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Arendals Fossekompani partners with TENK Tech camp
This year, Business Developer, Camilla Ellefsen, Senior Communications Advisor, Agnes Erickson, have presented the participants with a case study on how to create a business model from a sustainable idea.
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At the camp, young women between the ages of 13-19 interact and work with various technologies with the aim to boost technological curiosity and introduce more opportunities that lie within an education in technology.
This year, Business Developer, Camilla Ellefsen, Senior Communications Advisor, Agnes Erickson, have presented the participants with a case study on how to create a business model from a sustainable idea.
The participant’s creativity has been incredibly impressive so far. Ideas have ranged from solar powered electric cars to an app that allows tourists to find the nearest recreational area in a foreign city.
"We are proud to be a part of this initiative and look forward to meeting tomorrow's innovators! TENK is an excellent program that focuses on promoting inclusion and diversity within the tech industry, and we are thrilled to partner with them to establish the first local camp in Agder,” says Hanne Watts, VP of Communication and Sustainability.
Since the beginning, TENK has reached thousands of young women through digital communication, lectures, workshops, and events. The TENK Tech camp has been held seven years in a row in different cities in Norway. In 2024, the camp will be arranged for the eighth time and will for the first time is hosting in our local region of Agder. Our hope and mission are that this initiative will provide a glimpse into the tech industry, the diverse roles it encompasses, and show the future workforce the career opportunities our innovative region has to offer.
You can find more details about TENK, here: TENK Tech Camp — TENK (tenknorge.com)
