Grow & Connect: AI, Data & the Future of Leadership

Antwerp Management School

Get tickets now to our annual Grow &amp; Connect event: an exclusive afternoon of interactive learning and networking with industry experts.

Join us at Antwerp Management School for our annual executive event Grow &amp; Connect. This year, we offer sessions on themes such as intergenerational leadership, resilience towards future disruptions in business, women in STEM, data sharing and sustainable AI. This exclusive event brings together top industry experts, academics, and executives for an afternoon of insightful discussions, interactive workshops, and valuable networking opportunities. Program Overview:🍔12:00 – Power lunch: get a head start and a full stomachGet an early taste of summer 2025 with lunch a la fresca on our sunny terrace - connect, share, and enjoy meaningful conversations over freshly grilled streetfood favorites such as juicy burgers, stuffed flatbreads and grilled cheese (veggie options available).🗣️13:30 – Program Start: Keynotes &amp; Open Floor DebateHost: VRT journalist Riadh BahriKeynote Speakers:<ul><li><a href="https://www.tompalmaerts.com/" title="https://www.tompalmaerts.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Tom Palmaerts </a>– Trendwatcher &amp; Futurist. Keynote: Ready or not. The future is different</li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/fchombar/recent-activity/all/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/fchombar/recent-activity/all/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Françoise Chombar </a>– Chairwoman of Melexis and president of the STEM-Platform. Keynote: STEM-inism for Europe</li></ul>Engage in a thought-provoking debate on the future of leadership in the age of AI, data and diversity hosted by VRT news anchor <a href="https://nl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Riadh_Bahri" title="https://nl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Riadh_Bahri" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Riadh Bahri</a>.☕15:30 – Coffee &amp; Cake BreakTake a moment to reflect, recharge and connect with peers.👩‍🏫16:00 – Interactive Workshops (Attendants will choose one when purchasing ticket*)<ul><li>Managing an intergenerational workplace – <a href="https://www.antwerpmanagementschool.be/nl/faculty/kim-de-meulenaere" title="https://www.antwerpmanagementschool.be/nl/faculty/kim-de-meulenaere" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Prof. Dr. Kim De Meulenaere</a> (University of Antwerp) &amp; <a href="https://www.antwerpmanagementschool.be/nl/faculty/ans-de-vos" title="https://www.antwerpmanagementschool.be/nl/faculty/ans-de-vos" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Prof. Dr. Ans De Vos</a> (Antwerp Management School)</li><li>Sustainable AI – <a href="https://www.vaia.be/nl/experts/erik-mannens" title="https://www.vaia.be/nl/experts/erik-mannens" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Prof. Dr. Erik Mannens</a> (UAntwerpen &amp; UGent)</li><li>Data Sharing: Cracking the code of Europe’s Competitive Transition – <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingrid-croket-4587b3/?originalSubdomain=be" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingrid-croket-4587b3/?originalSubdomain=be" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Ingrid Croket</a> (AMS alumna, IMEC) and <a href="https://www.antwerpmanagementschool.be/nl/faculty/wouter-van-bockhaven" title="https://www.antwerpmanagementschool.be/nl/faculty/wouter-van-bockhaven" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Prof. Dr. Wouter Van Bockhaven</a> (Antwerp Management School)</li></ul>👏17:30 – Closing panel<a href="https://www.antwerpmanagementschool.be/nl/faculty/bart-cambr%C3%A9" title="https://www.antwerpmanagementschool.be/nl/faculty/bart-cambr%C3%A9" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Prof. Dr. Bart Cambré</a> will engage the workshop hosts and our guests – you - in a reflective discussion, summarizing key takeaways from the sessions.🍾18:00 – Networking Reception (Open Bar)Continue the conversation over drinks, expand your professional network, and exchange insights with like-minded professionals.🙋‍♀️19:00 – Event Conclusion Ticket Pricing (excl. ticketing fees)**:€220 (excl. vat) for AMS alumni€320 (excl. vat) for non-AlumniExclusive discount: €220 (excl. vat) per ticket for anyone who orders 5 tickets or moreStudents and staff can join at a special rate. Check our ticketing options for more info. Venue &amp; Accessibility:Antwerp Management School, Boogkeers 5, 2000 Antwerp Please note: No on-site parking available, but ample parking garages nearby. Closest parking garage is Interparking Oudaen. The venue is easily accessible via public transport. 🎟️ Secure your spot now! Limited tickets available.For any questions, please contact us at annebeth.bels@ams.ac.be.We look forward to welcoming you to this inspiring event! *depending on availability, we will do our very best to allocate all guests to their chosen workshop. First come, first served!** due to the change of payment policies, payments by invoice are no longer possible. An EventBrite invoice can be received after payment is made via one of the suggested options. To obtain the invoice, select ‘Register as business’, provide your correct invoice details and it will be sent together with an event ticketPayment via invoice is possible for group registrations (starting from 5 people from 1 company) OR tickets priced above €250. <h3>The Workshops:</h3>

<h3>👥 Managing an Intergenerational Workplace</h3>Create synergy across generations in the workplace.Today’s workforce spans multiple generations—each with its own values, expectations, and work styles. Navigating this diversity is key to building inclusive, high-performing teams.In this interactive session, Prof. Kim De Meulenaere (AMS) shares research-based insights into age diversity at work, including the challenges and strengths of multigenerational teams. Then, Prof. Ans De Vos (AMS) guides participants through a hands-on exercise to co-create actionable solutions for improving intergenerational collaboration.🔍 What you’ll gain:<ul><li>A deeper understanding of generational dynamics</li><li>Tools to reduce friction and foster collaboration</li><li>Strategies to turn age diversity into a competitive advantage</li></ul>

<h3>🤖🌱 AI &amp; Sustainability: A Hands-On Workshop for Forward-Thinking Professionals</h3>How can we design AI systems that are smart, responsible, and sustainable?While AI is transforming industries, many models are still inefficient, opaque, and environmentally unsustainable. This workshop explores how we can reimagine AI to better serve people, businesses, and the planet.Together, we’ll explore questions such as:<ul><li>How can AI learn more efficiently, like humans do?</li><li>How can it be more energy-conscious and transparent?</li><li>Can we design an AI Sustainability Score, much like the Nutri-Score for food?</li></ul>🔧 Led by Prof. Dr. Erik Mannens, this session combines real-world case studies from Flanders with collaborative discussion. Bring your own use cases and leave with concrete, responsible solutions.

<h3>🔗📊 Data Sharing: Transforming Business Strategies</h3>Leverage the power of data to unlock new value.In an increasingly connected world, data sharing is a critical enabler of innovation, efficiency, and cross-sector collaboration. But getting it right requires trust, infrastructure, and strategic insight.In this workshop, Prof. Wouter Van Bockhaven (AMS) and Ingrid Croket (imec) share compelling case studies from various industries, showing how smart data-sharing models can address complex challenges and spark new business opportunities.📈 You’ll walk away with:<ul><li>A clear view of how data sharing fuels growth</li><li>Strategies to implement data ecosystems in your own context</li><li>Lessons from successful initiatives across sectors</li></ul>

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