The event creators are working on an exciting line-up for 2025. More info will follow soon!
Wednesday October 8, 2025
17h30-19h00
Reception
Doors open and opening reception
Start your gala evening with delicious appetizers. Get to know the partners of HRtech & LearnTech and make your connection.
19h00-19h30
Mainstage
Awards
We reveal the winner of the HRtech/LearnTech awards 2025. The award ceremony will present the best Belgian HRtech team, L&D project and HRtech start-up of the year.
19h30-20h15
Central square
Enjoy a tasty dinner starter.
20h15-21h00
Mainstage
Keynote Ann Caluwaerts – AI Won’t Fail — But Leadership Might
Ann Caluwaerts
AI Won’t Fail – But Leadership Might
Ann Caluwaerts brings over 35 years of leadership experience across Business & Innovation, HR, Strategy, Communications, Corporate Affairs, and Transformation. She has held executive roles at Telenet and BT, serving as a member of their executive teams. Ann currently holds board mandates at Imec, Cofinimmo and Bpost, and serves on the advisory board of the Flemish government for Innovation as well as the STEM Platform. Renowned for her combination of technological expertise and human-centric leadership, she is widely recognized as a purpose-driven leader.
Ann holds a Master’s degree in Electronic Engineering from KU Leuven and has completed executive education programs at institutions such as INSEAD, Columbia University, and London Business School. She is also a guest lecturer at VUB and Vlerick Business School and mentors several emerging leaders.
AI Won’t Fail – But Leadership Might
AI is a big opportunity for businesses, yet 75% of all AI projects are failing according to the latest research. It is not the tech which is failing however, it is a leadership challenge.
Ann Caluwaerts takes the audience on a journey allowing them to discover first hand the opportunities & challenges business leaders face in this new AI world.
She makes a strong case for authentic, trustworthy and empathic leaders with a growth mindset who create a safe environment for their teams ensuring AI workers and employees can work effectively side by side.
She illustrates this with insights into her own leadership journey and shares tips for leaders as to increase their leadership impact into this new AI world.
Ann Caluwaerts
Ann Caluwaerts brings over 35 years of leadership experience across Business & Innovation, HR, Strategy, Communications, Corporate Affairs, and Transformation. She has held executive roles at Telenet and BT, serving as a member of their executive teams. Ann currently holds board mandates at Imec, Cofinimmo and Bpost, and serves on the advisory board of the Flemish government for Innovation as well as the STEM Platform. Renowned for her combination of technological expertise and human-centric leadership, she is widely recognized as a purpose-driven leader.
21h00-22h00
Mainstage
Gala dinner
Submerge your guests in a unique setting for an exclusive (private) dinner.
22h00-22h30
Central square
Enjoy an amazing walking dessert.
22h30-00h00
Sapphire
Late night bar in Sapphire House.
Thursday October 9, 2025
08h00-10h00
Central square
Doors open and registration
Start the day with an easy breakfast and good company. Get to know the partners of HRtech, share a cup of coffee and make your connection.
09h00-09h45
Mainstage
Awakening with Saartje Vandendriessche – Feel Your Life Energy Flow Again!
Get an energetic reset — and be fully ready for HRtech inspiration.
We warmly invite you to a unique Awakening Session, where together we’ll reignite your inner fire. No fluff, no floaty stuff, just deep body awareness, vital life force, and pure, tangible energy.
We start slow. Gentle. With an energy meditation that draws you inward, away from the noise of the day.
Then, step by step, we build up the energy with a powerful blend of:
• Energetic exercises – to wake up your body
• Kundalini practices – to activate your life force
• Tapping techniques – to release blockages and open energy pathways
You’ll be ready to start your day with an open body, a radiant heart, and a fully charged inner battery.
10h00-10h10
Mainstage
Welcome by host Dorien Leyers
Dorien Leyers
Growing up surrounded by music and live entertainment, Dorien Leyers has always felt at ease both on stage and behind the scenes. Despite this creative environment, she pursued a strong academic path, studying culture and languages, which led her to the city archives of Valladolid, Spain, where she completed a degree in History in 2004.
The combination of these diverse worlds has shaped her into the professional she is today. Since 2006, she has worked as an event manager, organizing events for brands such as Nespresso, Club Med, Google, Pfizer, and NN Insurance Belgium. Over the past fifteen years, she has remained closely connected to life on stage, regularly hosting and moderating (inter)national events for clients including Volvo, Nike, EY, Orange, BNP Paribas Fortis, the European Commission, and many others—in Dutch, French, English, and Spanish.
Dorien Leyers
Growing up surrounded by music and live entertainment, Dorien Leyers has always felt at ease both on stage and behind the scenes. Despite this creative environment, she pursued a strong academic path, studying culture and languages, which led her to the city archives of Valladolid, Spain, where she completed a degree in History in 2004.
10h10-10h50
Mainstage
Keynote Helene Guillaume
Helene Guillaume
“The Gift of Now: HR’s Moment to Shape AI Sovereignty”
Helene is the founder and CEO of award winning Wild.AI company. She is also the host of the Wild Performance Podcast, an international keynote speaker, interviewed in publications like Forbes, Refinery29, or Fortune Magazine.
She passionately speaks about disrupting the gender status quo in research and technology, about overcoming setbacks, AI, and managing a fulfilling, sporty, and adventurous life.
We missed the cloud boat—here’s why AI is different
20 years ago, Europe missed the cloud revolution. AWS, Google, and Microsoft now control the infrastructure we depend on. But AI is different. It’s our second chance at sovereignty.
When we look back from 2029, will HR have won the AI revolution? The evidence shows we have agency: AI can either replace people or increase human dignity at work. But this three-year window won’t last.
