Dr. Senem Yazici

InnoLoop: Learning cross-border innovation ecosystem - project presentation

The InnoLoop project embodies a forward-looking approach in the field of cross-regional technology transfer, with a special focus on promoting innovation and digitalisation projects in SMEs as well as the further training and expertise of employees in industry within the German-Dutch border region. InnoLoop builds on the success of its predecessor projects DigiPro, IPro-N and Digitrans, which paved the way for cooperation between German and Dutch stakeholders between 2017 and 2022. By establishing a solid network, these projects effectively supported small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the programme area in the development and implementation of digital innovations.

Short CV:

Dr. Senem Yazici has distinguished herself as a subject matter expert in the fields of systems cybernetics, strategy, corporate governance and organisational culture after completing her PhD at the Department of Management at the renowned Vienna University of Economics and Business. Her academic and professional career is characterised by a profound connection between theoretical research and practical application, especially in European research collaborations, and links her application-oriented research in innovation and digital transformation with the European Linking Points.

Dr Yazici has been active in various third-party funded projects and contract research since 2004, particularly in European research collaborations such as INTERREG projects. This experience has given her a broad perspective on cross-border cooperation and regional development. As project leader of the EU-funded InnoLoop project (INTERREG), she uses her expertise to promote transnational innovation ecosystems and digital transformation in the high-tech sector. Her work at "GEMIT - Institut für Geschäftsprozessmanagement und IT" - as well as her previous role in the DigiPro project demonstrate her ability to successfully lead research and development projects.