IT Hub

Name

IT Hub

Legal name

IT Hub

Website

https://it-hub.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2022

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Innovation Hub

akta.pro primary industry

Internship/Apprenticeship Matching & Work-Based Learning Platforms (EDAFAMAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Education Access & EdTech for Equity (Low-cost Learning, Skills Platforms) (BPAGALAH), Enterprise & Workplace Communities (BPAMABAJ)

Keywords

• Community innovation platform
• Co-working workspace
• Student project matching
• Digital innovation hub
• Regional development network

Headquarters

HQ city

Hoogeveen

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Workspace and Meeting Room Rental: IT Hub generates revenue by renting out meeting rooms, co-working spaces, and event venues. They offer various spaces including Vergaderplek, Bunker, and Benedenverdieping, along with arrangement packages such as Day arrangement, Lunch arrangement, and Borrel arrangement. Both partners and non-partners can reserve spaces.
2. Partnership Contributions: Companies pay to become partners of IT Hub, gaining access to the network, workspace facilities, and ability to post internship and graduation projects. Partners receive coaching and guidance for students.
3. Government Funding and Subsidies: IT Hub receives support from regional government bodies including Provincie Drenthe, Gemeente Hoogeveen, and is part of the Regio Deal Zuid- en Oost-Drenthe II initiative, indicating public funding for regional development activities.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

IT Hub is a regional community platform and physical co-working hub that connects students from MBO, HBO, and WO educational levels with SMBs and educational institutions in Northern Netherlands to collaborate on IT and digital innovation projects. It operates a digital project portal where companies submit IT challenges that are matched with student talent, alongside physical facilities offering modern meeting rooms, co-working spaces, and event venues for partners and the broader community. Revenue is generated through partnership contributions from businesses, fee-based workspace rentals, and government funding for regional development.

Product overview

IT Hub is a community platform and physical co-working hub that connects students, educational institutions, businesses, and government organizations to collaborate on IT and digital innovation projects in Northern Netherlands. The core offering consists of a digital project portal where companies submit IT challenges that are matched with student talent (MBO, HBO, WO), combined with physical facilities for meetings, co-working, and events. The platform facilitates various project types including AI applications, software development, data analysis, cybersecurity, and digital transformation initiatives. Additional services include workspace reservations, training programs, and networking events.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• IT Hub Digital Project Portal A digital portal where companies and external parties submit IT, digitalization, and innovation questions or project assignments, which are then matched with students from various educational levels (MBO, HBO, WO) to work on the projects under IT Hub coordination.
• Meeting Rooms and Workspaces Physical co-working facilities including modern meeting rooms, co-working spaces, and event venues (Vergaderplek, Bunker, Benedenverdieping) available for reservation by IT Hub partners and external parties, equipped with high-speed internet, coffee, and located near Hoogeveen train station with free parking.
• Internship and Graduation Project Marketplace A marketplace connecting students with companies for IT-related internship (stageopdrachten), minor program, and graduation (afstudeeropdrachten) assignments across areas including AI, software development, data analysis, UX/UI design, infrastructure, and cybersecurity, with study coaching and tech mentoring provided by IT Hub.
• Event Spaces and Arrangement Packages Event and meeting packages including day arrangements (Dagarrangement), half-day arrangements (Dagdeelarrangement), lunch arrangements, and borrel (reception) arrangements offered to businesses for gatherings at the IT Hub facility.
• Training, Workshops, and Knowledge Sessions Educational programs and knowledge-sharing sessions including workshops, knowledge tables (kennistafels), and events organized by IT Hub and its partners for professional development in IT and digital innovation topics.

Quantifiable outcome

• Multiple student projects successfully completed across diverse sectors including AI, data analytics, software development, and digital transformation
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

