Ease into the Impact Circle experience with an informal opening designed for meaningful introductions, set to a curated soundtrack.
Keynotes, panels and workshops – subject to change; exact timings will follow.
4:00 - 5:30 Workshop: How to ensure financial valuations properly reflect ESG risks and opportunities - and the role of citizens and corporates in driving this.
Simon Weaver - Global Head of ESG KPMG
Heiko von der Gracht - KPMG Innovation partner
Yann Dekeyser - KPMG transactions partner
Stuart Askew - Senior Director Global Fabric & Home Care Open Innovation P&G
Other panellists will follow soon...
Objective: To come up with some innovative solutions on the role i) citizens can play in influencing corporations; and ii) corporations can play influencing citizens, in ensuring ESG risks and opportunities are better reflected in financial valuations
Session highlights: The session will be focused around 3 key questions.
How can you, as a corporation, influence the behaviors of your customers and broader citizens
How can you, as a citizen, influence the behaviors of the companies you buy from, and broader corporations
What should be left to government to resolve through policy changes?
Expected Outcomes
New ideas and next steps on the role Corporates can play in influencing customer and broader citizen behavior
New ideas and next steps on the role Citizens can play in influencing Corporates
1:00 - 1:10 | Opening presentation by Michiel Scheffer – President of the Board, European Innovation Council (EIC)
1:10 - 1:25 | Reverse Pitch: Presentation of Open Innovation processes in P&G, Coca Cola, Ab InBev & EIC, introducing the purpose of the event and how to work with them
Molun Zhang, Coca Cola
Andre Convents, P&G
Esteban Martinez, AB InBev
1:25 - 1:30 | Speech: How to work with corporations to grow by Yousef Yousef - Member of the EIC Board. CEO LG Sonic
1:30 - 1:35 | Family photo
1:35 - 2:50 | 1st part Pitch Session: Novel actives fermentation, renewable materials and packaging solutions. With reverse pitch from P&G and EIC Awardee startups
AQUAPORIN AS
AC3GEL, LDA.
BIOWEG UG
CH-BIOFORCE OY
CO2BIOCLEAN GMBH
NOPALM
INGREDIENTS BV
Oxylum
PHLAIR GMBH
SKYTREE B.V.
SOLMEGIA
MONOPROSOPI I.K.E.
VCG.AI GMBH
1:40 - 3:10 | Breakout 1 - Workshop: Irresistible user experiences.
Consumer modelling and introduction current practices + needs (P&G, Coca-Cola. ABInbev)
Capability pitching, informal exchange and Q&A​
1:40 - 4:00 | Breakout 2 - Workshop: Co-bots, autonomous robotics and AI with robotics.
Needs sharing P&G R&D and Logistics
Startup and Project/expert pitches
Informal Q&A
2:50 - 3:00 | Break
3:00 - 5:20 | Breakout 3 - Workshop: Sustainable making and ingredients workshop​
Introduction of current practices + needs 
(P&G. Coca- Cola & ABInbev)
Stuart Askew P&G needs
Capability pitching, informal exchange and Q&A​
3:00 - 3:50 | 2nd part Pitch Session: Novel actives fermentation, renewable materials and packaging solutions. With reverse pitch from P&G, Coca Cola, Ab InBev
FYCH TECHNOLOGIES SL
IONKRAFT GMBH
LAM ON
LIGNEASY OY
Notpla Limited
Pack2Earth, S.L.
RAIKU PACKAGING OU
Sensoneo, j.s.a.
TERABEE
3:20 - 4:15 | Breakout 4 - Workshop: Behavioral learning​
Capability pitching, informal exchange and Q&A​
3:50 - 4:00 | Break
4:00 - 4:50 | 1st part Pitch Session: Production & Manufacturing optimization. With reverse pitch from P&G, Coca Cola, Ab InBev
Brite Hellas SA
CHEMOMETRIC BRAIN SL
CONSTELLR GMBH
GOLANA COMPUTING
HYDRO VOLTA
IFLUX NV
INGENIOUS MEMBRANES S.L.
