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.
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.
Discover the entrepreneurial journey of Fernand Huts, head of logistics giant Katoen Natie, valued at 2.8 billion euros. Together with his wife Karine, they are transforming the global logistics landscape through innovative solutions and a deep cultural commitment.
"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.
Willy Naessens, a visionary Belgian entrepreneur, has built a diversified empire that crosses the boundaries of construction and extends into the food industry, racking up staggering sales of 830 million euros. Originally from Wortegem-Petegem.
