Joshua Eckblad

Joshua Eckblad is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in artificial intelligence startups and innovation management.

Currently, he lectures on creativity and innovation while conducting research in strategy and entrepreneurship at Tilburg University, Netherlands.

He is actively involved in building the IQONIC Hub for Entrepreneurship Research & Education at Tilburg University, focusing on bridging the gap between research and practice in managing innovation and technological change.

Joshua's passion lies in all forms of innovative entrepreneurship and he emphasizes evidence-based experimental and hands-on approaches to enhancing businesses.

His educational background includes a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) and MPhil from Tilburg University, along with a Bachelor of Arts (BA) from North Carolina State University.

He has also pursued a certificate in the Summer Programme from The London School of Economics and Political Science, and additional studies at Franklin & Marshall College.

Joshua's professional journey comprises roles such as Director at IQONIC Hub for Entrepreneurship Research & Education, former PhD Candidate & Lecturer at the Tilburg School of Economics and Management, and Director of Innovation at a Boutique Management Consulting Firm.

He has also held positions like Co-Founder, VP Marketing & Products at an Enterprise High-Tech Startup in Artificial Intelligence, Senior Digital Strategy Consultant at a Tech Firm, Co-Founder of an Enterprise Media High-Tech Startup utilizing AI, and various other strategic and innovative roles in both startups and corporate settings.

Joshua Eckblad's expertise lies in evidence-based corporate venturing, fostering mutually beneficial outcomes between established firms and startup ventures, and driving entrepreneurship activities at Tilburg University.