INPHOCAL BV
IRIS AI AS
KRAFTBLOCK GMBH
4:50 - 5:00 | Break
5:00 - 5:40 | 2nd part Pitch Session: Production & Manufacturing optimization
LAVA ENERGY LTD
Nature Robots GmbH
NOVOLYZE
ORE ENERGY BV
SCANTRUST BV
Shayp SA
Silicate Carbon Limited
TiHive
5:40 - 6:10 | Closing of the pitching session: Information of arrangements for the 24th and matchmaking
1:30 - 2:50 | Plenary Warm-up
Keynote: Circular solutions from a system perspective, the Antwerp model – Dirk Nelen, VITO, BE
Keynote: The circular valley initiative, Carsten Gerhard, Circular Valley
Keynote: Event outcomes of “co-creating a sustainable industrial future” Marcia de Troyer, EFESO
Keynote: Circularity from a company perspective, Dorota Pawlucka, Covestro
2:50 - 3:30 | Co-creation Tables:
Innovative circular solutions: Challenger Covestro
Connecting infrastructure : Challenger Bellona
Transregional interactions: Challenger Circular Valley
3:30 - 4:00 | Break
4:40 - 5:30 | Plenary Cool-down: Plenary Cool-down with Port of Antwerp, Chemelot, Bellona, Indaver, …
5:30 | Closing
11:00 - 12:30 | Welcome brunch‍
12:30 - 1:00 | 2 Keynotes:
Value creation by Impact standards for real estate, Karin Berthelmes-Wehr, Institute for Corporate Governance
Impact and its challenges for large real estate investors, Grigor Hadjiev, Pimco Prime Real Estate
1:00 - 2:30 | Pitches for challenges first session:
The start of any real estate project, the selection of the site, the investment and financing phaseÂ
New financing modelsÂ
Technologies enabling a better decision making in where to build, how to buildÂ
New investment modelsÂ
Technologies assisting in integrating Impact factors and Sustainability requirements from the conception phaseÂ
The design of the buildings, the execution of the construction works, up to the handover of the buildingsÂ
Technologies enabling faster and more accurate designs, using AIÂ
Solutions reducing costs during the construction processÂ
Technologies allowing to build faster and more accurateÂ
Commercialization of buildings: bringing the building to the market and prepare and execute transactionsÂ
Solutions bringing the asset faster to the marketÂ
Technologies enabling faster and more secure transactionsÂ
Solutions reducing the costs of commercializationÂ
Technologies automating the valuation of assetsÂ
Commercialization of buildings: bringing the building to the market and prepare and execute transactionsÂ
Technologies assisting in data capturing, or ESG reporting or increasing the sustainable impactÂ
Solutions enhancing cybersecurity capabilitiesÂ
Technologies for CO2 capture and storageÂ
2:30 - 2:50 | Break‍
2:50 - 3:20 | 2 Keynotes:
How to look for investment to scale your company: practical advice from a successful business creator turned VC/PE investor, Hans Kluwer, Capital Partners
The future of Climate Tech investing, Gregory Dewerpe, NOA vc
3:20 - 4:20 | Pitches for challenges second session:
New technology, or service (access controls, air quality monitoring, community management solutions) impacting the end-user experience.Â
Solutions for access controls and securityÂ
Solutions for air quality monitoringÂ
Community management solutionsÂ
Solutions for an inclusive living and working environmentÂ
Technologies in the field of energy / energy storage; new materials for construction
Solutions reducing the use of energy and materialsÂ
Solutions enabling the reuse of materials (such as car batteries) or brand new materialsÂ
New materials such as the ones used in CO2 absorbing stones, wallsÂ
Technologies providing CO2 reductions or mitigating GHG emissionsÂ
Integration of space-enabled technologies into business applications and services
Solutions to monitor GhG emissions of assetsÂ
Solutions enabling material analysis of a building via satellitesÂ
Technologies to detect areas of building risksÂ
Technologies to prevent flooding or firesÂ
4:20 - 5:15 | Co-creation tables:
Innovative solutions for “beyond the lifecycle” (materials, energy,…)
Solutions to design and build/renovate faster and more accurate
Solutions for CO2 reduction, CO2 capture and storage (office, logistics, industry, health,…)
Solutions assisting in data capturing, or ESG reporting or increasing the sustainable impactÂ
Solutions enabling faster and more secure transactions and automated valuation
Solutions for improved living conditions and affordable housing
5:15 - 5:45 | Wrap-up session: What did we learn today with Dirk Paelinck?
5:45 | EIC Dealflow Session: Opportunities
EIC Dealflow Session: Closing announcements
(The 5 companies that performed best on the challenges will present at the Rose Garden on July 24th)
1:00 - 3:00 | AI & Automation: How can you leverage AI in a smart, scalable, and strategic way to automate repetitive tasks, save time, and increase agility?
Keynote by  Koen Verstrepen - CTO Willow
Round Table & wrap-up session
3:00 - 4:00 | Forest walk and break
4:00 - 6:00 | Company Culture: A strong company culture is essential to running a healthy business.
Keynote by Ingrid De Clercq - CPO DeliverectÂ
Roundtable: discussion on skills, team structure, and talent strategy
Wrap-up session: sharing insights and key takeaways
Explore a vibrant food market while engaging in informal, high-value networking across circles.
7:30 - 8:10 | Round table: Presentation of the EIC Report: “Unlocking innovation through Corporate-Startup collaboration”
Vareska Van De Vrande, Professor of collaborative innovation and business venturing. Rotterdam school of management, Erasmus university.
