Techniek Tastbaar

What Techniek Tastbaar does

Techniek Tastbaar is a Dutch non-profit organization, founded in 2014 and headquartered in Leeuwarden, that organizes hands-on technology experience events ('doe- en beleefdagen') for youth aged 10-14 and their parents across the Netherlands. Each event gathers approximately 25-30 regional technical SMB companies, each of which designs an interactive activity tied to its specific business. Activities are structured around the '7 Worlds of Technology' framework — covering People & Health, Food & Nature, Energy/Water/Safety, Living/Working/Mobility, Design/Production/World Trade, Digital/Media/Entertainment, and Hi-tech & Science — originally developed by Jet-Net and adopted as the pedagogical backbone for all events. Events are typically hosted at VMBO schools with technical profiles and run for a single day, attracting 1,250-2,000 visitors per event (roughly 70% students, 30% parents).

The organization is led by two project leaders, John van Mierlo and Petra Lambert, who manage all project management and event organization, supported by a small core team of 1-10 people. Events are commissioned by schools and Sterk Techniek Onderwijs (STO) regional bodies, which function as both funding sources and channel partners, and are supplemented by corporate sponsorship. Admission is free for visitors; participating SMB companies contribute in-kind by building and staffing their stands. Since launching with a single event in 2015, Techniek Tastbaar has grown to 117 cumulative events, 175,144 cumulative visitors, and 3,564 participating companies/institutions, with operations spanning all five major Dutch regions.

Strategic partnerships anchor the model: STO regional bodies (including STO Noord Groningen and Samen voor Techniek Voorne Putten) act as regional commissioning partners; Jet-Net provides the underlying pedagogical framework; and the organization also collaborates with OOC for collision-repair sector outreach, Platform Talent voor Technologie, and Bedrijf in de klas for partner company enablement. Distribution combines school-based direct invitations, STO regional networks, and an organic social presence across Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and TikTok, complemented by earned media coverage from regional outlets such as RTV Oost and Waldnet.

Name

Techniek Tastbaar

Legal name

Techniek Tastbaar

Website

https://techniektastbaar.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Techniek Tastbaar is a Dutch non-profit that organizes hands-on technology experience events for youth aged 10-14 and their parents, hosted at VMBO schools across the Netherlands under the '7 Worlds of Technology' framework.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

STEM Education Events

NAICS

Computer Training (61142)

akta.pro primary industry

Robotics, Engineering & Makers Camps (EDAMALAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Maker / DIY Electronics & Physical Computing Platforms (EDAFANAC)

Keywords

• Youth technology events
• STEM career education
• Hands-on technology experiences
• Education industry partnerships
• Technical career orientation

Headquarters

HQ city

Leeuwarden

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Event Commissioning Fees: Techniek Tastbaar is commissioned by schools and/or Sterk Techniek Onderwijs (STO) regional organizations to organize events. The commissioning party provides the mandate and often co-funding or organizational support. Revenue is derived from project fees paid by these commissioning educational bodies. Companies participate for free but provide their own stand materials and activities.
2. Corporate Participation (In-Kind): Regional technical SMB companies participate in events at no cost but invest their own time and materials to create hands-on activities. This is a non-monetary contribution model where the company provides demonstration/activity resources in exchange for youth outreach and brand exposure.
3. Sponsorship: Events feature sponsors at various levels. The website shows partner and sponsor logos prominently on event pages. Sponsorship provides funding and in-kind support for event logistics.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Techniek Tastbaar organizes free, hands-on "doe- en beleef" technology experience events for youth aged 10-14 and their parents across the Netherlands. Each event is commissioned by a school and/or Sterk Techniek Onderwijs (STO) regional organization and recruits approximately 25-30 regional technical SMB companies to run interactive activities at stands. Events are structured around the "7 Werelden van Techniek" (7 Worlds of Technology) framework, exposing participants to the breadth of technical careers through direct, hands-on engagement rather than passive displays.

Product overview

Techniek Tastbaar operates as a single unified event-based service offering hands-on technology experience days ('doe- en beleefdagen') for Dutch youth ages 10-14 and their parents. The core offering consists of regional events where approximately 25-30 technical companies present interactive activities organized under the '7 Werelden van Techniek' framework. The company also provides a platform for businesses to connect with potential future employees and helps schools fulfill their career orientation (LOB) objectives.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Techniek Tastbaar Events Hands-on technology experience events ("doe- en beleefdagen") for Dutch youth aged 10-14 and their parents, organized at VMBO schools with technical programs. Each event recruits approximately 25-30 regional technical SMB companies to run interactive activities, with educational institutions (MBO/HBO) also present to inform visitors about technical learning pathways. Events attract 1,250-1,500 visitors on average.
• 7 Werelden van Techniek (7 Worlds of Technology) Framework A structured pedagogical framework categorizing beta/technology sectors into 7 domains: Mens & Gezondheid (People & Health), Voeding & Natuur (Food & Nature), Energie, Water & Veiligheid (Energy, Water & Safety), Wonen, Werken & Verkeer (Living, Working & Mobility), Ontwerp, Productie & Wereldhandel (Design, Production & World Trade), Digitaal, Media & Entertainment, and Hi-tech & Science. Originally developed by Jet-Net, it serves as the organizational backbone for all Techniek Tastbaar events.

