Third edition of Belgium's leading conference on leveraging AI in business
Thursday, April 3rd, Hi!Site BXL
Machine Learning Engineer @ Ixor
Martijn Leplae
Martijn is a machine learning engineer with a background in computer science. Working with cool technologies and bringing them to real-world applications gives him much satisfaction. In his opinion, taking some hassle away and providing value is what technology should do for people. If he’s not working, Martijn likes to chill in the world and […]
AI Researcher & Data Analyst @ Google.org-OdiseIA Digital Futures Project
Frank Escandell
Frank Escandell is an AI Researcher and Data Analyst at Google.org-OdiseIA Digital Futures Project specifically working to build a map of the Professions of the Future and the Future of Work. As a renowned IT Business Developer, in 2017 his team developed the first-ever XaaS platform for smartglasses and mobile devices having achieved a major […]
Head Applied R&D @ AI Lab Brussels / Assistant Professor @ VUB
Johan Loeckx
Johan Loeckx began exploring artificial intelligence at the age of 12 in 1992. By 16, he had launched his first startup, developing application software for lawyers. Following his MSc and PhD studies, he co-designed Belgium’s encryption system for secure health information exchange, which led to a patent filing. A co-founder of a Freinet school, Johan […]
Social entrepreneur & Managing Director @ FARI, AI for the Common Good Institute
Karen Boers
Karen is a serial social impact entrepreneur. She co-founded and developed the disruptive coding school BeCode, retraining hundreds of adults into skilled web developers no matter their background or (lack of) degree & experience. Building on the experience from creating the Belgian and European startup associations Startups.be and European Startup Network as well as the […]
AI investor @ ManyContacts & Overloop.ai
Jean Derély
Jean Derély is a renowned Belgian entrepreneur, known for his pivotal roles in Betagroup and Woorank, where he championed innovation and startup growth. As a leader in transforming WhatsApp into a powerful sales and support channel, Jean integrates tools like AI agents, chatbots, and automation to revolutionize customer interactions. His expertise has driven teams of […]
Founder @ Wennovate / Co-Founder @ School of Sales
Jorik Van den Bosch
Jorik Van den Bosch is an expert in B2B outbound sales, specializing in building scalable sales machines for B2B tech companies. Over the past years, he has guided more than 250 companies in developing effective sales and marketing strategies. Graduating as an aerospace engineer, Jorik has dedicated his career to international outbound sales in B2B […]
Founder @ Higrowth
Isabella Pratita
From selling flowers at age 4 to founding the AI-driven marketing firm @Higrowth, Isabella Pratita has dedicated her career to fostering innovation and growth. Combining her marketing and business engineering expertise, she helps businesses achieve scalable success using lean startup principles, data analysis, and growth experiments. With projects spanning multiple countries and clients like Remote […]
CEO & Founder @ Untaylored
Roald Larsen
With over 20 years in business, software, and innovation, Roald Larsen specializes in helping businesses unlock AI’s potential. Known for cutting through the hype, Roald delivers practical strategies and measurable results, guiding organizations from “Where do we start?” to “AI is driving our growth!” Roald’s approach focuses on: ✅ Tailored AI strategies aligned with business […]
Founder & CEO @ AxonJay.ai
Jean-Philippe M.L. Schepens van Thiel
Jean-Philippe is a thought leader in leveraging real-time insights through our Self-ML Platform™ and Green AI technology to empower sales teams. His expertise in delivering actionable guidance on “When, Why, and Which” prospects to engage has driven record-breaking conversion rates and engagement accuracy for businesses worldwide.