Ana Casaca, Global Director of Innovation at Galp.
Victor Pacheco, Global Innovation Process Manager at HOLCIM.
Andre Convents, P&G Innovation.
Yousef Yousef, Member of the EIC Board. CEO LG Sonic.
8:10 - 9:15 | Keynotes & fireside chats
Simon Weaver, Global Head of ESG Advisory KPMG: How to ensure financial valuations properly reflect ESG risks and opportunities.
Bruno Vanwelsenaers, CEO of We Are One World / Tomorrowland: The Tomorrowland Story
Bindi KARIA, EIC Ambassador & Venture partner Molten Ventures: The VC Perspective on Corporate Venturing.
Annie LU, CEO and Co-Founder of H2Ok Innovations
9:15 - 9:30 | Fireside Chat & Closing: Highlights & Reflections with Michiel Scheffer, President of the Board of the European Innovation Council.
Wrap up the day with live piano music, drinks, and open networking in a relaxed atmosphere.
Fuel the day with good food and calm energy.
Shuttles operate throughout the day between the hotel and the Summit.
Shuttle service available all day
Impact Circle participants gain exclusive access to the full Love Tomorrow Summit experience—plus a range of tailored features designed to connect, inspire and accelerate.
Exclusive brunch and dinner buffet at Papillon
Continious matchmaking in Melodia matchmaking area and Ferris Wheel
On-stage sessions in the Rose Garden and Elixir of Life stages
The Impact Circle Finals
Tailored breakouts
Follow keynotes from top entrepreneurs like Steven Bartlett, David De Schutter, Nils MĂĽller, Bianca Cevola and many more. For full programme details, visit the Love Tomorrow Summit website.
Consumer Goods by AB-Inbev, Coca-Cola & P&G
Irresistible and sustainable user experiences @ Rose Garden
Proptech by EPA
Climate Tech for the Built World: 5 defining stories
Advisory by KPMG
Leading From Within: The Power of Intrapreneurship and Activism by Avery Johnstone @ Rose Garden
Entertainment by Lab of Tomorrow
The future of entertainment technology by Dries Smet @ Rose Garden
Tech & Innovation by Supernova @ Rose Garden
Proptech by EPA
ESG is out, Impact Investing is the future by Dirk Paelinck @ Rose Garden
Consumer Goods by AB-Inbev
To A Future With More Cheers by David de Schutter @ Freedom Stage
Cleantech by VITO
RESET SCIENCE by Inge Neven @ Freedom Stage
Corporate Affairs by GraydonCreditsafe
The gentle power of progress with Barbara Van Speybroek, Thierry Geerts, Peter Verhezen & Karla Basselier. Moderated by Hind Salhane @ Elixir.
This selection of highlights offers a preview of the sessions connected to The Impact Circle. Check out the Love Tomorrow Summit website for the full programme.
Fuel the day with good food and calm energy.
Step away for a while. Enjoy calm spaces and light wellness moments, entirely at your own pace.
Shuttles operate throughout the day between key locations.
Shuttles available throughout the day for all guests
An unforgettable finale at the world’s most iconic music festival.
Welcome Desk at the Main Entrance
All-inclusive food & drinks experience
Access to The Balcony with a premium view of the Tomorrowland Mainstage
Simon Weaver KPMG's Global Head of ESG Advisory. With over 15 years of experience at the Board level, Simon focuses on enabling companies to achieve their climate and broader ESG ambitions. Formerly an audit partner, he understands the financial implications of sustainability decisions and how to best embed sustainability thinking in to broader enterprise strategies. Simon helps major clients with their sustainability transformations - across strategic, reporting and technology lenses. He served as KPMG's representative on the TCFD and sat on the ISSB's technical reference group. Passionate about Sustainable value creation, he has worked with the WBCSD on creating a framework for helping companies build the business case for sustainability.
Bruno Vanwelsenaers is CEO of WEAREONE.world, the company behind the globally renowned Tomorrowland brand. He joined the organization in 2012 as International Director, where he played a pivotal role in launching Tomorrowland’s first global editions in the United States and Brazil. Since becoming CEO in 2022, Bruno has led the transformation of Tomorrowland from a leading music festival into a global entertainment company. With a background at Alpro and The Boston Consulting Group, he combines strategic expertise with a deep understanding of brand building and international growth.
