Institute of Entrepreneurship
Our Mission
The Institute of Entrepreneurship (IoE) is a consultancy firm dedicated to guiding individuals towards self-employment, offering tailored solutions for those interested in making a significant career shift.
Many of our prospective customers are not aware of what options are available to them. The IoE continuously analyzes the market and provides the largest independent portfolio in the fields of business acquisition and franchising within the DACH region.
Our focus lies on both the diversity and quality of business models we source, as well as our personalized consulting process, which guides you step by step into your new professional future.
Our Managing Director, Johannes Jungblut, once found himself in the same situation as many of our clients. He reached a point in his career where he was dissatisfied with corporate structures and yearned for more operational, strategic, and personal freedom.
Thus, IoE was born.
What Makes IoE Unique
With us, executives looking to transition into self-employment find a shortcut with minimized risk. We provide independent and transparent consultancy in the areas of business acquisition, start-up and franchising.
- Offering for Executives
Our portfolio is designed to meet the operational, strategic, and financial needs of executives.
- Quality Assurance
Business models undergo rigorous evaluation based on strict quality criteria.
- 600+ Successful Ventures
Our expertise is built on supporting over 600 successful business launches.
Can I trust IoE?
Honesty, professionalism, and authenticity are not just buzzwords for us, but values we actively practice. Our team of experts has personally transitioned from employment to self-employment and understands the questions and solutions from real-life experience.
IoE is the only consulting firm in the DACH region that provides independent third-party advice on options in the areas of business acquisition and franchising. The wishes and interests of our clients always come first. We act as career mentors at your side, recommending only solutions we genuinely believe in.
Our Team
Johannes Jungblut
Founder and CEO
Michael Bartels
Entrepreneurship Consultant
Tomislav Tabak
Entrepreneurship Consultant
Jürgen Land
Franchise Expert
Matthias Herrmann
Founding Expert
Horst Meinzer
Franchise Expert
Thomas Hiemann
Startup Expert
Hannes Baumgartner
Managing Partner
Marliese Andexer
Head of Marketing
Jordi Zimmerer
Transformation Coach
Your Career Mentors
We don’t sell businesses or franchises; instead, we work closely with our clients to find the right option for their professional future.
Through our professional networks, we provide access to:
- Targeted searches for your ideal business
- The right offers for business acquisition
- Verified business models for self-employment through franchising
We guide you from the initial steps of evaluating your competencies and defining your goals, through securing financing, all the way to the successful acquisition or establishment of your business.
Since our inception, we have supported more than 600 successful ventures and understand what truly matters. Our approach centers around you, guiding you on the most efficient and secure path to self-employment.
The Story of IoE
The founding story of IoE is rooted in the experience of our founder, Dr. Johannes Jungblut.
"You’ve probably heard the stories of unhappy managers and executives working 70 or 80 hours a week, all to meet the quarterly targets set by the boardroom. They lack motivation and fulfillment in their professional lives, and this dissatisfaction spills over into their personal lives.
That was exactly my situation. After completing my doctorate, I moved from one leadership position to the next, always giving my all to drive the best results for the companies. But over time, I began to ask myself: 'What’s the point of all this?'
Sure, the salary was generous, and the bonuses were substantial, but this life did not fulfill me at all.
After much deliberation, I finally resigned from my position as Managing Director after 30 years (!) and started my own company. Since then, I’ve found meaning in what I do, and I approach life with an entirely different energy. I now firmly believe that franchising, and other forms of self-employment, are not just one of many options for many people—especially for managers—but the ONLY opportunity. They offer the chance to live with autonomy in your professional life and to achieve truly satisfying results."
— Dr. Johannes Jungblut
Career opportunities
Take the opportunity to join IoE as independent partner.
We are always looking for executives with relevant professional or entrepreneurial experience to strengthen our expert team.
You should have a solid understanding of business administration, enjoy working with people, and possess an affinity for the consulting industry. In return, you will receive comprehensive support from IoE headquarters in Germany and Austria.
If you would like to learn more about our successful company, please email your full contact details to our HR Manager, Christina Wechsler c.wechsler@ioe.expert