At the heart of Belgium's financial and media dynamism, the Van Thillo family runs an empire that has successfully navigated the sometimes tumultuous waters of the banking and media industries. Despite the sale of Spaarkrediet and the closure of Het Financiehuis, their influence has only grown, not least thanks to their control of media giants such as VTM and Het Laatste Nieuws.
Immerse yourself in the fascinating saga of Manu and Michiel Beers, the visionary architects behind Tomorrowland, the electronic music festival that revolutionized the Belgian cultural landscape and captured the global imagination. From humble beginnings to a 400,000-strong behemoth, the Beers brothers have transformed a scouting party into a cultural institution valued at 21 million euros.
Explore the journey of Swen Vincke, the visionary mind behind Larian Studios. From humble beginnings in De Panne to worldwide renown, discover how his passion for video games led to the creation of must-have RPG hits and a runaway success of 32 million euros in revenues.
Explore the fascinating career of Ben Crabbé, an iconic figure on the Belgian cultural scene. From the energetic rock of the '80s with De Kreuners to conquering the airwaves as host of the famous TV quiz show Blokken, Crabbé has made his mark with his talent and versatility.
Immerse yourself in the empire of Studio 100, created by Hans Bourlon and Gert Verhulst, and discover how their visions revolutionized children's entertainment, with record sales and worldwide successful franchises.
