We believe in the power of innovation and the contribution it makes to a better and more sustainable society. We deliver our support independently and without profit, in assignment of our founders. Those are the University of Twente, Saxion University of Applied Sciences, Province of Overijssel and the municipalities from Twente. What we do and why? Our CEO Jaap Beernink tells you all about it in the Next Icons 2022 magazine.
READ THE ARTICLE HEREAbout us: Novel-T
Novel-T helps new businesses get off the ground and existing businesses innovate. That’s basically what this non-profit organization does. In reality, the support goes even further than that. We offer one on one support with our business developers, as well as top notch programs and support through our services. In addition, we offer entrepreneurs (to be) a direct line to knowledge, talent, capital, and networks of other market leaders. All of this can help with a successful market introduction. We offer support based on an assignment from our founders: the University of Twente, Saxion University of Applied Sciences, and the regional government.
Meet the Novel-T team
Meet our specialists who will help you with your next step. Can’t wait to work with us? Don’t hesitate to contact our experts!
Management team
Programs & events
Knowledge Transfer Office
Relation management
Novel-T SMART
Business development
Staff
Capital & legal
Marketing & communication
UT Holding
Jaap Beernink
Hendrik Haaksema
Mike Verkouter
Cindy Marsman
Yvonne Kholmy – de Jong
Niels Palmers
Lars Prinsen
Alinda Sportel
Lisette Braker
Marleen Pot
Roy Kolkman
Nico Nijenhuis
Esther Rodijk
Semme Moolenaar
Rogier de Haan
Niels Jansen
Tim de Kraker
Mike Verkouter
Michiel Krake
Bert Otter
Jeroen Wevers
Rens Dommerholt
Petra Deterink
Guus Vrauwdeunt
Yvonne Kholmy – de Jong
Bas Olde Hampsink
Egbert van Hattem
Tim Jongman
Pam Huisintveld
Manon Meulmeester
Dick Dekker
Thijs Rietveld
Jarno Meul
Amina Bahla
Robin Jonker
Lea Milovich
Peter Langela
Emiel Pegge
Ron Eekels
Marike Boertien
Jorieke Adolfsen
Martin Olde Weghuis
Hans Brouwers
Birgit Dijkstra
Evelijne Ruijs
My Nguyen
Bart Wagelaar
Hasan Deniz
Angelique van Apeldoorn
Peter van Roosmalen
Albert-Jan de Croes
Hidde Eidhof
Vincent Heutinck
Frank Groot
Wesley Soyo
Cindy Marsman
Heidi van den Bos
Isabelle Duteweerd
Vera Boertien
Frank Huizing
Manon Bijsterbosch
Thomas Baarspul
Monique Snippers
Remon van der Woude
Join our team
We often have great job openings. Do you want to become a part of our Novel-T team? Check out our jobs page. Don’t see a job opening that tickles your fancy? Just contact us! Who knows, perhaps we could use your talent!
Our founders
Together for the best results
The strength of the region lies in the achievement of innovation. Over the years, we have shown that we can develop ground-breaking innovations based on collaboration and a pioneering mentality. Therefore, our founders join forces in Novel-T to create an ecosystem that aims to take advantage of opportunities for a sustainable, innovative industry. Because innovative companies shape the future. The new knowledge developed by the University of Twente and Saxion leads to new spin-off companies. These companies are the employers of the future. In turn, companies produce challenges that engage researchers and students. Students turn their ideas into new start-ups that can conquer the world. In the end, by working together and putting innovation and entrepreneurship first, we help each other to achieve the best results.
Supervisory board
Our partners
Various partners are active within the regional innovation ecosystem. Do you want to join as a partner? Contact Cindy Marsman.
