Sharing knowledge is growing together
Knowledge is one o
f Colubris’ greatest sources of strength. But knowledge only gains real value when it is shared and applied. That is exactly the mission of the Colubris Academy: a place where students, customers, partners, and Colubris employees learn, research, and grow together.
“Much knowledge resides in people’s minds or is scattered throughout the organization. With the Academy, we want to centralize it, make it accessible, and at the same time create new knowledge,” says Luan Veenhuis, Hub Manager of the Innovation Hub Winterswijk and responsible for the Academy within Colubris. “This way, we ensure that we not only preserve knowledge, but also continuously renew it.”
Luan Veenhuis: “I see the Colubris Academy in 5 years as a respected knowledge institute.”
Three pillars
The Colubris Academy is built on three clear pillars:
- Applied Research | Students and Colubris employees collaborate on real-world issues and deliver improvements and innovations.
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Workshop & Training | Short, interactive, and practice-oriented sessions for customers, Colubris agents, and employees to strengthen skills.
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Courses & Education | In-depth theoretical knowledge and professional competencies for Colubris employees.
Future vision
In five years, Luan envisions the Colubris Academy as a respected knowledge institute: “With a solid foundation in e-learning, a rich knowledge library, and a culture in which employees and students actively contribute to solutions for a more circular world. Not only by developing new technology, but also by sharing experiences and insights. Knowledge should simply never be lost — it must inspire others.”
Firmly embedded
The Academy is firmly embedded in the Innovation Hub Winterswijk-Lichtenvoorde and collaborates with vocational schools, universities of applied sciences, universities, and regional partners. Students gain practical experience there and contribute to innovation.
For more information about the Innovation Hub, visit innovatiehub.com