Our essence

a holistic programme with a twist

Our community is curious about the world, comes from a range of fields, and possesses a passion for knowledge. Thats why our programme spans subjects, angles, fields and formats to bring you new perspectives on topics from art to tech to business to spirituality.  

We create unexpected alchemies thanks to disruptive moderators. We programme around the most pressing issues of tomorrows world and we search for the uniqueness and untold stories from each of our highly curated speakers. Behind our line-up of events is our exceptional events curation team, always looking forward, with an international perspective.

Europe’s Strategic Future with José Manuel Barroso
Europe’s Strategic Future with José Manuel Barroso

Mon. October 20, 11:45AM

Politics and geopolitics

Europe’s Strategic Future with José Manuel Barroso

A conversation with the former President of the European Commission on geopolitics, health, Europe-Africa relations and the role of Academia.
José Manuel Durão Barroso

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José Manuel Durão Barroso

Inside journalism: Behind the shifting media scene
Inside journalism: Behind the shifting media scene

Mon. October 20, 6:30PM

Society

Inside journalism: Behind the shifting media scene

In a fast-evolving media landscape, four journalists from different outlets share their insights on the Brussels scene and wider global shifts.
Jack Schickler
Philip Herd
Javier Espinoza
Kait Bolongaro
Tax Shelter for Arts: From theory to practice
Tax Shelter for Arts: From theory to practice

Tue. October 21, 12:15PM

Business, Finance & Economy

Tax Shelter for Arts: From theory to practice

An expert panel on how companies  can reduce taxes while supporting film and performing arts.
Gregory Zalcman
Alon Knoll
Philippe Criel
House of - Energia Guided Tour
House of - Energia Guided Tour

Wed. October 22, 8:00AM

Art

House of - Energia Guided Tour

A guided tour of Energia, TheMerode’s current House Of exhibition with its curators.
Jazz for breakfast : an intimate performance
Jazz for breakfast : an intimate performance

Wed. October 22, 9:00AM

Culture

Jazz for breakfast : an intimate performance

Redefining the harp in jazz with Côme 
Céleste Comeliau

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Céleste Comeliau

Networking for introverts
Networking for introverts

Wed. October 22, 12:00PM

Modern Life

Networking for introverts

How to connect without compromising who you are
Debbie Baute

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Debbie Baute

Bullshit at work: Why nonsense rules — and how to resist
Bullshit at work: Why nonsense rules — and how to resist

Wed. October 22, 6:30PM

Business, Finance & Economy

Bullshit at work: Why nonsense rules — and how to resist

A candid conversation with strategist and author Paul Sweeney on dismantling the illusions that govern our workplaces
Paul Sweeney

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Paul Sweeney

Midday classical concert in the Conference Room
Midday classical concert in the Conference Room

Thu. October 23, 11:30AM

Culture

Midday classical concert in the Conference Room

Enjoy a classical interlude with young talent from the Brussels Conservatory.
Cristina Rodriguez
Antón Gómez
David Torralbo
Yeeun Lee