The Belgian Leadership Project

26/08/2026

📅 Your journey to BLP starts here.

Mark your calendars. Here’s everything you need to know to join the next Cohort.

👉 The application link goes live on September 1.

Head to our website for full details, and if you have any questions, the Board is here and happy to help.

We’ll also be hosting an online info session soon, so keep an eye out for details if you’d like to learn more before applying.

PS: Our Member Weekend will be taking place on October 17 & 18 where the new Cohort officially takes off! 🚀

22/08/2026

Looking back on an unforgettable second semester ✨

A whirlwind of sectors, institutions and perspectives: our Members experienced leadership in all its many forms this spring.

🇧🇪 A striking lecture with National Drug Commissioner Ine Van Wymersch on the criminal business models behind Belgium’s drug cartels

🤝 An evening on social dialogue with Pieter Timmermans and Monica De Jonghe of VBO-FEB and Gert Truyens of Synova, unpacking how Belgium’s economy really gets negotiated

🧠 A McKinsey workshop on leadership skills, mastering difficult conversations and effective feedback over a walking dinner

🇪🇺 An exclusive visit to the European Commission, with a tour of the Berlaymont and a presentation by Director-General Alberto de Gregorio on law and politics in the EU

💳 A high-tech evening at Mastercard’s cybersecurity center, followed by a reception with Alumni

🏛️ A member-led visit to the Belgian Federal Parliament and Senate, guided by honorary member Roel Deseyn through the halls where Belgium’s laws are made

⭐️ A panel debate with Marc Coucke (Alychlo), Rika Coppens (House of HR), Bruno Colmant (ex-Degroof Petercam) and Maarten Michielssens (EnergyVision), sharing their journeys, leadership lessons and industry forecasts

🎖️ A guided tour of the Royal Military Academy, with a leadership workshop and discussion alongside RMA students

🏡 A strategy deep-dive at Immoweb with founder Christophe Rousseaux and CEO Piet Derriks, capped off with a crack-the-case workshop

👑 A guided tour through the Royal Palace, closing the semester with a round table at the heart of Belgian institutions

Ten events, ten worlds, one relentless curiosity to understand how Belgium is really run. Here’s to carrying that forward! 👋

🇧🇪 A striking lecture with National Drug Commissioner Ine Van Wymersch on the criminal business models behind Belgium’s drug cartels

🤝 An evening on social dialogue with Pieter Timmermans and Monica De Jonghe of VBO-FEB and Gert Truyens of Synova, unpacking how Belgium’s economy really gets negotiated

🧠 A McKinsey workshop on leadership skills, mastering difficult conversations and effective feedback over a walking dinner

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18/08/2026

An unforgettable week for the Belgian Leadership Project in Switzerland 🇨🇭🇧🇪

Our Members spent five days diving into the heart of international diplomacy, finance, and innovation across Geneva, Lausanne, and Bern.

🔬 A guided tour of CERN, exploring the frontiers of scientific research

🌍 A visit to the World Economic Forum, discovering how global agendas take shape

🏦 An exclusive evening at Mirabaud Private Bank, with insights into wealth management and their private art collection

🇧🇪 A meeting at the Permanent Mission of Belgium to the UN, discussing our country’s role on the international stage

🤝 A private tour of the World Trade Organization

🕊️ A visit to the United Nations, Palais des Nations, home of the Human Rights Council

💎 A very Swiss surprise: an exclusive visit to Piaget

🏨 An inside look at luxury hospitality at The Woodward, Auberge Collection

🎓 A stop at EHL Hospitality Business School in Lausanne, one of the world’s leading institutions in the field

🇨🇭 A rich afternoon in Bern, between the Swiss Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Residence of the Belgian Ambassador

🚶‍♂️ All wrapped up with a guided tour of Geneva, taking in the city’s history and charm

Beyond the visits and the views, it was the friendships forged and the late-night conversations that made this trip unforgettable.

🔬 A guided tour of CERN, exploring the frontiers of scientific research

🌍 A visit to the World Economic Forum, discovering how global agendas take shape

🏦 An exclusive evening at Mirabaud Private Bank, with insights into wealth management and their private art collection

🇧🇪 A meeting at the Permanent Mission of Belgium to the UN, discussing our country’s role on the international stage

🤝 A private tour of the World Trade Organization

🕊️ A visit to the United Nations, Palais des Nations, home of the Human Rights Council

💎 A very Swiss surprise: an exclusive visit to Piaget

🏨 An inside look at luxury hospitality at The Woodward, Auberge Collection

🎓 A stop at EHL Hospitality Business School in Lausanne, one of the world’s leading institutions in the field

🇨🇭 A rich afternoon in Bern, between the Swiss Ministry of Foreign

14/08/2026

Looking back at an incredible first semester ✨

From boardrooms to ministerial cabinets, our Members had the chance to learn, connect, and grow through a truly diverse set of experiences:

🚀 A crack-the-case workshop with McKinsey & Company, diving into real consulting challenges

🌌 An inspiring evening at TheMerode with physicist Thomas Hertog on the Einstein Telescope

🇧🇪 Behind-the-scenes visits to the cabinets of Ministers Anneleen Van Bossuyt and Theo Francken, exploring migration policy, defence, and the daily realities of political life

⚡️ A hands-on M&A masterclass with Degroof Petercam, from valuation to negotiation

🎨 A VIP tour at Art Antwerp, closing out the semester with a dive into the contemporary art scene

Grateful for every conversation, connection, and lesson along the way. Here’s to an even more inspiring semester ahead!

11/08/2026

Memories from last year’s Member Weekend, October 2025 🇧🇪

Every BLP year kicks off the same way: a Member Weekend that brings the new cohort together in a beautiful setting somewhere in Belgium. It’s where our Members get to know each other, dive into hands-on workshops, and connect with BLP Alumni.

A definite highlight from last year’s edition? A visit to the iconic Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps, topped off with a keynote from Melchior Wathelet Jr., President of the Board of the Circuit and of the Belgian Grand Prix.

Curious what next year has in store? Pre-register now and join us soon! The application procedure kicks off in September 🚀

03/08/2026

✨ Meet the Board of 2026–2027 ✨

We are delighted to introduce the BLP Board for 2026–2027! 🤩🇧🇪

With a shared ambition this team is ready to build a year full of opportunities, lasting connections and growth.

Interested in becoming part of our next chapter? Pre-registrations are open until 23 August.

Questions? Don’t hesitate to reach out to any of our Board Members.

06/10/2025

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28/08/2025

Strengthening our partnership with McKinsey & Company 🚀

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25/08/2025

✨ Exciting news! ✨

Applications for the 2025–2026 BLP cohort are officially OPEN!! 🚀

Be part of a vibrant community of students from various disciplines and all across Belgium, and kickstart a journey that fuels both your personal and professional growth!

Apply now via link in bio!

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