Meet Roland Duchâtelet
Meet Roland Duchâtelet
Business & Economy

Thu. February 20, 6:30PM

Meet Roland Duchâtelet

Visionary entrepreneur, innovator, and advocate for bold societal change.

As the founder of Melexis, a global leader in semiconductors, and co-founder of X-Fab, named ‘Company of the Year’ in 2024, Roland Duchâtelet’s entrepreneurial journey has been defined by a passion for innovation and global impact. With ventures spanning technology, capital markets, and even sports, his career reflects a relentless drive for transformative ideas.


In this exclusive talk, you will learn more about the secrets behind building multinational success stories and navigating the complexities of international markets. Duchâtelet will discuss the future of work in an increasingly technological world, his commitment to tackling inefficiencies in large corporations through lean management, and his belief that governments should focus on public safety and efficient administration while leaving innovation and entrepreneurship to the private sector.


Don’t miss the chance to pick the brain of one of Belgium’s most innovative entrepreneurs and a champion of forward-thinking governance!



speaker

Roland Duchâtelet

Roland Duchâtelet is a renowned Belgian entrepreneur, innovator, and political thinker. Over his career, he founded and grew numerous multinational companies into international success stories. His ventures, including Melexis, a leading semiconductor producer, and X-Fab, named ‘Company of the Year’, have made him one of Belgium’s most successful business figures. Duchâtelet’s entrepreneurial philosophy emphasizes lean management, innovation, and a relentless focus on efficiency, which propelled his companies to thrive in global markets. Beyond his business acumen, he has also made his mark in international capital markets, acquiring and managing firms in Europe and beyond. A former senator and the founder of the Vivant party, Duchâtelet advocates for bold reforms, including universal basic income, sustainable taxation, and transparency in governance. As an author of two books and a thought leader, he combines his economic expertise with a visionary approach to societal challenges.

moderator

Serge Mampaey

Serge Mampaey is a senior financial writer and market expert at De Tijd, the leading financial daily in Belgium. He won several prices for his journalism. In his webshow CEO Talks, he brings the leaders of quoted companies to the screen. Serge started his career at JP Morgan.
Start
Thu. February 20, 6:30PM
End
Thu. February 20, 9:00PM
Format
TheMerode Talks
Language
English (US)
Guest allowed?
Yes, 1 per member

Address

Event
Place Poelaert, 6
1000 Brussels
Belgium
Parking
Parking Poelaert, Place Poelaert 1000 Brussels

Detailed programme

Welcome
Thu. February 20, 6:30PM
Start of the event
Thu. February 20, 7:00PM
Networking
Thu. February 20, 8:00PM
End
Thu. February 20, 9:00PM

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