Bindi is passionate about technology entrepreneurship and investing in the European innovation ecosystem. She advises and connects across four innovation pillars (Corporates, Startups, Venture Capitalists, Government) for commercial success. She has worked as a Strategy Consultant (PwC), at Microsoft Ventures, Trayport, and at Silicon Valley Bank. Recognized as a SuperConnector across Europe by GQ UK, the IoD, Wired and The Evening Standard, she is a long term Board Advisor and has served on the Boards of the EU European Innovation Council, Startup Europe, and the University of East London and was appointed by WEF to the Digital Leaders of Europe group. She is an investor and advisor, has sat on the AdBoard of a Venture Debt fund, a Venture Partner for Molten Ventures, and is currently Non-Exec Director on two FTSE 250 Boards: Zigup plc and Telecom Plus plc. Bindi is British born, raised in Alberta, Canada, her entire family is from Kenya, but London is home. Â
Michiel Scheffer, a Dutch national, has three decades of experience in business, academia and public policy. He is equipped with a wide network in the world of research and innovation and has a remarkable professional experience of more than 20 years in the field of innovation, including on breakthrough technologies, disruptive innovations, start-ups impact investment.

From June 1st 2023 he is the President of the Board of the European Innovation Council, appointed by the European Commission. He is a strong believer in technological progress and innovation and its transformative power for a better society and for new generations.
Ana Casaca has over 20 years of experience in innovation and technology transfer. She began her career in San Francisco as a researcher under a Fulbright and AICEP scholarship before transitioning into corporate entrepreneurship. Ana focuses on driving growth through technology, startups, and ecosystem development.
She holds a degree in Microbiology from the Portuguese Catholic University and an MBA from Porto Business School, where she is an Invited Professor. She is also an Invited Associate Professor at ISEG. Additionally, she serves as an Expert Evaluator for Portuguese and European R&D programs.
Andre Convents is a seasoned executive with over 30 years of international experience at Procter & Gamble, one of the top 25 companies by market capitalization globally. At P&G, he led global technology and innovation initiatives, managing strategic alliances and collaborations with universities, companies, and institutes. He spearheaded the open innovation program for a $20 billion business unit and co-founded the startup accelerator at P&G.
Recognised as an innovation expert, Andre serves on executive boards of industry associations and public-private partnerships. He co-founded three startups, guiding them from conception to exit, and participates in venture capital investment committees and the EIC jury.
Andre holds a PhD in brain research from the Vrije Universiteit Brussel and is the inventor or author of over 30 patents and peer-reviewed publications. He is also a valorization expert at the Center-4-Neurosciences.
With a passion for user-centric solutions rooted in deep tech breakthroughs, Andre has driven global culture change initiatives on organizational transformation and led new business initiatives and collaborations with SMEs.
Yousef Yousef is the Founder and CEO of LG Sonic, a global leader in green technology
innovation, transforming water quality management across 96 countries and positively
impacting over 50 million people. Under his leadership, LG Sonic has reduced chemical
dependency in sectors such as water utilities and nuclear plants, setting a benchmark for
scalable and sustainable solutions. The company is also actively supporting multiple
governments in building large-scale water infrastructure projects, contributing to long-term
water security and environmental sustainability.
Recognised as an innovation expert, Andre serves on executive boards of industry associations and public-private partnerships. He co-founded three startups, guiding them from conception to exit, and participates in venture capital investment committees and the EIC jury.
Andre holds a PhD in brain research from the Vrije Universiteit Brussel and is the inventor or author of over 30 patents and peer-reviewed publications. He is also a valorization expert at the Center-4-Neurosciences.
With a passion for user-centric solutions rooted in deep tech breakthroughs, Andre has driven global culture change initiatives on organizational transformation and led new business initiatives and collaborations with SMEs.
Vareska van de Vrande is Professor of Collaborative Innovation and Business Venturing at Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University. Vareska joined RSM in 2007 after completing a PhD in Industrial Engineering and Management Science at the Eindhoven University of Technology. Her expertise focuses on the areas of corporate venturing and collaborative innovation, including external technology sourcing, corporate venture capital investments, strategic alliances, and corporate-startup collaboration. Other research interests include (corporate) entrepreneurship, patents, and venture capital. She has published articles in leading academic journals, including the Strategic Management Journal, Research Policy, Journal of Operations Management, Strategic Entrepreneurship Journal, Journal of Product Innovation Management, IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management, and the Journal of Business Venturing. At RSM, Vareska teaches courses and modules in Strategic Management and Corporate Venturing at the graduate and post-experience level. Â
In addition, Vareska is a co-founder of the Corporate Venturing & Entrepreneurship Community, a platform that brings together academics and practitioners to exchange insights and best practices in the area of corporate venturing. She was also the co-founder and Academic Lead of Erasmus Enterprise (the incubator organization of Erasmus University), a member of the Supervisory Board of YES!Delft (the TU Delft incubator), and co-founder of two web-portals on open innovation (www.openinnovatie.nl  and www.openinnovation.eu ). Currently, she acts as a board member at Venture Café Rotterdam (part of the Cambridge Innovation Center).
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