Health Hub Aalst

🌟 A world in transformation calls for partners who believe in shaping the future together. 📢 We are proud to announce that BNP Paribas Fortis has joined our incubator as a platinum partner. With their mission to be the bank for a world in transformation, they are more than just a financial partner—they are a catalyst for growth, innovation, and meaningful change. In our ecosystem of entrepreneurs, innovators, and changemakers, BNP Paribas Fortis brings not only expertise but also a shared vision: supporting those who dare to challenge the status quo and build solutions for tomorrow. 🤝 This partnership strengthens our collective mission to empower healthcare entrepreneurs, fuel ideas, and create lasting impact. Together, we’ll provide the tools, resources, and connections to help bold ambitions thrive. 👋 To BNP Paribas Fortis: welcome to our growing community! Let’s transform the future — one idea, one connection, and one breakthrough at a time. 🌱 #Partnership #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Healthcare #Transformation

Tuesday evening, was an evening to remember, filled with inspiration, innovation, and authentic stories of entrepreneurship. ✨ korneel vandenbroucke, general manager of Orsi Academy, shared the fascinating journey of this pioneering center. He shared how they tackled the challenge that the academic medical training has remained largely unchanged for over a century, despite the rapid innovation in the field. Orsi’s impact was recognized with the Regiostar Award, celebrating their excellence and innovation at the European level. ✨ Marie Van den Broeck, CEO and founder of My Add On, demonstrated the power of collaboration. By involving her users from R&D to communication, she exemplifies what true customer-centricity looks like. This commitment to collaboration has earned her two Henry Van de Velde awards, a true reflection of the value of listening and adapting to those you serve. ✨ Wim Audenaert, CEO of AM-Team, offered an honest and open account of the highs and lows of entrepreneurship. His work in transforming the water purification industry earned him the prestigious Change Makers Award and left us inspired by his drive and resilience. As a gesture of appreciation, each speaker was surprised with a custom-designed lamp, handcrafted and 3D-printed by Wesly Jacobs—produced literally in-house and symbolizing the light they bring to their industries. A big thank you to BNP Paribas Fortis for their hospitality, to Willem Vertonghen and Thibaud Tack for the great (and fun 🤩 ) collaboration, and to Melissa Van Hauwermeiren for her meticulous work behind the scenes. To the managers, entrepreneurs and former minister of healthcare who attended: may the stories shared inspire fresh perspectives and bold actions in your own journeys! 🌟 #VoorEenWereldInVerandering #Collaboration #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Connection

"Like a seed that grows into something extraordinary, your intellectual property (IP) deserves to be protected and nurtured." 🌱✨ We’re excited to announce a deep dive into the world of IP protection, where we’ll explore how to safeguard your innovative ideas and uncover the fiscal benefits available to both entrepreneurs and larger organizations. Matthias Marescaux (KPMG Belgium) offers valuable insights to help you turn your creativity into a thriving asset.💡 When? Fri. 6 Dec, 9am - 1 pm Where? Health Hub Aalst Who? Entrepreneurs and innovators in larger organisations Investment? 75€ (excl. VAT), free for residents / members / partners Registration? https://lnkd.in/d7PSnz9j Don't miss out on this opportunity to unlock the full potential of your ideas and protect what’s yours. 🌟 #IntellectualProperty #Entrepreneurs #Innovators #BusinessGrowth

🖊️ A new chapter in the history of Health Hub Aalst began last Friday, as we launched our very first management program for change agents in healthcare organizations. 🎉 It was a pleasure to bring together professionals from both hospitals and the healthcare industry, all united by a shared commitment to drive innovation and improve healthcare. A big thank you to our participants for their enthusiasm / interactivity and to our partners for sharing their expertise; Tine Adriaensen from IDEWE kicked things off with a powerful testimonial on how their innovation strategy is structured. We then dove with Robin Decoster (Odisee) into key frameworks for setting up an innovation strategy and measuring its ROI, explored creative business models (because when hospital budgets are tight, creativity is key!) with Hendrik Baudrez (KPMG), and wrapped up with a practical session on budgeting innovation projects - thanks to Jetty Van Lent (BNP Paribas Fortis) for leading that conversation. Looking ahead to Day 2, we’re excited for the deep dive into the hard skills of innovation management: Frank Staelens (OLV Ziekenhuis Aalst-Asse-Ninove) will take us through the latest tech innovations in healthcare, Susanne Nybergh (BD) will share valuable tips on data protection and privacy, and Matthias Marescaux (KPMG Belgium) will provide insights into IP management. In the afternoon, Erwin De beuckelaer (HOGENT) will lead an exploration of the design thinking methodology. It’s shaping up to be another insightful day!

