Robbert Jan Kooij

Robbert Jan Kooij is recognized by innovative companies and governments as an expert in stimulating innovation projects and programs at regional, national and European level. He has access to a large national network within HTSM/Manufacturing Industry, Aerospace and Defense, government and research. His specialty is organizing collaboration between companies, knowledge institutions and governments on high-tech and innovation campuses and science parks from an innovation ecosystem perspective. He contributes to the creation, enrichment and implementation of plans, making public-private resources available for business-driven clusters and innovation infrastructure. He translates customer needs into concrete approaches, such as innovation roadmaps and project plans that lead to successful innovations. Examples of this are active projects and business clusters around the themes of Advanced Materials & Manufacturing, Unmanned Systems, Digitalization, Water Technology, Energy and Circular Economy. 

Thanks to 20 years of experience in various organizations, ranging from start-ups, SMEs, large companies and semi-government, Robbert Jan is excellent at empathizing with the interests of various stakeholders. With experience in roles as Business Developer, Project and Program Manager, Startup Coach, Product Manager and Senior Business Intelligence Analyst, he can be deployed in various complex assignments. He naturally brings together different interests, goes for the result from the connection and, if requested, brings his own vision and creativity. He brings knowledge and experience in the field of innovation and business. What drives him is the passion for growth and entrepreneurship in the context of broad prosperity and regional development.