Quantifiable outcome

• 117 events organized, 175,144 total visitors, 3,564 participating companies/institutions
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and supporting.

• Sterk Techniek Onderwijs Noord GroningencoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026STO Noord Groningen is organizing the Techniek Tastbaar Uithuizen event on 29 September 2026 in collaboration with Techkwadraat. This regional STO body serves as the commissioning partner for the event.
• JetNetcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Techniek Tastbaar uses the '7 Worlds of Technology' framework developed by Jet-Net as the pedagogical backbone for all events. JetNet is a network connecting companies, schools, and students in technology. The organization also collaborates on webinars with Martha Hoebens from 'Bedrijf in de klas' who is associated with JetNet.
• OOC (Onderwijs Ondernemen Carrosseriebedrijven)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2023OOC is the coordinator for business & education relations in the collision repair industry. OOC partnered with Techniek Tastbaar to help member companies meet future employees at technology events, addressing severe staffing shortages in collision repair businesses.
• Sterk Techniek Onderwijs (STO)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015Sterk Techniek Onderwijs (STO) is the primary strategic partner. STO regions commission Techniek Tastbaar events to fulfill their mandate of strengthening cooperation between education and business. Multiple STO regions (Noord Groningen, and others) directly organize events with Techniek Tastbaar, functioning as the main commissioning body and channel partner. The organization began in 2015 with support from STO networks and has grown through this partnership model.
• Samen voor Techniek Voorne PuttencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSamen voor Techniek Voorne Putten organizes the Techniek Tastbaar events in the Voorne-Putten, Rozenburg, and Hoogvliet region. This organization brings together VMBO schools, MBO, and regional business for technical education, commissioning Techniek Tastbaar for the third time in June 2027.
• Martha Hoebens / Bedrijf in de klassupportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerMartha Hoebens from 'Bedrijf in de klas' provides webinars titled 'Hoe interesseer je leerlingen voor jouw techniek?' (How do you interest students in your technology?) to help participating companies design engaging activities for the youth audience.
• Platform Talent voor TechnologiesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPlatform Talent voor Technology (PTVT) works to help all young people in education discover their talents for technology and ICT, aligning with Techniek Tastbaar's mission. The platform published content about 'Techniek is overal' (Technology is everywhere) in collaboration with Motivaction.
• Various regional schoolscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVMBO schools with technical profiles serve as event hosts, providing facilities (technical workshops, labs) and acting as the primary channel for inviting students and parents. Schools in the surrounding area (within ~10km) are invited to bring students. Examples include Etty Hillesum Lyceum, CSG Liudger, Alfa College, Alma College, Groene Hart Leerpark, and many others.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• VHTO: VHTO is the Dutch national expert organization on girls/women in STEM (bèta, techniek en IT). It runs programs to encourage girls to pursue STEM careers, overlapping with Techniek Tastbaar's mission of broadening the technical talent pipeline.
• Mad Science: Mad Science is a global STEM education franchise that delivers hands-on science and technology programs for children through in-school workshops, after-school programs, and special events. It directly overlaps with Techniek Tastbaar's experiential STEM format for youth.
• NewTechKids: NewTechKids is a Netherlands-based company that teaches children (ages 4-14) about technology, programming, and computational thinking through workshops and educational programs. It directly competes for the same teacher and school engagement in Dutch tech education.
• TechnoDiscovery: TechnoDiscovery is a Dutch STEM education company that delivers hands-on technology workshops and programs for primary and secondary school students. It uses a similar experiential teaching approach to Techniek Tastbaar's regional events.
• JetNet: JetNet is a Dutch network connecting companies, schools, and students in technology. Techniek Tastbaar uses Jet-Net's '7 Worlds of Technology' framework as the pedagogical backbone for all events, and the two organizations collaborate directly on technology education for youth.
• Junior IOT: Junior IOT is a Dutch non-profit initiative that introduces young people to Internet of Things technology through hands-on workshops and events. It targets similar youth audiences and partners with schools and regional businesses to promote STEM engagement.
• CoderDojo: CoderDojo is an international movement of free coding clubs for young people. It operates local chapters in the Netherlands offering youth tech learning experiences, directly comparable to Techniek Tastbaar's hands-on youth technology engagement.

Broad incumbents

• Platform Talent voor Technologie: Platform Talent voor Technologie (PTVT) is a Dutch national platform working to help young people discover their talents for technology and ICT. It operates at a broader national policy level with a wider portfolio than Techniek Tastbaar's regional event focus.
• Nationaal Techniek Pact: Nationaal Techniek Pact is a Dutch national initiative uniting government, education, and industry to address technical skills shortages. It is a broader policy/coalition entity whose work Techniek Tastbaar's regional events directly support.

Regional players

• NEMO Science Museum: NEMO Science Museum in Amsterdam is the Netherlands' largest science center, with extensive youth STEM programming and school partnerships. While museum-based rather than event-based, it draws on similar target audiences and pursues STEM career exploration as part of its mission.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCOHzWUAhig9T21mVZORH47A
• Facebookfacebook.com/TechniekTastbaar
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/techniek-tastbaar
• Instagraminstagram.com/techniektastbaar
• Xx.com/TechTastbaar

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

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