📢 The sectrets of extraordinary entrepeneurs 📢 Together with BNP Paribas Fortis, we would like to invite you to an inspiring evening with three extraordinary entrepreneurs who are ready to share the secrets behind their success. From navigating challenges to driving innovation, they’ll reveal the strategies that helped them grow their businesses and make an impact. Whether you're an entrepreneur yourself or just curious about their journeys, this event will offer valuable insights, actionable takeaways, and the chance to connect with like-minded professionals. Agenda:   6:30 - Welcome & reception 7:00 - Welcome by Willem Vertonghen, Director at Private Banking Centre Aalst and Elke Vijverman, General Manager at Health Hub Aalst 7:05 - “The Journey and Challenges of Running an Independent Training Center” – korneel vandenbroucke, General Manager at Orsi Academy 7:35 - “The Power of Customer Centricity for Business Success” – Marie Van den Broeck, Founder & CEO at My Add On 8:05 - “Our Beginnings as Impact Entrepreneurs: The Story of AM-TEAM” – Wim Audenaert, CEO & Co-Founder at AM-Team 8:35 - Wrap-up by Thibaud Tack, Director at Business Centre Aalst 8:45 - Networking reception   📅 Tuesday 19 november 2024, 6:30 - 10 pm 📍 Private Banking Centre Aalst (entrance via Hopmarkt, Aalst) 📝 Register by emailing privatebanking.aalstsintniklaas@bnpparibasfortis.com (indicate whether you will attend with 1 or 2 people) 🔗https://lnkd.in/d7PSnz9j   Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn directly from those who've turned their visions into reality. We look forward to welcoming you! 🌟

🥪 At last week's Lunch & Learn, a room full of health tech entrepreneurs gathered to explore how VLAIO - Flanders Innovation & Entrepreneurship, MEDVIA, and the Provincie Oost-Vlaanderen can support their ventures. Each attendee brought a unique business case and thoughtful questions, sparking insightful discussions on leveraging available resources. It was eye-opening to see the breadth of assistance these organizations provide. A big thank you to our guests and everyone who contributed to the engaging conversations. The session clearly underscored the importance of tapping into the right support to drive success in health tech! #Letsgo! 📅 Looking ahead, our next Lunch & Learn on Fri. 29 Nov will feature experts from Odisee (Jo Praet —great for those looking to work with interns or seek research help) and BNP Paribas Fortis (Willem Vertonghen & Thibaud Tack - who will offer insights on securing financing and managing cash flow). Intersted in joining this informal setting where you can ask your own questions and learn from others' questions & experiences? More info here: https://lnkd.in/d7PSnz9j #StartupSupport #HealthTechInnovation #BusinessGrowth

WAVE III van CrossCare 2.0 is officieel geopend! Deze oproep biedt een unieke kans voor zorg- en welzijnsinnovatoren.   Het CrossCare 2.0-programma ondersteunt innovaties in de Vlaamse en Nederlandse zorg- en welzijnssector. CrossCare 2.0 werkt daarbij met verschillende oproeprondes/WAVES, waarbij organisaties zich kandidaat kunnen stellen voor financiële en inhoudelijke ondersteuning. Vlaamse of Nederlandse KMO's/MKB’s die een zorginnovatie ontwikkelen, kunnen in deze derde oproep ('WAVE III') een innovatievoorstel indienen. Zorgproeftuinen coachen en ondersteunen de geselecteerde bedrijven en demonstreren, testen en/of evalueren hun innovaties bij eindgebruikers. De geselecteerde trajecten kunnen aanvullend ook rekenen op een subsidiebedrag tot maximaal 70.000 EUR. Ontwikkel jij momenteel een innovatief product gericht op de ruime zorg- en welzijnssector, dan is deze oproep mogelijk interessant voor jou! Meld je aan voor de 𝗮𝗹𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗲 𝗼𝗽 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗴 𝟭𝟳 𝗼𝗸𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝘃𝗮𝗻 𝟭𝟯.𝟯𝟬 – 𝟭𝟱.𝟬𝟬 𝘂𝘂𝗿 in de LocHal in Tilburg om meer te weten te komen of neem contact op met Glenn Weyers (programmacoördinator van CrossCare) of met één van de projectleiders van de betrokken zorgproeftuinen. Meer informatie en contactgegevens kun je vinden op de CrossCare website: https://lnkd.in/e6gFpTM8 Meer informatie over de infosessie (onderdeel van het CrossCare Community Event) vind je hier: https://lnkd.in/ekd67CJg Interreg Vlaanderen-Nederland Coöperatie Slimmer Leven | POM West-Vlaanderen | Zuyd Hogeschool | Zuyd University of Applied Sciences | LiCalab - Living & Care Lab | Thomas More-hogeschool | Care Innovation Center West-Brabant | Brainport Development | Odisee | Eerstelijnszone Brugge | ZorgLab Aalst | In4care Provincie Antwerpen | Provincie Oost-Vlaanderen | Provincie Vlaams-Brabant | Provincie West-Vlaanderen | Provincie Noord-Brabant | Provincie Zeeland | Provincie Limburg | Provincie Limburg (België) European Commission | Ministerie van Economische Zaken VLAIO

