Black man adjusting waiters by Laurent Drion

Laurent Drion: The Tech Visionary who Forged a 76-Million-Euro Empire

"Laurent Drion, Belgian Internet pioneer with Skynet, has transformed his initial success into a tech empire valued at over 76 million euros. Founder of E-Merge, an audacious venture capital fund, Drion has invested in over 30 promising tech startups, with stakes of up to 1.5 million euros. His flair for innovation, illustrated by the lucrative sale of Ogone, and his hands-on approach to venture capital have made him a key figure in the European tech ecosystem. From Skynet to CubeSats, Drion continues to shape the digital future, demonstrating that clear vision and calculated risk-taking can lead to considerable fortune in the tech world.

Software created by Jos Sluys

Jos Sluys: From Engineering to Venture Capital Empire, €450m Success Story

Immerse yourself in the world of Jos Sluys, civil engineer turned venture capital magnate, whose fortune exceeds 450 million euros. After graduating from the University of Brussels in 1986, his career evolved from a role at Unilever to the founding of Arinso, a pioneering SAP solutions company, which enjoyed a meteoric rise until its acquisition for 375 million euros.

Odoo management interface with various modules, a realization of Fabien Pinckaers' vision for simplified, integrated business management.

Fabien Pinckaers: Odoo's meteoric rise to 4 billion euros

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.