This year was the largest and most diverse group so far, consisting of 40 students from eight different countries. The project was a presentation and report for Ten Cate Thiolon, an artificial grass pitch manufacturer. General reaction from student participants is very postive; all enjoyed the international workgroups, the setting of the UT campus, working with current marketing and technology management topics and the partnership with Ten Cate Thiolon. Kai Wolf from Leuneburg enjoyed the green UT campus: `With its wide green campus outside the city, (it) seemed to be a little city itself with everything a student needs.' Several students mentioned the advantages of networking with others in their field, the international cooperation, the long but worthwhile hours of work and the friendly character of the groups. Finnish PhD Sappo Hänninen liked the group atmosphere where everyone had a chance to lead `and actually did lead when their vision was most useful for the group.' Jonathan Styles, Rob Phillips and Carol Birchmore of Manchester were impressed with the level of organization in the week's schedule, stating that there was the `right balance of academic work versus social time, (allowing) us to integrate and talk with the other students.'
Many workshop colleagues professed a genuine interest in future participation. As an added measure of success, Bodewes proudly reports how enthusiastic and satisfied Ten Cate Thiolon was with the results of the week. Each year's workshop offers a unique experience with a different company and university setting; the workshop will take place next year in Manchester.