44 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• TVMcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTVM is a founding partner of IT Hub and one of the key initiators when the organization was established in 2022. As a specialized insurer for transport and logistics, TVM actively participates in student projects and contributes to regional innovation initiatives. TVM Verzekeringen has engaged IT Hub for multiple projects including AI research for risk reports and form improvements.
• UnigarantcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUnigarant is a 100% subsidiary of ANWB and one of the founding partners of IT Hub. They offer insurance products and services and collaborate with IT Hub on digital innovation projects.
• Rijksuniversiteit Groningen (RUG)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOne of the founding educational institution partners of IT Hub. The university contributes to research projects and provides students for various IT and innovation initiatives. RUG participates in regional development initiatives like Greenwise Campus.
• NHL Stenden HogeschoolcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor educational partner providing students for internship and graduation projects. NHL Stenden in Emmen collaborates on programs like the minor in digitalization and industrial automation. Students from various years participate in RDW Self Driving Challenge through IT Hub.
• Hanzehogeschool GroningencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKey educational partner contributing students to IT Hub projects across multiple disciplines including ICT Software Engineering, Communication and Multimedia Design, and Brand, Design and Psychology. Multiple successful student projects have been completed.
• Alfa-collegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMBO educational partner participating in IT Hub activities. Technical Engineering students worked on restoring the Solarboot Apollo. The college is represented in the Supervisory Board through Enno van der Werff.
• Drenthe CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMBO educational institution partner contributing to the IT talent pipeline in the region. Participates in the MOVE Certificate project for international learning recognition.
• Gemeente HoogeveencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal government partner and founding member of IT Hub. Supports regional economic development through the innovation hub and contributes to talent retention in the municipality.
• Provincie DrenthecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvincial government partner and founding member. Provides funding and support for regional development initiatives. IT Hub falls under the responsibility of Provincie Drenthe. Collaborates on data dashboard projects for charging infrastructure.
• GKN FokkerminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGKN Fokker in Hoogeveen, part of GKN Aerospace (world's largest aircraft component supplier), joined as a new partner. The partnership focuses on strengthening regional innovation, attracting IT talent, and developing sustainable technological solutions. GKN Fokker was involved from the beginning of IT Hub's formation.
• GreenwasteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpecialized and fast-growing waste management organization. Partners with IT Hub for innovation and digitalization, working with students on circularity and sustainability challenges. The partnership emphasizes long-term sustainable relationship building.
• Bureau BlinkersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDesign and communication agency in Assen specializing in brand strategy, marketing, workshops, copy, design, illustration, 3D animation, film, and photography. Collaborates on workshops including AI for communication professionals and Mixed Reality experiences.
• RegiocampuscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPhysical location for learning, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Regiocampus is the beating heart of Southwest Drenthe and Northwest Overijssel, where students, professionals, entrepreneurs, and residents work together on regional challenges.
• TZA Drenthe - GroningenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTechnology & Care Academy, an innovative breeding ground for technology and innovation in care and welfare. Addresses the aging population and decreasing healthcare workers through technology adoption.
• Greenwise CampusminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInnovation center in Emmen where entrepreneurs, students, and researchers work together on innovative solutions. IT Hub collaborates on developing this center focusing on circular plastics, smart manufacturing, energy, and care & technology.
• Rijnland InstituutminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborates on Dutch-German cross-border cooperation. Has realized various projects including an exchange project and the BiCoNet project investigating AI in manufacturing.
• Dutch TechZonecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional innovation ecosystem initiative in Southeast Drenthe and Hardenberg. IT Hub is part of this ecosystem where entrepreneurs, government, and educational institutions collaborate on sustainable economic strengthening.
• FoundedminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIT Hub supports IT and AI startups through the start- and scale-up program for Northern Netherlands, helping them grow and providing access to a broad professional network.
• VNO-NCWminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIT Hub is a member of VNO-NCW, bringing them into close contact with businesses in Northern Netherlands and enabling participation in economic discourse.
• Economic Board Noord-Nederland (EBNN)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIT Hub is involved in EBNN, thinking together with directors and organizations about the (digital) economic course and future of Northern Netherlands.
• DigityzeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic consultancy bureau active in Northern Netherlands. Martin Schoonheim from Digityze spoke at the Minister visit representing digital and economic development perspectives.
• IBDO (Ik Ben Drentse Ondernemer)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFirst-line organization of Provincie Drenthe. Collaborates to help companies with their digital transformation, offering guidance and expertise to modernize their business operations.
• Logistiek KenniscentrumminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLogistics Knowledge Center in Coevorden stimulates the use of AI in logistics. Partners like TVM, Sent Waninge, and Vredeveld play important roles in these developments.
• Circulair Groningen DrentheminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration strengthens the circular economy in Northern Netherlands. By connecting digitalization, data, and innovation with circular issues, they support companies in developing future-proof solutions.
• Doc33minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSustainability center in Hoogeveen where IT Hub collaborates on digitalization, AI, and innovation in energy, the built environment, and installation.
• Samenwerking NoordminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAssociation active for 14 years in IT and digitalization in Northern Netherlands with over 100 public and private members. Organizes weekly events and develops joint services and projects.
• InnofestminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHelps sustainable and social innovators test their prototypes at festivals and other realistic test locations. Since 2016, they have guided more than 350 innovations in taking this crucial step.
• IQonIQminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborates with the business community IQonIQ in the manufacturing industry in Hardenberg. Focuses on talent development and digitalization to further strengthen the sector.
• EnatomminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVirtual Anatomy Lab 2.0 project led by Samenwerkingsverband Noord Nederland with subsidy. Collaboration with UMC Groningen, Amsterdam UMC, and MemoryLab to improve anatomy education.
• Bloemert ITminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIT specialists in Staphorst, Nunspeet, and Hoogeveen with 30 years of experience. Offers internship positions for MBO 4 ICT System Engineer students through IT Hub.
• DonderzminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDigital agency partner shown in the partner logo section. Collaborates with IT Hub on website and communication projects.
• UltrawareminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIT services partner shown in the partner logo section on the website.
• Sent Waninge GroepminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner shown in logo section, active in logistics sector and collaborates on AI in logistics initiatives.
• AdapteominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner shown in the logo section, appears to be a modular building/solutions company.
• TopDutchminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional initiative partner focused on technology and innovation in Northern Netherlands.
• Afier Accountants en AdviseursminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAccounting and advisory firm partner shown in logo section.
• Next NovumminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerQuartiermaker for ITPOORT initiative addressing ICT labor shortage. Partnered on hologram development project.
• ComForestminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner shown in logo section, appears to be involved in forest/environmental sector.
• VredenbergminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner shown in logo section, involved in sustainability solutions.
• Drenthe GrowersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner shown in logo section, appears to be in the greenhouse/agricultural sector.
• New NexusminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSolarboat project initiator. IT Hub adopted their solarboat to set up various student projects with the goal of making the boat autonomous.
• DNA NEXTminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration contributes to a powerful learning and development environment for the technical sector in Northern Netherlands, as mentioned in student testimonials.
• Ruber ACIAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner shown in logo section, appears to be an IT/services company.
• PVO Noord-NederlandminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization for North Netherlands, appears multiple times in logo section.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Seats2meet: Dutch nationwide network of meeting and co-working venues with a community-meets-workspace model. Comparable as a broader incumbent operating the kind of reservation-based workspace and arrangement packages that IT Hub also monetizes.

