Jakob Kruijer

Jakob Kruijer has a diverse work experience spanning several industries. Jakob recently joined Orbisk as Bug Monkey & Data Analyst in 2022. Prior to that, in 2022, they worked at GroupM as an Innovation Lab Intern, where they researched and experimented with future-proof technologies, particularly focusing on the impact and evolution of IoT and new data sources. Jakob used IoT to gather data about stress levels at the office, helping HR make informed decisions to reduce stress.

In 2020, Jakob worked at HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht, where they held various roles, including Chairman SPC & Vice Chairman Institute Council IIBS and Member Institute Council & SPC IIBS. Jakob provided advice to the management team, voted on strategic documents, and contributed to the development of the International Business program.

Jakob also gained experience at AIESEC in the Netherlands as an Outgoing Global Entrepreneur & Talent Manager, where they selected, supported, prepared, and coached young professionals for professional internships. Jakob also built and maintained partnerships with AIESEC offices abroad.

In 2020, Jakob worked at Sponsh as a Market Research Analyst. Jakob conducted extensive research on the global reforestation market and provided advice on entering the market. Their analysis included the reforestation supply chain, market players, funding, competitors, and trends, ultimately determining the potential market size for the Sponsh tree guard.

Prior to that, Jakob worked as a FreeFlexer at Temper from 2018 to 2019 and as an Inside Sales Representative at ARS Traffic & Transport Technology in 2018. At ARS T&TT, they acquired new partners during the pilot program and analyzed program results while developing adaptability and innovative problem-solving skills.

Overall, Jakob Kruijer has demonstrated a commitment to research, analysis, innovation, and collaboration in various industries.

Jakob Kruijer's education history is as follows:

- In 2022 and 2023, Jakob attended Erasmus University Rotterdam, where they pursued a Premaster Business Information Management program.

- From 2018 to 2022, Jakob studied at HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht (Hogeschool Utrecht) and obtained a Cum Laude BASc degree in International Business.

- In 2017 and 2018, Jakob attended Delft University of Technology and completed a Propedeuse in Mechanical Engineering.

- From 2010 to 2016, Jakob attended Vituscollege, where they earned a VWO degree in Nature & Technology.

In addition to their formal education, Jakob has obtained various certifications, including:

- Introduction to Python from DataCamp (obtained in August 2022)

- Introduction to Data Visualization with Bokeh from DataCamp (obtained in March 2021)

- Data Manipulation with pandas from DataCamp (obtained in February 2021)

- Connect Participant from Soliya (obtained in December 2020)

- The Fundamentals of Digital Marketing from Google Digital Garage (obtained in June 2020)

- Microeconomics Principles from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (obtained in March 2020)

- Data Science Foundations - Level 2 (V2) from IBM (obtained in February 2020)

- Leadership Development Experience from AIESEC (obtained in July 2018)

- Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) from Dassault Systèmes (obtained in February 2018)

- Facebook Certified Digital Marketing Associate from Facebook (obtained in April 2020)