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MBA students kick off the academic year Tio's Master of Business Administration students could not have wished for a better start of the new academic year: physical lectures on campus and an inspirational two-day kick-off. The students began the new academic year with a masterclass from Holland Casino CEO Erwin van Lambaart. What are their expectations for the day? “Practical information about this year,” says student Alex. Ibrahim is eager to learn more about Tio's culture. Myrthe: “I want to meet my fellow students!” Masterclass from Erwin van Lambaart – CEO Holland Casino Erwin van Lambaart discusses Holland Casino's strategy and offers the students some unique insights into his company's (online) plans. He also presents a case the students can get to work on right away: assess the scope of the Dutch leisure sector, determine where best to open two new Holland Casino branches and come up with a new product, service or experience that will draw people to Holland Casino. Brainstorms and drinks “After dinner, we kept working on the case until ten o’clock,” says student Kelvin. “Then it was time to have some drinks with our fellow students because we also want to get to know each other better.” After a fun evening, it was time: on Tuesday morning, the teams presented their ideas to the jury. “We felt confident about our pitch, but were also impressed by what the other
groups had come up with,” student Rizki says after the pitches. “All students are highly driven. This has a strong motivational effect!” The world is your oyster “It was a lot of fun to meet these next-generation talents. We are impressed by the students’ ambition and drive,” says Erwin once the judges have reached a verdict. “That's why we have selected not one winner, but two. These two groups stood out with their excellent research and novel ideas.” The winners can choose between a free dinner at one of Holland Casino's branches or a VIP seat in Holland Casino's private skybox in the ArenA. Erwin offers the students some parting advice: “Make the most of the year ahead. When you put in the work, the world is your oyster. Keep it up and don't forget to enjoy yourselves as well!” •
We have only known each other for two days, but the collaboration went very well. We did not expect to win because every group had come up with excellent ideas. Winners group 1
