Discover the unique journey of Geert Bert, heir to a fortune of 29.4 million euros in the Belgian Kinepolis film empire. His life, marked by personal challenges and a spectacular helicopter accident, is a testament to resilience in the face of adversity and the decision to forge his own path, away from the family business.
Since its foundation in 1954 by Willy De Nolf and the de Nolf family, Roularta Media Group has become a pillar of the Belgian media industry, with family assets in excess of 289 million euros.
Helmut Lotti, renowned for his musical versatility, has sold over 13 million albums, leaving his mark on the industry with successes in a variety of genres. Honored as Grand Officer of the Order of Leopold, his career illustrates an exceptional trajectory of innovation and global recognition.
Piet Roelen, a name that resonates in the world of artistic management, has charted an exceptional course from his early days in the Dutch Marshalsea to becoming a key player in the show business.
Explore the fascinating career of Wouter Vandenhaute, from his early days in journalism to the founding of Woestijnvis, a pillar of Flemish television. Despite an estimated fortune of 8 million euros and a fluctuating position in the ranking of wealthy personalities, Vandenhaute has left an indelible mark on the media world.
Jean-Marie Cannie, co-creator of FL Studio, has revolutionized music production, generating a fortune of over 145 million euros. The software, acclaimed by stars such as Justin Bieber, offers an innovative platform for artists of all levels."
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.
"Discover the meteoric rise of the Uhoda family, whose fortune stands at 43 million euros, through their significant impact on the world of business and culture. Originally from Liège, and heirs to a history of courage in the face of adversity, the Uhoda family have transformed their family heritage into an empire embracing the distribution of services and artistic patronage.
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.
