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Women in Tech: Connect to Lead & Grow

Women in Tech: Connect to Lead & Grow is a full-day inspirational and interactive event co-organised by Agoria and the Institute for the equality of women and men, as part of the Equal+ project, aimed at strengthening women’s leadership in the technology sector.

Taking place on 23 June at Voco Brussels North, this event brings together women professionals from across the tech ecosystem for a unique day of workshops, keynote talks, and interesting networking opportunities.

For whom is this interesting?

Women active in the tech industry & partners

Why participate?

Designed as a space for learning, exchange and empowerment, Women in Tech: Connect to Lead & Grow encourages women to step into leadership positions, expand their networks, and unlock their full potential in an inclusive and supportive environment.

The event is fully aligned with the objectives of the Equal+ initiative, which seeks to remove barriers to women’s advancement in the technology sector.
 
Throughout the day, participants will:
  • Strengthen their leadership skills and self-confidence
  • Connect with inspiring role models and peers
  • Build useful relationships within the tech ecosystem
  • Engage with partners and organisations committed to gender equality in the tech sector
  • Gain practical insights to support their career development and growth


Programme

Participants are welcome to attend the entire programme or join selected sessions, depending on their availability.

Throughout the day, partners who actively support and empower women in tech will be available in the Partners Area to meet, exchange, and connect with participants.
 
 

Register here!

Programme

 

09:00 - 10:00

Welcome coffee ☕

 

10:00 - 11:00

Opening talks 

  • Babette De Decker, Co-founder Nemesis
  • Ilse Vanderlocht, CEO Vinçotte
  • Sylvie Shako, Partnerships & Partner Management Proximus
  • Valerie Gordenne, CEO & Co-founder Odix

11:00 - 12:30

Pitching Sessions & Workshops #1, choice between:

  • Partners Pitching Sessions
  • Public speaking, by Safia Kessas, Director Movie « Electrons libres, ces femmes de sciences qui changent nos vies », in French 
  • Public speaking, by Marc Lambotte, Founder TopSpeaker & former CEO Agoria, in Dutch
 

12:30 - 13:30

Lunch 

Networking & opportunity to visit the partners fair 

13:30 - 15:00

Pitching Sessions & Workshops #2, choice between: 

  • Partners Pitching Sessions
  • How can I navigate office politics? by Nathalie Delaere, Inclusive Leadership & Corporate Culture Advisory, in English
  • Lead from your strengths: self-leadership & growth mindset for Women in Tech, by Nawal Bendefa, founder UTP Coaching Solutions, in English

15:00 - 15:30

Break ☕

Networking & opportunity to visit the partners fair 

15:30 - 17:00

Pitching partners sessions & Workshops #3, choice between:

  • Partners Pitching Sessions
  • How to deal with micro agressions? by Claire Godding, Senior Expert Diversity, Inclusion & Societal Needs, Co-Chair Wo.Men in Finance, in English
  • How to leverage sponsorship to propel your tech career and leadership? by Helen Tubb, Leadership Advisor, Trainer & Speaker, in English

17:00 - 18:30

Wrap-up & closing drink

 

 

Lieu

Voco Brussels North, Indringingsweg 1, 1800 Vilvoorde