Jason Gawke

Jason Gawke serves as an Assistant Professor in the Entrepreneurship Section of the Department of Economics at Utrecht University's School of Economics (Faculty of Law, Economics and Governance). He simultaneously holds the position of Founder and CEO at WorkBoost, demonstrating a dual commitment to academic research and entrepreneurial practice.

Research Expertise: Dr. Gawke's interdisciplinary work bridges Experimental Psychology, Intrapreneurship, and Applied Data Science with the Economics of Science and Innovation. His primary research focus centers on the Future of Work (IOS - Future of Work), investigating how data-driven methodologies transform entrepreneurial ecosystems and organizational dynamics. He examines psychological factors in innovation processes, data science applications for venture creation, and economic frameworks for scientific advancement.

Academic Engagement: He teaches Data-driven Entrepreneurship, integrating computational techniques with entrepreneurial strategy development. His pedagogical approach emphasizes translating theoretical concepts into actionable business intelligence through hands-on data analysis.

Professional Integration: Through WorkBoost, Dr. Gawke operationalizes his research by developing practical tools that enhance workplace innovation and productivity. This venture exemplifies his philosophy of closing the gap between academic theory and real-world business challenges, particularly in leveraging data science for intrapreneurial initiatives within established organizations.