2nd Day of Steward Ownership Belgium

On November 17, we bring together 200+ Belgian changemakers to discover and deepen their understanding of steward ownership and its rapid growth across the world.

It’s all about Rethinking Ownership and how to create companies that can be purpose-oriented and independent, by design … forever.

Program

Welcome and networking | 13:30 – 14:00

A Movement on the Rise | 14:00 – 15:30

- Rethinking Ownership: Why Now?
- Five Cases Leading the Way—from Start-ups to Business Succession
- Steward Capital: Financing Businesses for the Long Term

Parallel sessions | 16:00 – 17:00

1. The Start-up momentum and how to fund them
2. The future of SME's? A tool for Business Succession
3. Micro & Macro perspectives. Economy & Research

Zoom-out and looking ahead | 17:00 - 17:30

What could steward ownership bring to the world?

Networking, Drinks & 3 Conversation Starters | 17:30-19:00

After the success of our 2025 launch event, we're bringing the community together again. Momentum around steward ownership is growing rapidly across Europe and beyond, with more companies, investors and policymakers exploring ownership models built for long-term purpose and independence.

On November 17, join entrepreneurs, investors, researchers and changemakers for a day of bold conversations, practical insights and meaningful connections.

We'll be diving deeper into the movement, sharing new stories from the field, and continuing the conversations that matter.

There will also be two small side events for investors and academics. Reach out to us if you want to know more.

This event is organised with the support of vdk.