KEM-network conference

On Tuesday 25 November, the KEM Network will come together for an inspiring afternoon conference filled with new insights, practical examples, and meaningful encounters.
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How do you deal with the fact that clients, contractors, and other stakeholders in transition projects sometimes have very different views on the value of using specific methods?
What is the real value of applying methods within innovation and transition projects?
How can you make the impact of these approaches visible—not only at the end, but throughout the process? And how do you stay on course when stakeholder interests shift along the way?

These are the questions that have been at the centre of the KEM programme over the past six months. In conversations with designers, researchers, and clients, we explored how methods make a real difference in practice—and what it takes to convincingly communicate that value.

During the KEM Network Conference* ‘How to convince your client?’*, we will share the key insights from this exploration and talk with professionals about the value and impact of methods in their projects.

What to expect

An afternoon programme, moderated by Marsha Simon, featuring:

• Guido Stompff (Professor of Design Thinking, Inholland University of Applied Sciences) on dealing with stakeholder resistance to a design-driven approach
• A panel discussion on the value of methods and the dynamics between client and contractor, featuring designers Sanne Kistemaker (Muzus)) Philémonne Jaasma (Cocosmos) and Jessy van Os (KO Social Design) and Lina Mooren (Digitaal Gezondheidscentrum)
• Arie Franx (Professor of Obstetrics, ErasmusMC) on implementing innovations that drive transformation in healthcare, and how to get projects and consortia on track
• Insights from ‘Starting with a Design Approach in a Public Context’ by the PONT programme

And in addition:

• Martijn Arnoldus (CLICKNL, Programme Manager KEMs) on the latest developments around the KEMs and Dutch innovation policy
• The presentation of the KEM Monitor, a survey of developments within the KEM research community over the past year
• Interactive breakout sessions, hosted by PONT and CLICKNL

Practical information

• Tuesday 25 November 2025
• 13:30 – 16:45 (networking drinks from 16:45)
• Centraal Ketelhuis, Amersfoort (next to Amersfoort station, free parking available)
• This is a Dutch-language event
• Register here for the event

Good to know

• No prior knowledge is required to participate
• Participation is free of charge
• Capacity is limited, so make sure to register in time