This keynote explores the strategic imperative of AI sovereignty and provides practical tools for HR leaders to upskill teams, choose the right solutions, and ensure technology serves humanity.
This is the gift of now. HR holds the cards.
Helene Guillaume
Helene is the founder and CEO of award winning Wild.AI company.
She is also the host of the Wild Performance Podcast, an international keynote speaker, interviewed in publications like Forbes, Refinery29, or Fortune Magazine.
She passionately speaks about disrupting the gender status quo in research and technology, about overcoming setbacks, AI, and managing a fulfilling, sporty, and adventurous life.
“The Gift of Now: HR’s Moment to Shape AI Sovereignty” We missed the cloud boat here’s why AI is different.
10h50-11h25
Mainstage
Keynote Marc Ramos – AI’s Impact on HR: Three Horizons
Marc Ramos
Marc Ramos is a recognized leader in learning strategy and innovation, most recently serving as the Global Head of Learning Strategy and Innovation at ServiceNow, where he led AI-driven transformation in learning and development.
With over 25 years of global experience, he has worked with organizations such as Google, Microsoft, Accenture, Novartis, Oracle, and Red Hat.
He previously served as Chief Learning Officer at Cornerstone and led global learning strategy, technology, and innovation at Novartis.
At Google, he built the central Global Learning Design function, led Consumer Operations training for 3.2 billion users, and developed education programs for educators using Google tools.
His teams have earned multiple awards, including ATD BEST, Best Learning Culture, and LinkedIn’s Employee Engagement Champion.
Marc has been published in the Harvard Business Review on AI and GenAI for L&D, and advises EdTech startups, venture capital, and private equity firms.
He studied at UC Berkeley, Cambridge, and MIT, and is currently a Fellow at Harvard’s Learning Innovation Lab.
AI’s Impact on HR: Three Horizons
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing industries, and human resources (HR) is no exception.
As organizations strive for efficiency and innovation, AI is increasingly adopted to streamline processes, enhance decision-making, and create more personalized employee experiences.
This discussion explores three perspectives summarizing where we are, where we may be headed as a profession, and multiple caveats and considerations to explore along the way.
Marc Ramos
Marc Ramos is a recognized leader in learning strategy and innovation, most recently serving as the Global Head of Learning Strategy and Innovation at ServiceNow, where he led AI-driven transformation in learning and development.
At Google, he built the central Global Learning Design function, led Consumer Operations training for 3.2 billion users, and developed education programs for educators using Google tools.
His teams have earned multiple awards, including ATD BEST, Best Learning Culture, and LinkedIn’s Employee Engagement Champion.
11h25-12h00
Mainstage
Case – Loop Earplugs – How Loop stopped talking about AI and started doing
Everyone is talking about AI. Few are actually doing something with it. At Loop Earplugs, we decided to skip the endless discussions and just start.
In this keynote, Bas Moeyaert shares what happened when a fast-growing scale-up brought AI into performance, learning, and growth. You’ll hear the messy first steps, the small wins that built momentum, and the painful lessons along the way.
Expect a candid look at tools, workflows and real examples. From mapping opportunities to building AI agents. No hype. Just practice, progress and our problems on the table.
12h00-13h30
Sapphire
Lunch & Learn
Enjoy a private lunch and connect about a hot topic.
12h00-14h00
Central square
Walking lunch
Walking lunch
13h30-16h30
Breakout rooms
Breakout sessions and startup pitches
Discover exciting tech talks in our breakout rooms and startup pitching room.
12h40-16h30
Central Square
Podcast recordings with Xavier Taveirne
Xavier Taveirne
Podcast recordings with Xavier Taveirne
Xavier Taveirne is a journalist with 20 years of experience under his belt. He was a news anchor for public broadcaster VRT, both on radio and television. Now he’s the face of the leading Belgian consumer platform WinWin, with outlets on radio, tv and online.
Host Xavier Taveirne interviews our partners on the latest HRtech trends and innovations. Step up to our glass studio and catch the conversation in real time through the windows, feeling the energy firsthand.
Xavier Taveirne
Host Xavier Taveirne interviews our partners on the latest HRtech trends and innovations. Step up to our glass studio and catch the conversation in real time through the windows, feeling the energy firsthand.
16h35-17h05
Mainstage
Closing act – Cocktailworkshop with Hannah Van Ongevalle
Hannah Van Ongevalle
We’re thrilled to have Hannah Van Ongevalle as the closing act of HRTech!
Hannah is one of Belgium’s most renowned cocktail creatives, an award-winning bartender, hospitality consultant, and founder of several successful cocktail ventures including The Pharmacy, Tipsy Cake, and Cocktail Maison. With a passion for storytelling through taste, she brings a unique blend of creativity, experience, and flair to every event she touches.
At HRTech, Hannah will surprise us with a signature HRTech cocktail, crafted exclusively for the occasion, complete with a story that ties flavour to the future of work.
Expect a drink that’s not only delicious but meaningful, as we raise our glasses to innovation, connection and a day well spent.
Hannah Van Ongevalle
We’re thrilled to have Hannah Van Ongevalle as the closing act of HRTech! Hannah is one of Belgium’s most renowned cocktail creatives, an award-winning bartender, hospitality consultant, and founder of several successful cocktail ventures including The Pharmacy, Tipsy Cake, and Cocktail Maison. With a passion for storytelling through taste, she brings a unique blend of creativity, experience, and flair to every event she touches.
17h05-18h30
Central square
Closing reception & Afterwork drink
Friday October 10, 2025
LearnTech Conference
At LearnTech innovative learning methods and cutting-edge technologies will be featured to prepare employees for the future workplace and boost the professional growth of everyone in the organisation.
More info about the programme here.
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Workforce Ecosystems
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The Future Ready Workforce
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Employee Experience
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Changing organizations through technology
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