Immerse yourself in the world of Tony Beeuwsaert, the Flemish entrepreneur with a 94 million euro portfolio who orchestrates success from behind the scenes. Discover how this master of discretion steers the destiny of Zulte-Waregem soccer club, while propelling a variety of industrial sectors, from energy to aeronautics, to new heights of efficiency and innovation.
Discover the inspiring story of Fabien Pinckaers and his company Odoo, which has transformed the business management software landscape with a revolutionary open-source model. From humble beginnings to a €4 billion valuation, Odoo embodies innovation with affordable ERP solutions for SMEs.
Discover the history of the Van Waeyenberge family, a name synonymous with insight and endurance in Belgian commerce. Under the leadership of Piet Van Waeyenberge, this dynasty rose through activities ranging from food trading to the management of major financial holdings.
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 discreet yet powerful history of the Bracht family, a dynasty rooted in Belgian nobility and intimately linked to the prosperity of Sipef. From Baron Theo Bracht's careful stewardship of the estate to the sad memory of an inheritance scarred by tragedy.
Discover the story of Paul Gheysens, the Flemish visionary behind Ghelamco, a dominant force in European real estate. From humble beginnings in landscaping, Gheysens has successfully established himself in Poland, building architectural icons such as The Spire and the Warsaw Unit.
Rocco Marotta, an iconic figure in the commercial real estate landscape, has transformed his vision into an empire of strategic retail outlets. From jeans salesman to influential landlord, his career illustrates a meteoric rise in Belgium's commercial heartland, with an indelible imprint on prestigious streets such as Brussels' Nieuwstraat.
The Clarebout family, at the head of one of Belgium's leading food processing companies, stands out for its specialization in potato processing, with an impressive annual output of over 800,000 tons of French fries. With state-of-the-art facilities in Nieuwkerke and Warneton, this family-run business, with assets in excess of 431 million euros, symbolizes excellence, innovation and growth in the sector, while resiliently facing up to challenges and consolidating its presence on the European market.
Discover the remarkable career of Bernard Van Canneyt, the mastermind behind Château Promotions, which has transformed real estate in Brussels. Heir to an entrepreneurial tradition begun by his father, co-founder of Unilin, Bernard has diversified his family heritage by building a real estate empire.
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.
