ELLE Summit 2026

Ready to elevate your career, expand your network, and tap into powerful female empowerment? Mark Saturday, November 21 in your calendar: the ELLE Summit arrives in Brussels.

Formerly known as the ELLE Active Forum, the ELLE Summit is the go-to gathering for ambitious women ready to make their mark. Whether you run your own venture, are plotting a career pivot, stepping into leadership, or looking for renewed inspiration—this is your moment.

Join us for an action-packed afternoon filled with high-impact keynotes, interactive panel discussions, actionable masterclasses, and fresh insights designed to accelerate your personal and professional growth.

What to expect: A sneak peek

While the full schedule will be unveiled soon, here is an exclusive preview of what awaits:

• Power Dressing | Exclusive Masterclass ‘Women in Business’ by La Samaritaine What you wear shapes how you feel and perform. Learn how the right professional wardrobe can instantly elevate your presence and boost your confidence during defining career moments.
• Workplace Inclusivity with Hanan Challouki Discover concrete, actionable strategies for building work cultures where diversity thrives and every individual has the opportunity to shine.
• Invest in Yourself | Financial Independence with Bolero Take charge of your financial future. We demystify investing, wealth building, and financial autonomy with the experts at Bolero.
• Longevity & Wellbeing | Guidance from a Lancôme Expert Success is rewarding, but sustained energy and health are non-negotiable. Gain evidence-based insights on staying mentally and physically resilient over the long haul.
• Inspiring Founders Q&A | Nouné Muradyan (Rish) & Virginie Morobé (Morobé) Two top entrepreneurs speak candidly about resilience, charting their own course, and the real secrets behind scaling successful brands.

Sparkling Networking Reception & Women Start Pitch

We wrap up the afternoon with a celebratory cocktail reception. It’s the ultimate chance to connect with like-minded professionals, exchange ideas, and be the first to discover who takes home the trophy at the Women Start Pitch.

Practical Information

• Date: Saturday, November 21
• Time: Afternoon program followed by an evening networking reception
• Venue: Mix Brussels
• Language: English

What’s included in your ticket:

• Full access to all keynotes, masterclasses, and panels
• Access to the Women Start Pitch competition finale
• Complimentary drinks during the networking reception and during the Summit
• The opportunity to connect directly with leading founders, industry experts, and peers