Panel Discussion TFM220
An Ongoing (R)evolution: A Case and Process of Change
Date Friday, Nov 29 Time – RoomLincke
This panel shares the story of revolution in higher education. To what extent are existing systems accommodating or hindering drivers of change? Hear from a change-maker, a team-lead, an educator, and students how demand-driven education, based on passion and talents, can become a reality.
Rick Bastiaanssen
Relationship Manager, Avans University of Applied Sciences, The Netherlands
I am the intermediary between businesses, research and education. Combining my passion to help companies work on business cases and challenges, and the personal development of youngsters, I help companies find collaboration opportunities with education and research.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickbastiaanssen/
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Marco Cornelissen
Program Manager, Avans University of Applied Sciences, The Netherlands
My name is Marco and I work as a vice-dean at Avans University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands. I am the team leader of our Business Administration and Finance Programma, which involves 50 teachers and 1200 students. I am passionate about innovating education, so students become more motivated and learn about their passions and talents. I studied Educational Sciences and Organization Studies. In the recent years I did some research on self-organizing teams and leadership in Higher Education. I am 32 years old and love travelling and getting to know new cultures.
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Robbin Van Ardenne
Student, Student at Avans, The Netherlands
HR-stundent at Avans Hogeschool Breda Netherlands.
Meta Westerweele
Student, Student at Avans, The Netherlands
Hi!
I'm Meta, third-year human resource management student. I enjoy organizing activities and being among the people.
Jef Staes
Innovation Architect, Red Monkey, Belgium
Jef Staes (Belgium, 1956) is an authority and thought leader on learning processes, innovation and culture change. With decennia of professional experience, he currently assists CEO’s and managers to find a comprehensive answer to the changing dynamics of today’s market. Jef does not shy away from confrontation! With a vast range of new insights and metaphors, he illustrates why managers and policymakers often reach the wrong decisions and even obstruct change processes.
Jef answers a crucial question: “Why don’t organisations learn and innovate fast enough?”. Based on his career as a software designer (GTE ATEA in Belgium & USA), training Manager and Corporate Learning Officer (Siemens, Belgium), he not only awakens people, but also presents them with a unique concept to guide them through the necessary changes.
He is a passionate and inspirational keynote speaker and author. His story is a guaranteed eye-opener and his thoughts on the future of business and education inspire many. With striking metaphors, he tackles the most fundamental issues organisations struggle with.