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Building the future of semicon

The semiconductor industry is one of the strongest growth sectors in the Arnhem-Nijmegen region. Through the Lifeport Semicon program, companies, knowledge institutions and regional partners are joining forces to strengthen our position as one of the leading semiconductor ecosystems in the Netherlands.

Innovation, growth and international competitiveness require more than technology alone. The future of the sector depends on people. With an expected demand for thousands of additional professionals in the years ahead, attracting, developing and retaining talent has become one of the key challenges for the region.

How do we prepare the next generation for careers in semicon? How can companies connect more effectively with students, educators and lifelong learners? And what role do entrepreneurs play in shaping the talent pipeline of tomorrow?

In this article, originally published by Noviotech Campus, Jan-Paul Kimmel, Program Director of the Lifeport Semicon Talent Plan, shares his perspective on the importance of collaboration between industry, education and innovation ecosystems to build a strong and sustainable future for semiconductor talent.