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Meet Eli, who embarked on the J-1 Visa Program for interns and trainees with BelCham! 🌟 Over the past 12 months, Eli completed an incredible internship at West 8, a multidisciplinary studio specializing in landscape architecture, based in Philadelphia. During his time there, he gained valuable experience and built meaningful connections across the United States. Here’s what he shared about his journey: “My internship in Philadelphia has broadened my worldview and opened doors I once thought were out of reach. I am incredibly grateful to BelCham for their support. As a member of BelCham Brights, I found a community of fellow professionals with aligned goals and dreams. The experience I gained and the expanding network I was able to build, ultimately guided me  toward an academic journey at an Ivy League school. I'm grateful for the journey and the people I've met along the way!" 🙏 Want the same life-changing experience as Eli and come to the U.S. for an internship or traineeship? We’re here to help! 🚀 BelCham is a designated sponsor for the U.S. Department of State's J-1 Visa program, which offers interns and trainees the opportunity to gain invaluable experience in the U.S. This program is your gateway to a unique international experience that will accelerate your career. 🇺🇸 👉 Interested in a professional experience in the U.S.? Contact the amazing Jeanette Johnson, our J-1 Visa Director, for more details and join our J-1 info session via https://lnkd.in/gyPrNGQc. #BelChamInTheUSA #BelChamBrights #Internship #Networking #Testimonial #J1VisaProgram #WeAreBelCham

🦃✨ Happy Thanksgiving to our incredible BelCham Community! ✨🍁 On this special day, we want to take a moment to say a huge thank you to each and every one of you - our incredible community, members, and supporters. Your collaboration, trust, and positivity make BelCham so special, and we're so grateful for all the connections we have built, whether you're in the U.S. or across the ocean. 🌍 As we reflect on the year, we're filled with gratitude for the growth, partnerships, and good times shared. We’re excited for what’s to come! Wishing you a Thanksgiving full of warmth, joy, and time with loved ones. 🍁 👉 Not a member of the Belgian American Chamber of Commerce yet? Visit our website www.belcham.org to learn more about how we can grow together. #Thanksgiving  #ThankfulForYou #WeAreBelCham #BelChamInTheUSA #Gratitude #Community

BelCham is coming to Belgium again! 🇧🇪 Ready to take your American dream to the next level? 🌟 The Belgian American Chamber of Commerce is all about helping Belgian companies make their mark in the US. And guess what? We're back in Belgium this December! From December 19 to 23, our Managing Director, Sophie Berben, will be available for meetings to discuss how BelCham can support your business in navigating the US market. Whether you're exploring new opportunities or aiming to expand your footprint in the US, we’ve got you covered! 👉 Want to meet Sophie and learn more? Reach out to her at sophie@belcham.org to book your spot. Let’s make your American dream a reality! 🚀 Can’t wait to connect with you in Belgium! ✨ #BelCham #BelgiumToUSA #AmericanDream #BusinessGrowth #Networking #Entrepreneurship

🚀 Looking to expand into the U.S. market? We are excited to share the latest report from our valuable Patron Member TABS Inc. – Crossing Continents: Benelux Ventures Navigating U.S. Expansion This insightful new report is a must-read for BeNeLux companies aiming to make their mark in the U.S. It covers key strategies for establishing a U.S. entity, building your first U.S. team, navigating the U.S. business culture, and much more! 📊 We are proud to have collaborated with TABS Inc. to create this valuable resource for BeNeLux companies looking to grow in the U.S. 🇧🇪 Whether you’re expanding your business or just exploring the U.S. market, BelCham is here to help you achieve your goals. Reach out to our Member Manager, Anton Wouters, at anton@belcham.org, or learn more about our memberships at https://lnkd.in/eikRFwaf. #BelgiumInTheUSA #BelChamInTheUSA #Transatlantic #TABSInc #BeNeLuxCatalyst #BeNeLux

