Nadia Battello, new Director of Jonk Entrepreneuren Luxembourg; Credit: ©Teresa Annicchiarico / Jonk Entrepreneuren Luxembourg

The Board of Directors of Jonk Entrepreneuren Luxembourg has announced the appointment of Nadia Battello as Director of the association, effective Monday 16 October 2023.

Nadia Battello brings with her a “great passion for designing creative educational projects and innovative ideas aimed at arousing interest, stimulating enthusiasm and generating positive learning experiences”, the association noted.

Nadia Battello holds a PhD in Biology from the University of Luxembourg. She had seven years of experience in informal education and scientific mediation, and designed various inclusive educational programmes during this time.

This new direction marks a new chapter for the association. The entire Jonk Entrepreneuren Luxembourg team expressed its conviction that the organisation will continue to grow and innovate  under the leadership of Nadia Battello. The team and board of directors reassured all young participants, partners and volunteers that they are committed to maintaining the ongoing activities and they expressed their enthusiasm regarding the collaboration with their new director.

Chairman of the Board of Directors, Patrick Wies, commented: “We are very delighted to welcome Nadia as the new director of our association. Her experience, leadership and strategic vision will be valuable assets for our organisation. We look forward to working with her to achieve our goals and continue to advance our mission.”

Nadia Battello, the new Director, added: “It is with great enthusiasm that I begin my role as new director at Jonk Entrepreneuren Luxembourg. Awakening the entrepreneurial spirit, encouraging future generations to innovate and supporting them in this adventure is an important mission to which I will contribute with commitment and passion. My sincere congratulations to my predecessor, Madame Stéphanie Damgé, to the entire team and to all the young entrepreneurs for the incredible accomplishments of previous years. I am honoured and grateful for the opportunity to join the organisation and collaborate with a dynamic team as well as the dedicated network of volunteers and partners to together shape the entrepreneurs of tomorrow.