Ahmed Marcouch

Ahmed Marcouch is the mayor of the municipality of Arnhem and the chair of The Economic Board. According to him, the secret to good jobs lies in the connection between knowledge and skills, particularly with small and medium-sized enterprises that are closely linked to academia and large companies.

“In the triple helix, you often find the strength of the alliance. By connecting, educational institutions, entrepreneurs, and the government can share their concerns and solve challenges. That collaboration is the strength of The Economic Board. I see it as a wonderful group. There is a lot of energy, and it meets a real need. It is an excellent way to develop a common agenda for the region.”