Let’s Jingle & Mingle! Join our Reception for J-1 Interns and Trainees in NYC! 🎄 We’re thrilled to invite you to our BelCham Jingle & Mingle Reception, hosted in collaboration with the German American Chamber of Commerce, Inc., French-American Chamber of Commerce - New York, Italian American Chamber of Commerce, and American-Scandinavian Foundation, our beloved fellow Chambers of Commerce. This is the perfect opportunity to connect with other J-1 interns and trainees in NYC while celebrating the festive spirit! 🎉 Join us for a vibrant evening where you can network with fellow internationals who share your unique U.S. experiences. 🗓️ Save the Date: December 11 at 6 PM 🎟️ Reserve your spot now! https://lnkd.in/enmqVP87 – FREE (Exclusive for BelCham Brights Members or Interns working at BelCham Members) Enjoy delicious drinks and cuisine from various countries as you forge valuable connections that could enhance your career, and cultural exchange! 📍Location: BelCham - The Belgian American Chamber of Commerce, 530 7th Avenue, Suite 902 We can’t wait to celebrate and network with you! 🎆 👉 Want to learn more about our BelCham Brights program? Visit our website at https://lnkd.in/e2mfv9SM and contact Jeanette Murray Johnson, our J-1 Visa Program Wizard, at jeanette@belcham.org. #BelChamBrights #BelCham #J1NewYork #WeAreBelCham #BelgiumInTheUSA #J1Reception #J1

✨ Revive the magic of The BelCham Reception at KU Leuven! 🇧🇪 The BelCham Reception at KU Leuven was truly an evening to remember! From the inspiring talks by Aline Muylaert, Co-Founder of Go Vocal (formerly CitizenLab), Serge Van Herck, CEO of EVS Broadcast Equipment, and Jonas Deprez, Co-Founder of Donna, to the engaging and vibrant networking reception — the enthusiasm was truly unmatched. And now, we have something even more exciting to share... a marvellous video capturing all the energy! 🎥✨ Please click here for more videos and photos of our BelCham Events: https://lnkd.in/eBHrQgj7 📸 A big thank you to our amazing sponsors for making this possible: AB InBev, Hodgson Russ LLP, JobsOhio, KU Leuven, KU Leuven Research & Development, Mastercard, and FlatterySalomon LLC & U.S. Steuerberatung LLC. We look forward to seeing everyone at BelCham’s next event! #BelChamReception #KULeuven #Networking #Entrepreneurship #Community #WeAreBelCham

Mission accomplished for the BeNeLux Catalyst 2024 cohort!🚀 💡"The BeNeLux Catalyst program was absolutely life-changing! It was energizing like crazy, pushing me to think bigger and bolder. I’ve learned so much, and I’m more driven than ever to pursue my American dream!" That’s how our participants will remember their transformative two weeks immersing themselves in the U.S. market with BeNeLux Catalyst 2024. Here’s what we accomplished: 🌍 8 innovative companies: Donna - Sam Michem, Wobby - Nathan Tetroashvili, OQ Technology - Omar Qaise 🛰, WEO🌍 - Imeshi Weerasinghe & Rowan Steele, Bagpoint Group - Mohammed Aburiyaleh & Mohammad S. Noor, biotactical - クリシュナ Krishna Sheombar Sing 🤙🏾🙋🏾♂️, Bubty - Benjamin Schriel, HelloPrint - Michael Heerkens & Hans Scheffer 💡 22 insightful workshops 👥 Over 30 inspiring mentors 📍 10+ iconic NYC offices 🎙️ 1 exclusive podcast recording ✨ Endless learnings and growth These incredible two weeks were packed with inspiring speeches, valuable connections, impactful lessons, and personal growth. Participants dove headfirst into the opportunities and challenges of scaling into the U.S., refining their strategies and gaining actionable insights every step of the way. That’s the essence of the BeNeLux Catalyst program: empowering companies to expand into the U.S. with the tools, knowledge, and network to succeed. Curious about the program? 🌟 Learn more at https://lnkd.in/drSYfc8G and discover how you could join our next transformative cohort! 🚀 A huge thank you to our Program Managers Rob Napoli and Philip D. for making this journey possible! Thanks to all our partners: BelCham, Consulate General of the Netherlands in New York, Flanders Investment & Trade (FIT), imec.istart, LRM, Luxembourg Trade and Investment Office New York, Luxinnovation GIE, Netherlands Enterprise Agency , Pierson Ferdinand LLP, and Startup Luxembourg We can't wait to see where this adventure will take each of you!🚀 #BeNeLuxCatalyst #AcceleratorProgram #WeAreBelCham #BelgiumInTheUSA #BeNeLuxStartups

