In 2025, Yann Bucaille Lanrezac is more than ever an emblematic figure of social entrepreneurship. With a fortune of 6.4 million euros, he continues to promote inclusion through Café Joyeux, changing lives and inspiring business.
The Lemaire family, led by Francis Lemaire, made media history in Belgium with the creation of Radio Contact, which became the most listened-to radio station in Wallonia. Through integration into the RTL group and strategic partnerships with the likes of GBL and Albert Frère, Francis Lemaire amassed a fortune estimated at 69 million euros. Today, the Lemaire family continues to exert its influence, while Radio Contact remains a key player on the French-speaking airwaves.
Steve Rousseau, founder of "House of Talents", has transformed his specialist recruitment company into a key player in the Belgian and international markets. Thanks to strategic acquisitions and a recent valuation in excess of 500 million euros, Rousseau's fortune is estimated at over 180 million euros. With ambitions for international expansion, he continues to redefine the temporary employment sector, while navigating a unique family dynamic with his brother, SP.a. leader Conner Rousseau.
Henri d'Arenberg, a member of the illustrious Arenberg aristocratic family, is renowned for his historic heritage and influential position in Europe. Married to Gabrielle de Spoelberch, heiress to the family linked to brewing giant AB InBev, he has strengthened the ties between two of Belgium's wealthiest families. The d'Arenberg family continues to invest in cultural and educational initiatives, perpetuating a heritage that spans several centuries.
Christian Teunissen, founder of Xior Student Housing, has built a fortune estimated at over 250 million euros by specializing in student housing. After founding his own real estate company in 2007, Teunissen developed an extensive property portfolio, which spread across Belgium, the Netherlands and Spain. Thanks to Xior's IPO in 2015, his assets continue to grow, making him a key figure in Europe's student housing sector.
Eric Domb, founder of Pairi Daiza, has built a fortune estimated at 127 million euros by transforming his animal park into a world-renowned attraction. With a strong ecological dimension and international cooperation, notably with China for the conservation of giant pandas, Pairi Daiza has become a model for the preservation of biodiversity. Domb's commitment to sustainable development and awareness-raising makes him a key figure in green entrepreneurship in Belgium.
Discover how Jean-Pierre Nadir built an impressive fortune of 22 million euros by revolutionizing online tourism with Easyvoyage. Immerse yourself in the inspiring story of this innovative French entrepreneur, key investor in 'Who Wants to Be My Partner?' in 2024."
The Blommaert family, head of the Avia fuel distribution network in Belgium, controls assets estimated at over 108 million euros. With strategic centers across the country, brothers Jonas and Jakob Blommaert manage the family business while modernizing its operations. In addition, Aaron Blommaert, a rising figure in Belgian showbiz, adds an artistic dimension to the family's reputation, combining entrepreneurial heritage with media success.
Nele Van Damme and Koenraad Belsack, co-founders of Upgrade Estate, have built a student real estate empire in Belgium, with over 2,200 rooms under management. Their innovative business model based on private investment has led to a fortune estimated at over 100 million euros, making them key figures in the Belgian real estate market.
Christophe Rousseaux, a key figure in the Rousseaux family, has built a fortune of over 221 million euros through Immoweb, Belgium's largest real estate platform. Heirs to the family empire, Christophe and Tanguy Rousseaux have diversified their investments through the Akiles fund, consolidating their wealth. The Rousseaux family's influence in both real estate and start-ups continues to make its mark on the Belgian and European economies.
