Ingrid Wakkee

Ingrid Wakkee is a Full Professor at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences (AUAS) in the THE CENTRE FOR APPLIED RESEARCH ON ECONOMICS & MANAGEMENT. She holds dual roles as an Entrepreneurship Lector and Full Professor specializing in Economic Transformation. Her work focuses on entrepreneurship education, gender inclusivity in entrepreneurial ecosystems, and regenerative business models. She has been actively involved in academic and industry collaborations, including organizing and participating in international conferences such as the UIIN Conference and ECSB Entrepreneurship Education Conference.

Research Interests: Entrepreneurship, Economic Transformation, Business Models, Gender Inclusivity, Sustainability, and Regenerative Practices. Her studies explore topics like women entrepreneurs' strategies, blockchain integration in education, and the role of creativity in fostering economic change.

Key Awards:

• Best paper award in a high-quality piece of research (2021)
• EntreComp Champion Awards (2023)

Grants & Advising: Wakkee has supervised 3 academic projects and contributed to initiatives like the 'Competenties voor de Economische Transitie' guide. Her work bridges academia and industry through projects such as 'Innovating Digitally' and 'Making it Happen,' supporting student start-ups.

Labs & Teams: Active in cross-sectoral collaborations, particularly in the apparel industry and sustainability-focused initiatives. She leads research teams exploring regenerative business models and inclusive ecosystems.