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Installation chair “Innovation & Entrepreneurship”

13-1-2009

Prof. Dr. Radjesh Oedit Doebé

On January12th, Prof. Dr. Radjesh B. Oedit Doebé, MBA, MSc has been officially installed as chair holder for our brand new chair in Innovation & Entrepreneurship in Paramaribo. This has been another important step in the development of our Research Laboratory. Prof. Dr. Oedit Doebé wishes to contribute his knowledge and expertise to the Surinam society by tutoring our promotion candidates, performing the module “Research & Reporting” for students and candidates, and providing lectures and seminars in the field of Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Together with Via Vinci University he will be cooperating with governments, the business community and the University of Surinam.

The inauguration took place on January 12th in the University Guesthouse in Paramaribo. The combination of a nice location, perfect organisation and delicious Surinam catering provided a good setting for the event. An audience of approximately 80 governmental employees, business people and family members enjoyed the introduction of our President Peter Peene, who elaborated on the hypothesis: “can entrepreneurship be learned?” Director Research Laboratory Dr. Hans Broekhuis followed with his inspiring words about two huge developments in our worldwide society: the financial crisis and the election of Barack Obama. Both offer new chances and opportunities, which are great sources for innovation and entrepreneurship. Prof. Dr. Oedit Doebé continued by providing the audience with a short introduction in his concepts of innovation. He held a clear, interesting and sometimes humorous lecture on his vision in his field of expertise. The installation was officially reinforced by the remarkable words of Dr. Hans Broekhuis who wished Prof. Dr. Oedit Doebé Sapere Aude: have the courage to make use of your own intelligence.