AI: From Impact to Growth is a special pre-event of The Future of Tech is Female 2026, co-organised with Women in Tech Belgium, bringing together women leading the AI transformation across business, technology, entrepreneurship and investment.
Turn your entrepreneurial ambitions into action with Think Clearly. Connect Better. Move Forward., an interactive workshop led by Catie Young, founder of I.CY. Through practical exercises and discussions, learn how to clarify your business ideas, strengthen your communication and positioning, and define concrete next steps to move your business forward.
Join Rebel Networking Drinks for an evening of meaningful connections between freelancers and entrepreneurs! Whether you're looking to expand your network, exchange ideas or meet like-minded professionals, this is the perfect opportunity to connect in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
Discover how to break into tech, regardless of your background, at Breaking Code & Barriers, a panel organised by BeCode. Join Vanessa Rivera Quinones, Anna Lalova, Andreia Negreira and Ceren Mörey as they share their career transitions, challenges and practical advice on developing new skills, overcoming barriers and finding opportunities in the tech industry.
Explore the hidden biases behind artificial intelligence at Demystifying AI Bias, an educational talk organised by BeCode. Join Vanessa Rivera Quinones, Irene Ghioni and Siegried Camus as they explain how bias enters AI systems, its impact on everyday technologies and how to recognise these challenges for more responsible AI use.
Discover why meaningful innovation starts with understanding people at Women First, Tech Second, a talk led by Dorothée Dinne, founder of Fâmme. Drawing on her experience in product design, entrepreneurship and women's healthcare, she will explore how empathy, user research and a people-first approach can help create more inclusive and impactful technologies. The session will conclude with an interactive Q&A.
Discover S.he Goes Digital, ULB Techsci's Executive Master in Digital and IT Essentials, at this interactive info stand. Meet Mélissa Ranwez, Training Coordinator at ULB Techsci, and explore how the programme helps women develop skills in AI, coding, cybersecurity and digital technologies. Whether you're looking to change careers or upskill, no prior technical background is required!
Discover the different paths to a career in tech at Many Paths, One Community, a panel organised by North Star and Clusity. Join Lujane Elarif (Branch Consulting), Brigitte Bella (Cevia) and Tutku Kilicaslan (Cavell) as they share their career journeys, challenges and experiences, and explore how mentorship, professional networks and supportive communities help women grow and succeed in tech.
Celebrate female entrepreneurship and leadership at Bold Women in Tech, the official opening event of The Future of Tech is Female 2026, inspired by Veuve Clicquot’s Bold programme. Join Anna Zeiter, CEO & Co-Founder of W Social, for a keynote, followed by a discussion with Pauline Van Oestayen, Co-Founder & CEO of Dockflow, and Margot Wuillaume, Co-Founder & CEO of eBloom, as they share their entrepreneurial journeys, bold decisions and inspire the next generation of women entrepreneurs.
Discover career and entrepreneurship opportunities in cybersecurity at Breaking the Code, a panel organised by Womenpreneur. Join Elisa Huberty, Katia Villegas and Asmae Ben Bahida as they share their experiences, challenges and practical advice on building a career or business in cybersecurity, followed by an interactive Q&A.
AI Beyond the Hype, Fear, and Misconceptions is an interactive discussion organised with Proximus Ada as part of The Future of Tech is Female 2026, designed to make artificial intelligence easier to understand and more accessible to everyone.
What if night travel became our playground? Night trains are back, and the people who will make them work are builders. On Saturday 21 November 2026, 60 hackers in 20 teams spend one day in Brussels as European Sleeper engineers for a day: real data, real problems, and a night train to catch afterwards.
Can Brussels become a capital of AI? Join the FARI Brussels Conference for a day of bold ideas, expert voices and conversations on responsible, inclusive and impactful AI.
Discover the next generation of AI startups as 14 founders pitch their solutions to investors and celebrate the graduation of FARI AI Accelerator’s 2026 cohort.
Talking Space: Founders, Funders, Leaders, and Innovators is a panel discussion organised as part of The Future of Tech is Female 2026, bringing together women leaders, entrepreneurs and innovators from across Europe's space ecosystem to explore how ambitious ideas become successful space ventures.
Discover web development at She Loves to Code: Web Edition, a beginner-friendly coding workshop organised by 42 Belgium. Explore the basics of programming through hands-on exercises, followed by inspiring tech talks with Dewi Van De Vyver, Cassandra Lecluse and Anne Depuydt, and networking over drinks. No coding experience required!
Discover the financing opportunities available to entrepreneurs at Who Funds What?, a panel featuring Claire Munck, Béatrice de Mahieu, Céline Vaessen and Lorraine de Fierlant. Explore business angels, public funding, impact investment and microcredit, and learn how to identify the right financing options for your business. The discussion will be followed by a networking brunch.
Break the silence around workplace challenges at Say It Out Loud, an interactive event organised by Le Village by CA Brussels. Through founder stories, startup showcases and collaborative discussions, explore how technology and innovation can address often-overlooked issues such as menopause, mental health, burnout and caregiving, and help create healthier, more inclusive workplaces.
Take your career or entrepreneurial ambitions further with Furt’Her – Exclusive Mentoring & Coaching Experience, led by Lorena Billi, Founder of Furt’Her. Benefit from personalised coaching, strategic advice and practical guidance to overcome challenges, gain clarity and turn your ambitions into action. Only 4 places available, on a first-come, first-served basis!
Unplug from work and hit the dancefloor at CTRL + ALT + DANCE, a women-only party by BOOMA CLUB x The Future of Tech is Female. Join DJ Baddila for an electrifying evening of House, Afro and Club beats, good vibes and dancing at BeCentral. Open to all women, whether you work in tech or not! 📅 26 November | 19:30–23:00 🎟️ Limited tickets available!
Session in french: Turn business challenges into opportunities at Wake Up Chat, an interactive peer-to-peer workshop organised by Hors Norme. Guided by Aurélie Hankar, participants will exchange experiences, tackle real business challenges and share practical advice in small groups. Leave with fresh perspectives, valuable connections and concrete next steps to move your business forward.
Session in french: Explore the challenges and opportunities for women in tech at Beyond the Gap, a talk organised by Hors Norme. Join Leila Maidane, founder of InterSkillar and Femmes Fières, as she shares her entrepreneurial journey and insights on bridging the digital gender gap, empowering women through technology and making digital tools more accessible. The session will conclude with an interactive Q&A.
Brussels Think Bigger goes cyber! We’re delighted to announce that Laurence Mathieu, CEO of Keyes, will join us for this special edition, moderated by Martin Buxant. More speakers to be announced soon!
A free European conference bringing together policymakers, rail operators, researchers and mobility experts to discuss the future of night trains, cross-border rail connections and sustainable transport across Europe. Featuring over 20 speakers, including Belgian Mobility Minister Jean-Luc Crucke and European policymakers.
Join Ultrahack’s AI Hackathon from 9-11 December 2026 at BeCentral, Brussels, and help shape the future of Europe's power grid. Developers, data scientists and AI builders will tackle three real-world challenges: market intelligence, security risk detection, and design-to-contract compliance. Compete for a €15,000 prize pool and gain a chance to be considered for the AI Incubator programme.
Discover 42 Belgium in Brussels on January 14! Get to know our program & community. Free, registration required. Come to the Open Day of 42 Belgium in Brussels and discover the most innovative tech & AI programs!