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Securing Tomorrow. Now.

Security is back on top, in society... and in business. | Skyhall Brussels Airport - English

Explore today's pressing security challenges.

New technologies finding their way into our companies, changing geopolitical dynamics, economic and regulatory developments,... Security is easily taken for granted, but seriously missed when it fails. So in this changing world, let’s explore together: how do we protect what truly matters?

For whom?

This event is tailored to:

  • Business leaders from SMEs and large companies
  • Security experts and IT professionals
  • Policymakers
  • Academics
  • Ambitious young professionals

Key takeaways 

During the course of the day, you will:

  • Gain insights on cybersecurity, AI integration, and zero trust strategies
  • Learn practical solutions for infrastructure protection and supply chain security
  • Discover ways to embed resilience in teams and technology
  • Network with industry leaders and policymakers

Programme 

This Sirris-Agoria event will cover a broad range of crucial security topics, from cybersecurity and AI-driven defense to physical security and economic & regulatory stability. We'll explore how to integrate AI securely into business operations, implement zero-trust strategies, strengthen infrastructure security, manage access effectively, and protect supply chains.

15:30

WELCOME

15:30 - 18:30

TECH FAIR

16:00

THE SECURITY PLAYGROUND – HANDS-ON EXPERTISE

Create your own experience with a dynamic mix of sofa talks, testimonials, Q&As, pitching sessions, and more, all on two stages powered by expert speakers. In between, explore cutting-edge tech solutions and real-world use cases in a Tech Fair setting, helping your company tackle today's and tomorrow's security challenges.

This is your chance to connect directly with the experts driving Belgium's strong digital and defense industries.

Geopolitical challenges & Economic resilience
Data & Cybersecurity
Guillaume de La Brosse, Head of Unit - Defence Industrial Policy, European CommissionPeter Bream, Chairman, CyberSec Mgt
Jorien Decroos, Director, Head of Security Strategy & Advisory, Approach
Cind Du Bois, Full Professor, Royal Military AcademyPhedra Clouner, Deputy Director General, Centre for Cybersecurity Belgium (CCB)
A representative of UmicoreSebastien Deleersnijden, Co-founder & COO, Thoreon
Damien Levie, Head of "Tech & Security, FDI Screening" Unit, DG TRADE, European CommissionYvan De Mesmaeker, Secretary General, European Corporate Security Association (ECSA)
Michel Van Strythem, Commander of the Belgian Cyber Command
Jan Sonck, Quantum Technology Lead, ProximusSoultana Ellinidou, Communication Systems & Technologies Engineer, ESA
Hendrik-Jan Van Der Gucht, Managing Director, SkeyDroneNoëmie Honoré, Director, Wavestone
Vanessa Lewis, Vice President of Recruitment, Starion Group
 Eric Van Cangh, Senior Business Group Leader Digital, Agoria
Ludwig De Locht, Senior Project Manager Software Engineering & ICT, Sirris

Details & more speakers will be announced soon.

18:00

WELCOME PLENARY SESSION

18:30

PLENARY SESSION

Keynote speaker - Jen Easterly, Former Director of the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency

Panel discussion moderated by Kathleen Cools

With:

Catherine De Bolle, Executive Director, Europol
Benoit Deper, CEO, AEROSPACELAB
Inge Schildermans, Group Technology & Innovation Officer and SVP Energy Transition, Bekaert
More panelists to be announced

Closing by Theo Francken, Belgian Minister of Defence and Foreign Trade

 

19:45

NETWORKING DINNER

19:45 - 22:00

TECH FAIR

TECH FAIR

The Tech Fair is part of the Security Playground, where you can explore a series of interactive booths at your own pace, discovering real-world use cases and engaging directly with innovative tech companies showcasing them.

Opening hours: 15:30 - 18:30 & 19:45 - 22:00

We are working on a great selection of use cases for you, and we will share them with you soon.

‘Securing Tomorrow. Now.’ has much to offer:

A series of expert talks on two stages, a Trade Fair featuring real ‘security use cases,’ a plenary session with a keynote from Jen Easterly, Former Director of the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, a panel discussion, as well as a closing keynote by Theo Francken, Minister of Defence, in charge of Foreign Trade.

Check out the full programme

 

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Date

04 June 2025 | 14:00 - 23:00

Location

Skyhall Brussels Airport
Leopoldlaan
1930 Zaventem
Belgium

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Price

Participation to the event is included in the Agoria/Sirris membership. If you are not a member of Agoria and/or Sirris, the participation fee is 125 € (excluding VAT).

Language

English

Status

Closed

Contact person

For all practical information, information on invoicing, location etc of this event, please contact our event manager 

adres events@sirris.be

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Date

04 June 2025 | 14:00 - 23:00

Location

Skyhall Brussels Airport
Leopoldlaan
1930 Zaventem
Belgium

Google maps

Price

Participation to the event is included in the Agoria/Sirris membership. If you are not a member of Agoria and/or Sirris, the participation fee is 125 € (excluding VAT).

Language

English

Status

Closed