Direct peers

• Founded (Northern Netherlands start- and scale-up program): Northern Netherlands startup and scaleup program supporting IT and AI founders with network access. Comparable as a regional talent and entrepreneurship support vehicle that overlaps with IT Hub's startup and SMB engagement.
• MKB Cyber Campus Leeuwarden: SMB-focused cybersecurity support hub in Friesland conducting security scans and awareness training. Comparable as a regional hub providing cyber and digitalization services to local SMBs with public-sector backing.
• Samenwerking Noord: Association of 100+ public and private members active for 14+ years in IT and digitalization in Northern Netherlands, organizing weekly events and joint projects. Comparable as a regional IT collaboration network with overlapping members and geographic reach.
• TechHub Assen: Sensor and hardware-focused tech hub in Assen with a physical testing ground. Comparable as a Drenthe-based innovation hub that brings together students, startups, and corporates on technology projects.
• Dutch TechZone: Regional innovation ecosystem in Southeast Drenthe and Hardenberg connecting entrepreneurs, government, and educational institutions. Directly comparable as a publicly-backed regional innovation network that overlaps with IT Hub's territory and mandate.
• Regiocampus: Physical learning, innovation, and entrepreneurship campus in Southwest Drenthe and Northwest Overijssel. Comparable as a community-based facility that brings students, professionals, entrepreneurs, and residents together on regional challenges.
• TZA Drenthe - Groningen: Technology & Care Academy addressing aging-population challenges through technology adoption with regional partners. Comparable as a Drenthe-Groningen public-private innovation platform structured around student and partner collaboration.
• Greenwise Campus: Innovation center in Emmen where entrepreneurs, students, and researchers collaborate on circular plastics, smart manufacturing, energy, and care technology. Comparable as a regional cross-sector innovation campus with shared student-business engagement model.

Regional players

• Economic Board Noord-Nederland (EBNN): Regional economic development board convening directors and organizations around the digital and economic course of Northern Netherlands. Comparable as a higher-level orchestrator of which IT Hub is a delivery partner.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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