Québec × Walloon Brabant
Connecting innovation ecosystems. Creating business opportunities.
What happens when two thriving tech ecosystems come together?
In partnership with Le CAMP—Québec's leading innovation hub supporting high-growth technology startups—The POD is delighted to welcome a delegation of Québec tech companies to Walloon Brabant for a full day dedicated to collaboration, knowledge sharing and business opportunities.
The morning will introduce both ecosystems through presentations and two parallel sessions. While Québec companies pitch their expertise, European ambitions and partnership opportunities, Walloon companies interested in expanding to Québec can join a practical session covering market insights, support programmes, business culture and first-hand experience from companies already active in Québec. (The participating Québec companies will be announced soon !)
The afternoon is all about making the right connections. Through curated Business Exchange Sessions organised in small groups around specific industries and areas of expertise, participants will meet the people most relevant to their ambitions—whether they're looking for technology partners, research collaborations or new business opportunities. The day will conclude with an inspiring keynote and a Garden Party open to the wider The POD community.
Who should attend?
Tech founders & executives
Digital and software companies
Innovation leaders
Companies interested in expanding to Québec
Researchers & universities
Innovation ecosystem partners
Agenda
09:00 – 09:30 | Welcome breakfast & networking
09:30 – 11:00 | Discovering Walloon Brabant's innovation ecosystem
11:00 – 12:30 | Two parallel sessions
Québec Company Pitches (participating companies to be announced soon)
Expanding to Québec: Successfully Establishing Your Business
12:30 – 14:00 | Lunch & networking
14:00 – 18:00 | Curated Business Exchange Sessions (small-group discussions organised by industry and expertise)
18:00 | Closing keynote
18:30 onwards | Garden Party & networking