Come to The Awards and find out live who wins the titles of Student Entrepreneur of the Year and Entrepreneurial Researcher of the Year.

All finalists who appear on stage went through an intensive (selection) process beforehand to prepare for this festive evening. Let the live show inspire you by their fascinating stories, surprising ideas and convincing pitches. In addition, you also have an important role to play! You can cast a live vote for your favorite student and researcher to bring them one step closer to victory.

During the networking reception after the show, you will have the opportunity to meet young entrepreneurs and further expand your network.

It promises to be the most entrepreneurial evening of the year!  

Programme

* 18.45 p.m.: doors open

* 19:30 p.m.: live show

* 21.45 p.m.: networking reception

* 00:00 (midnight): end

Finalists

Student Entrepreneur of 2026

• Jasper Bellers - The Cube
• Anton Claeysoone - MyLabelDesk
• Nand Haegeman - TO KEEP Gallery

Entrepreneurial Researcher of 2026

• Loren Deblock - Hafnolox
• Yanick Inghels - Bikon
• Thomas Thienpont - Pyro Engineering
  

Language

The event takes place in Dutch, with the exception of the election of the Entrepreneurial Researcher of the Year, which will take place in English.

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