Hub Copenhagen; Iværksætter Danmark
Duration
2024
Countries
Denmark
Focus Area
Entrepreneurship, legal compliance, sector-specific training, freelancing, business setup
Target Groups
Ukrainian entrepreneurs living in Denmark
The Challenge
Many Ukrainian entrepreneurs arriving in Denmark possess strong motivation and expertise, but navigating the Danish business system can be overwhelming. Understanding taxation, registration processes, legal responsibilities, and industry-specific requirements is crucial to building a stable and compliant business.
This project addressed these challenges by offering 20 specialised workshops that covered the full entrepreneurial journey—from ideation and business modelling to industry-specific guidance, freelancing, marketing, and operational essentials—ensuring Ukrainian founders were fully prepared to thrive in Denmark’s business environment.
Our Approach
Aalborg Institute for Development (AID) designed and delivered a series of 20 highly practical workshops, offered both online and in-person, covering:
Entrepreneurship Foundations
From Idea to Business Model
Pitching Workshop
Adapting Your Product/Service to the Danish Market
From Selling Your Time to Building a Business
Legal, Administrative & Financial Essentials
VAT and Taxation Reporting
Fundamentals of B2B & Contract Drafting
How to Close a Company in Denmark
How to Register an Association
Intellectual Property Rights in the EU
Sector-Specific Workshops
Food Sector:
Starting a Food-Based Company
Food Regulations, Requirements & First 50,000 DKK
Danish Cuisine & Food Culture
Beauty Sector:
How to Start & Run a Manicure Studio
How to Start & Run a Hair Salon
Freelance Makeup Artist Essentials
Import–Export & Employment
How to Start an Import–Export Company (Part 1 – Import)
How to Start an Import–Export Company (Part 2 – Export)
How to Start a Temporary Work Agency
Freelancing & Creative Professions
How to Be a Freelance Photographer
How to Be a Freelance Marketing Expert
Key Results / Achievments
Aalborg Institute for Development’s Role
AID developed the workshop concepts, curricula, and training materials, and delivered all 20 sessions through expert-led instruction. The institute ensured that every workshop combined Danish market knowledge with accessible, hands-on tools that participants could use immediately in their businesses.
Looking Ahead
This workshop series has played a key role in helping Ukrainian entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of the Danish business environment. By providing knowledge, clarity, and practical support, the program strengthens long-term economic integration and unlocks the entrepreneurial potential of the Ukrainian community in Denmark.
👉 This project shows how targeted, accessible training can empower new arrivals to turn their skills into successful, compliant, and sustainable businesses.