🌟Proudly presenting our entrepreneurs: from the stage to the screen! 🎤 Scott (Innatify) took the stage as a moderator at last week’s Health On Stage conference. A hospital CIO called nurse planning a "nightmare," while an innovation manager emphasized that "happy patients start with happy employees - reducing administrative burdens is key." That sounds familiar, isn’t it? 🙂 🎬 Marie (My Add On) was featured on the new TV show "Impact Pioneers" yesterday, where she highlighted her mission to enhance the independence of people with disabilities. With 15% of the global population facing disabilities (according to WHO), her work has a far-reaching impact. She’s also starting a new investment round – a clear opportunity for impact investors, isn't it? 🙂 🏆 Koen (Partheas) is nominated for the "Entrepreneur of the Year Award" in our home town tomorrow night! As the founder of Partheas, he is making patient flows in hospitals smoother, helping staff focus on patient care.  We hope the award flows smoothly his way! (And honestly, as a purpose-driven entrepreneur/innovator and a genuinely warm person, he truly deserves this recognition, isn't it? 🙂) #ProudOfOurResidents #HealthcareInnovation #EntrepreneursInHealthcare #ImpactPioneers #HealthHubAalst #HealthcareIncubator

📅 Opleiding Timemanagement Heb jij het gevoel dat er te weinig uren in een dag zitten? Dan is deze opleiding iets voor jou! Stad Aalst en Health Hub organiseren een opleiding Timemanagement die je helpt efficiënter om te gaan met je tijd en taken. 💼⏳ 📍 Wanneer? Deel 1: 21 november 2024 Deel 2: 28 november 2024 🕒 Tijd: Van 17u30 tot 21u 📌 Locatie: Administratief centrum, Werf 9 👩🏫 Trainer: Ellen Vandevyvere van The Time Hub Er zijn slechts 15 plaatsen beschikbaar, dus wees er snel bij! (Je schrijft sowieso in voor beide dagen) 👉 Inschrijven via: 📧 kim.boriau@aalst.be Met vermelding van: Je naam Bedrijfsnaam Telefoonnummer E-mailadres Laat je tijd beter voor je werken en mis deze kans niet! 🌟 #Timemanagement #Aalst #Opleiding #StadAalst #PersoonlijkeOntwikkeling #Efficiëntie #HealthHub

📅 Opleiding Timemanagement Heb jij het gevoel dat er te weinig uren in een dag zitten? Dan is deze opleiding iets voor jou! Stad Aalst en Health Hub organiseren een opleiding Timemanagement die je helpt efficiënter om te gaan met je tijd en taken. 💼⏳ 📍 Wanneer? Deel 1: 21 november 2024 Deel 2: 28 november 2024 🕒 Tijd: Van 17u30 tot 21u 📌 Locatie: Administratief centrum, Werf 9 👩🏫 Trainer: Ellen Vandevyvere van The Time Hub Er zijn slechts 15 plaatsen beschikbaar, dus wees er snel bij! (Je schrijft sowieso in voor beide dagen) 👉 Inschrijven via: 📧 kim.boriau@aalst.be Met vermelding van: Je naam Bedrijfsnaam Telefoonnummer E-mailadres Laat je tijd beter voor je werken en mis deze kans niet! 🌟 #Timemanagement #Aalst #Opleiding #StadAalst #PersoonlijkeOntwikkeling #Efficiëntie #HealthHub