Mathias Boënne

Mathias Boënne is an Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship at Utrecht University School of Economics. His research focuses on managing creativity and innovation in organizations, with a particular emphasis on idea contests, feedback mechanisms, and organizational dynamics. He has taught courses on Innovation Management and Organization Dynamics, integrating creative formats like theater-based learning and AI avatars, and was nominated as 'Teacher Talent of the Year' in 2023.

• Education: PhD in Innovation Management (KU Leuven/Vlerick Business School), MSc in Business Economics (KU Leuven).

His research explores how organizational structures and feedback practices influence creative performance, with applications in technology, media, and societal challenges. Recent projects include redesigning courses using GenAI avatars and hosting creative workshops on energy, transportation, and sustainability.

Mathias has presented his work at leading conferences (Academy of Management, DRUID, SMS) and received awards for his dissertation and teaching innovation. His publications include studies on idea contests, feedback dynamics, and industry-specific case analyses.

• Notable Awards:
  • Teacher Talent Award Nominee, Utrecht University (2023)
  • Finalist, Academy of Management Best Dissertation (2022)
  • Best Dissertation Prize, KU Leuven (2014)

He has advised on course evaluations, served on education committees, and facilitated strategic ideation events. His teaching spans Utrecht University, University of Amsterdam, Vlerick Business School, and KU Leuven, with roles as course coordinator, lecturer, and workshop facilitator.