Partner with KBI Netherlands

KBI Netherlands connects sponsors, universities, and industry partners with a global pipeline of emerging-technology talent across blockchain, data science, and quantum computing — aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Scale of impact

Scale of impact

100+
Countries represented by participants
600–1,200
Projected attendees at ETO Western 2026
3
Olympiad tracks — IBCOL, IDSOL, IQCOL
8+
Years of global programmes
For partners

What KBI can offer partners

Talent Pipeline

Access a global network of innovative student and graduate projects.

Brand Visibility

Reach Gen Z and Gen Alpha as a corporate leader in emerging technologies.

Problem Solving

Give participants a real challenge statement from your organisation to solve.

Micro-consulting

Leverage top student expertise for short-term focused projects.

CSR Alignment

Support education and sustainable innovation aligned with your CSR goals.

Academia Connect

Strengthen ties with KBI’s university network and subject matter experts.

Get involved

How you can get involved

Role Description Commitment
Mentorship Professionals mentor participants in blockchain, data science, finance, or quantum computing 3–5 hours per mentor
Judging Representatives evaluate and give feedback on finalist projects 5–8 hours per judge
Office Tours Host finalist teams for a corporate tour showcasing technology in practice Optional
Event Sponsorship Fund key aspects such as venue, workshops, or facilitation Optional
Networking Connect your organisation with KBI’s expert and leader network Optional

In-kind contributions are also welcome — including catering, venue or location support (up to three locations), branded gifts, and other items.

Sponsorship

Choose your level

Bronze

Starting at €1,000

  • Logo placement
  • Social media mention
  • Networking access
  • Branded materials distribution

Silver

Starting at €3,000

  • Everything in Bronze
  • Judging role
  • Speaking opportunity

Gold

Starting at €7,500

  • Everything in Silver
  • Talent access (CVs, finalists)
  • Competition branding
  • Category sponsorship

Platinum

Starting at €15,000

  • Everything in Gold
  • Title partner designation

All packages can be tailored to your goals — recruitment, branding, innovation, or CSR.

Custom / In-Kind

Custom packages available for catering support, location partnerships, branded gifts, and strategic alignment with recruitment, brand positioning, or innovation initiatives. Get in touch to discuss.

For partnership enquiries, contact nl-partners@kb.institute or visit our contact page.