✨ The BelCham Reception at KU Leuven 🇧🇪 What an unforgettable night in Belgium! 🎉 The BelCham Reception at KU Leuven kicked off with some powerful sessions on navigating the U.S. market, led by incredible speakers Aline Muylaert, Co-Founder of Go Vocal (formerly CitizenLab), Serge Van Herck, CEO of EVS Broadcast Equipment, and Jonas Deprez, Co-Founder of Donna. Their insights were both inspiring and motivating, we're ready to take on new challenges! 🚀 The celebration continued with a vibrant reception, where we were honored to hear from BelCham Managing Director Sophie Berben, Koenraad Debackere, Professor of Innovation Economics at KU Leuven and the heart and soul of KU Leuven Research & Development, and U.S. Ambassador to Belgium Michael M. Adler. Their words fueled the energy of an amazing night filled with meaningful connections within our vibrant Belgian-American community! 🌟 Big thanks to everyone who joined us, your support and enthusiasm made this event exceptional. 🙏 Check out the event highlights and photos here: https://lnkd.in/gxHFpEYg 🔔 And of course, a huge shoutout to our generous sponsors for making this event possible: AB InBev, Hodgson Russ LLP, JobsOhio, KU Leuven, KU Leuven Research & Development, Mastercard, and FlatterySalomon LLC & U.S. Steuerberatung LLC. #BelChamReception #KULeuven #Networking #Entrepreneurship #Community #WeAreBelCham

BeNeLux Catalyst 2024: Week 1 🇺🇸 🇧🇪 🇱🇺 🇳🇱 What an intense and incredible first week! We were thrilled to wrap up the week with inspiring sessions, valuable visits and networking opportunities. Here’s a quick recap: 🏢VC Visit at an amazing growth equity firm, Radian Capital: A deep dive into the principles of venture capital and private equity, where participants also had the chance to pitch their startups to seasoned investors. 🤖Big Tech vs Small Tech: An eye-opening talk by Chris Burggraeve, a multiple-award winning, world-class corporate marketer turned entrepreneur, investor, advisor, public and private board member, adjunct faculty, author, and speaker.   🥂 Startup Networking Mixer: A fantastic opportunity for founders to connect, exchange ideas, and build networks within the NYC startup ecosystem. 👨💻Founder Story: An inspiring journey shared by Derk Arts, MD PhD, a tech optimist, scientist, and entrepreneur who has been running Castor for 15 years. We concluded the week with a Founder Lunch at the Consulate General of Belgium in New York, where the cohort engaged in a lively discussion with Jonathan Cornelissen, Co-founder & CEO at DataCamp, Entrepreneur and Angel investor, followed by a special lunch with the Consul General of Belgium, Filip Vanden Bulcke, and the Consul General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Ahmed Dadou. Thanks to all our partners: BelCham, Consulate General of the Netherlands in New York, Flanders Investment & Trade (FIT), imec.istart, LRM, Luxembourg Trade and Investment Office New York, Luxinnovation GIE, Netherlands Enterprise Agency , Pierson Ferdinand LLP, and Startup Luxembourg A big shoutout to our amazing cohort for a great first week! 🙌 Donna - Sam M. & Nicolas Christiaen Wobby - Nathan Tetroashvili OQ Technology - Omar Qaise 🛰 WEO🌍 - Imeshi Weerasinghe & Rowan Steele Bagpoint Group - Mohammed Aburiyaleh & Mohammad S. Noor biotactical - クリシュナ Krishna Sheombar Sing 🤙🏾🙋🏾♂️ 🤙🏾🙋🏾♂️ Bubty - Benjamin Schriel HelloPrint - Michael Heerkens & Hans Scheffer Here we go for a second intense and inspiring week🚀 #BeNeLuxCatalyst #AcceleratorProgram #WeAreBelCham #BelgiumInTheUSA #BeNeLuxStartups

Only 4 days to go until the BelCham Reception at KU Leuven! 🌟 Join us on November 12th as we celebrate transatlantic relationships and build new connections. 🎟️ Tickets are sold out. Prepare for an inspiring evening with insights from industry leaders on expanding to the U.S. market: 🔹 Serge Van Herck, CEO of EVS Broadcast Equipment 🔹 Aline Muylaert, Co-Founder of Go Vocal (formerly CitizenLab) 🔹 Jonas Deprez, Co-Founder of Donna But that’s not all! This is your chance to network with top industry leaders and distinguished guests, including: Michael M. Adler, U.S. Ambassador to Belgium, and Luc Sels, Rector of KU Leuven. 📍Location: Agora, Edward van Evenstraat 4, 3000 Leuven 🎩 Dress Code: Stylish and Elegant 🙏 A special thank you to our generous sponsors for their support: AB InBev, Hodgson Russ LLP, JobsOhio, KU Leuven, KU Leuven Research & Development, Mastercard, and FlatterySalomon LLC & U.S. Steuerberatung LLC. We look forward to seeing you there!🇧🇪 #BelChamReception #KULeuven #Networking #BusinessGrowth #Fundraising