The talent behind the scenes

Gilles has been shaping Brussels’ most iconic venues since 2008 — from Event Lounge and The EGG Brussels to Nine One, Mix Brussels, and Jeux d’Hiver. He launched Event Lounge, the city’s first fully equipped, ready‑to‑use venue, later making it CO₂‑neutral and Green Key certified. He revitalized The EGG Brussels, propelling it into Belgium’s Top 3 congress centers. Renowned for his vision, pragmatism, and operational mastery.

Alain Heureux is a Belgian entrepreneur specializing in innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship. Founder of several companies since 1984, he is notably the mastermind behind The EGG Brussels, an incubator dedicated to the creative industries.

Cédric Legein is a Belgian entrepreneur with a sense for artistic flair. He is a co-founder of Cook & Book, a high-concept space in Brussels where literature, design, and gastronomy come together, and one of the team behind The EGG Brussels.

Lionel Jadot is a Belgian designer and interior architect, known for his eclectic and sustainable approach to design.

Born into a family of craftsmen, he emphasizes upcycling and the use of reclaimed materials. Founder of Ateliers Zaventem, a creative hub in Brussels, he brings together a community of artisans around experimental projects.

Christophe Brochier is key figure in the Jeux d’Hiver story. After studying at the renowned La Cambre arts school, he developed a shrewd eye for aesthetics and design.

In his role in developing and managing the space, he has emphasised both attention to detail and a vision of timeless elegance. This approach has helped make Jeux d’Hiver one of Brussels’ most sought-after venues.

Jean-Luc Moerman was born in Brussels in 1967, and is known for his works blending urban art, tattoo culture, and pop culture.

His creations, characterized by organic patterns and fluid lines, explore themes of identity and transformation. Moerman has collaborated with prestigious brands and exhibited his works in galleries and museums around the world.

Co-founder of dside in 2001 and Managing Partner since 2004, Emmanuel transformed the company from an event agency into a 60-person group covering all aspects of events, meetings, and brand experience. Under his leadership, dside earned multiple Trends Gazelles nominations and achieved strong growth. Board member of The EGG Brussels, Autoworld, and ACC, he is also an entrepreneur involved in various startups. Passionate about venue management as a sustainable, job-creating driver for Brussels.

Management expert at dside since 2004, co-founder of Venues. Led financial strategy, business models, and acquisitions for venues including Event Lounge, The EGG Brussels, Jeux d’Hiver and Mix Brussels. Managed major partnerships, including Autoworld and a joint venture with Duvel Moortgat for a brewery museum in Antwerp.

Co‑founder of Dside Group with over 35 years’ experience in experiential marketing, live communication, and venue management. Has advised leading global brands for decades, helping establish Dside as a Belgian market leader.