Preneurz

Preneurz empowers educational institutions and universities to evolve into dynamic, social, and entrepreneurial epicentres of tomorrow. To fully realise this vision, we engage with a broader spectrum of stakeholders.

That is why we collaborate extensively with SMEs, startups, spin-offs, and corporations at both local and national levels, facilitating close partnerships with leading universities. This synergy lays the foundation for a burgeoning entrepreneurial and innovative ecosystem.

To nurture these initiatives and drive growth, our extensive network of experts and specialists stands ready to provide comprehensive support, addressing everything from legal considerations to the financial aspects of your projects.

MEET THE TEAM

Joost Reimert

Founder and Project coordinator

Joost is a serial entrepreneur with a passion for funding and scaling startups to success. As the founder of the Digital Workspace, partner in the Innovation Program for SMEs, and initiator of the Dutch Academic Investment Fund (a venture capital fund investing in university startups), he has a track record of turning ideas into thriving businesses. Joost is enthusiastic and effective, specializing in business development and team building, particularly in the seed and early growth stages.

Ellen Spithoven

Co-founder and Project Coordinator

Ellen thrives on the excitement of building programs from the ground up, with a keen focus on innovation and impactful outcomes. Having launched her career at Unilever, where she managed renowned brands like Ben & Jerry’s, Ola, and Lipton, Ellen possesses invaluable insights into corporate dynamics and the art of securing their engagement. Ellen is a business development and sales expert.

She is co-founder of the Digital Workspace, partner of the Ready to Scale program, founder of the PIM launching customer platform and founder of the Circular Matchmaking Program. She is a networker and always seeking new business opportunities, connecting people and thinking out of the box. She is excited to kick start projects from scratch, to scale up and reach targets!

Kiet Bronkhorst

Marketing Manager

Kiet supports the work of the Preneurz team on DIGIFABS.