Founder @ RAUWcc
Maarten Reijgersberg
Maarten Reijgersberg is a leading creative and practical concept developer, renowned for his ability to transform wild ideas into effective communication strategies that strengthen brands. As the founder and visionary behind RAUWcc, a Rotterdam-based creative agency, Maarten excels in blending technology with communication to deliver innovative branding solutions. His background as a visual artist and […]
CTO @ Lighthouse
Mathias Verhoeven
Mathias Verhoeven is the Chief Technology Officer at Lighthouse (formerly OTA Insight), a global leader in hotel business intelligence serving over 70,000 properties worldwide. With more than a decade at Lighthouse, Mathias has been pivotal in building the company’s first products, scaling engineering teams, and managing massive datasets, playing a crucial role in every stage […]
Co-Founder @ Jay
Noémie Bultot
Noemie is specialised in scalable B2B marketing with a focus on expertise content, personal branding and lead generation. Her expertise lays in building content systems to automate your content marketing with AI. She’s sharing hands-on expertise so you can start scaling your content strategy TODAY. She’s helped B2B businesses in various industries to organize and […]
Managing Partner @ Aldenburgh Capital
Filip Maertens
Prior to a pioneering career in cyber-defense in the early 2000s, Filip has built an impressive career in AI away from the spotlights. Therefore, this talk is rather exceptional. As a discreet entrepreneur and investor, Filip has spent over a decade of building and exiting various reputable ventures in AI, having been responsible for adding […]
Co-Founder @ Orq.ai
Sohrab Hosseini
Sohrab is the co-founder of Orq.ai. Orq.ai is based in Amsterdam and focused on building a Generative AI Collaboration Platform. The entire workflow to ideate, build, and operate Generative AI products is supported by domain experts and engineers. In previous roles, over the course of 18 years, he has built and operated engineering organizations as COO/CTO […]
CEO @ The Growth Agency
Eveline Smet
Eveline Smet, CEO and founder of The Growth Agency, heads a dynamic team dedicated to moving businesses forward through AI-enhanced growth marketing strategies. Her agency, known for its use of artificial intelligence, focuses on generating leads and driving revenue for European and Belgian clients such as Europ Assistance, Edenred, and the International School of Brussels. […]
Founder & Managing Director @ ROOVER GmbH
Robin Reuschel
Robin Reuschel is a trailblazer in the realms of artificial intelligence, the metaverse, and Web3. As an AI and metaverse native, Robin advises Fortune 500 companies on identifying strategic opportunities, developing innovative business models, and executing winning strategies within the AI, metaverse, and Web3 spaces. His expertise spans AI, NFTs, crypto, and beyond, making him […]
Creative Digital Strategist @ Starhaven // AI Specialist @ Loop Earplugs
Vince Buyssens
Vincent Buyssens is a creative digital strategist who expertly navigates the pathways of our digital society. As the country’s first Pokémon GO consultant and the leader of an international fan campaign to save a TV series, Vincent thrives at the intersection of technology and culture. Through his agency, Starhaven, Vincent empowers entrepreneurs and companies in […]
Founder @ ENDPoint / AI Expert & Data Consultant @ Keyrus
Evert Van Cauwenberg
Meet Evert Van Cauwenberg, a driven and passionate developer with attention to detail. When it comes to software development, he prefers maintainability, reliability, and performance. Creating software that provides additional value to the customers is his main motivation. To achieve this additional value, he first tries to define several possible scenarios. Afterwards, he writes the […]
Owner @ Chaomatic
Michael Humblet
Michael Humblet is obsessed with designing, building and scaling sales storylines and founder of Chaomatic and School of sales. He is the author of the most read sales books in the Benelux: Nobody Knows You and Why Now. Outside of this he has a massive following on LinkedIn and you can learn and see him in action on his Youtube […]
Co-Founder @ Imagin3 Studio
Dado Van Peteghem
Dado Van Peteghem is a seasoned innovation strategist and entrepreneur, making him a standout speaker for AI5050’s third edition. As a founding partner at Imagin3 Studio and co-founder of Social Seeder and Speakersbase, Dado excels in guiding organizations through digital transformation and strategic growth. With a degree in Communication & Computer Sciences from the University […]
AI5050 is your gateway to the future of AI in business. Here’s why you should join:
Expert insights: learn from over 40 leading AI experts
Cutting-edge knowledge: discover the latest AI advancements
Hands-on workshops: gain practical skills in interactive sessions
Networking: connect with innovators and AI enthusiasts
