Why and how and when to switch to European ICT
Tuesday Breakfast Ghent
June 16, 2026 (7h30-9h30 CET)
International breakfast meeting, organised by Tuesday Events, in cooperation with Boardio, Cronos Group, Faculty of Engineering and Architecture (Ghent University), ImpactBuilders Industry, Wellness Orbit.
Can we disconnect from the US?
As prime minister Bart De Wever phrased it: “If we can’t disconnect, we might become slaves of the US”. Okay. But, how realistic is it to switch to entirely European technology? And, what would be the main drivers that would motivate such a drastic change.
Invaluable information for business leaders
Three captains of industry will bring their vision on this important tech stack change, and show you their first endeavours in adopting Europe-first technology.
After each speaker, you will have the opportunity to exchange your vision with fellow business leaders.
Pascal Verdonck (Chairman Maria Middelares Hospital)
He understands the importance of owning ones own IT environment, and keeping it in Europe. He also values the care for patient data. Data of European citizens should never be used as currency with foreign suppliers.
Federico Pirola (Investment Manager ImpactBuilders European Technology Capital)
Has moved several businesses to European IT. Now his Swiss investment vehicle will invest in companies that are building part of the European tech stack. Ready for a more resilient Europe.
Who should attend
The events are targeted specifically to
- CEOs, COOs, board members, founders,
- supply and value chain managers,
- procurement leaders,
- sales directors, business developers, export managers
of mid-sized international industrial companies.
Why should you attend
- You will meet international colleagues facing similar challenges in different companies.
- You will get three inspiring keynotes in less than half an hour.
- Our stimulated networking will get you connected with three new business contacts.
- You will drive to the office before 10h and after the traffic jams.
- Our vetting process reduces the presence of consultants.
Practicalities
- Welcome at 7h30 (CEST)
- Start at 8h00 (CEST)
- Formal end of the event at 9h30 (CEST)
- Chat fade-out until 10h00 (CEST)
- Language: English
- Venue: Ghent University, Belgium
- Campus Technologiepark Zwijnaarde
- Participation: €95 (VAT excl.)
- Parking and breakfast included
Supported by
- Alumnivereniging van de Ingenieurs afgestuurd aan de Universiteit Gent
- Estonian Chamber of Commerce in Switzerland (ECCS)
- International Chambre of Commerce & Industry
- JCI Toompea
- Ukrainian Embassy in the Republic of Estonia
Sponsored by
- Concordia Mission Control Systems
- FunkyTime
- ImpactBuilders Studio
- Scanfor
- Flxion