Welcome to the Knowledge Economy Network!

What started out as the European Regional Economic Forum (EREF) in 2005 gradually evolved into a Network, with the Slovenian Business & Research Association serving as its Secretariat. As of January 2011, EREF evolved into the Knowledge Economy Network (KEN) and is now registered in Brussels as a non-profit association. KEN is committed to contribute in strengthening knowledge economy and competitiveness by providing good service to its members worldwide.

The Department of Science and Technology of the Government of Republic of South Africa has accepted to host the next annual Global KEN Forum on the 22 – 23 October 2013 in Cape Town, South Africa.

Prior to the Fora, typically 4 workshops are co-organized with KEN partners. The preparatory workshops produce draft-recommendations addressing local stakeholders, national and international policy makers in the domains of knowledge economy.

On our homepage you can find a detailed account of previous fora, as well as a schedule of this year’s workshops and the Global KEN Forum 2013.

Recent News & KEN Activities

On the 3rd of April 2013, Vice Chair of the KEN International Advisory Board and distinguished speaker, National Research Professor Dr. Raghunath Anant Mashelkar, gave a very interesting presentation on Inclusive Innovation during his recent visit to Brussels and Paris. We invite to you listen to this exceptional presentation.