Building the Future of Workspaces

Content & Program of the Congress

Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2026 – 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Venue: Clockwise Louise, Avenue Louise 149, 1050 Bruxelles.

Agenda

Last update: 10/06/2026

1:00 PM – Welcome Speech

Kevin Van Den Bosch, President BWA
Griet Heirwegh, Senior Asset Manager Patrizia

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1:15 PM – Opening Plenary Session

The Circle of Wellbeing

Ann De Bisschop is a wellbeing and leadership expert, international keynote speaker and author of five books. As DPG Media’s first-ever Wellbeing Director, she brings valuable experience in creating healthier, more engaged workplaces.

What if working smarter could help us feel better and perform better?

Discover how to move beyond work pressure and create workplaces where wellbeing, motivation and performance go hand in hand. Ann will share practical insights for a smarter, more sustainable way of working.

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1:40 PM – Offices & Coworking Market Figures

Koen Batsleer (Officenter)
Isabelle Vandeur (CBRE)

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2:05 PM – SPF/FOD Economie AML Procedures

Olivier Loiseau

• Feedback from recent controls
• AML procedures
• What is changing in 2027?

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2:30 PM – Energy Transition & Regulatory Compliance

Turning Constraints into Opportunities

Alteo Group

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2:50 PM – Partner Pitches

Short presentations by BWA partners.

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3:00 PM – Coffee Break

Networking & refreshments

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3:30 PM – Workshop Sessions

Choose one workshop

SPF Economie – Q&A Workshop

Direct exchange with SPF/FOD Economie representatives.

Generative AI for Coworking Space (Codica)

What if AI could help you save time, strengthen member relationships and anticipate their needs?

Discover practical ways to use generative AI in coworking operations, from everyday tasks to the next generation of workspace management.

Part 1: Three Practical Use Cases

Using tools you already have, learn how to respond to prospects faster, identify members at risk of leaving through usage data, and follow up on overdue payments without damaging the member relationship.

Part 2: Towards an AI-Native Back Office

Go beyond traditional management platforms and explore a back office that takes action rather than simply recording it.

Featuring Augustin Claes, founder of Akili, and Gauthier Rodaro, founder of Enobase, an AI-native back office for members’ clubs and workspace operators.

Business Models & Operating Formats

Koen Batsleer (Officenter)
Koen Hoornaert (Van Olmen & Wynants)

Topics covered:

• Rental agreements
• Management contracts
• Ownership structures
• Franchise models
• Financial implications
• Legal differences

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4:45 PM – Closing Remarks

Kevin Van Den Bosch, President BWA

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5:00 PM – Visit Clockwise & Networking Reception

Networking reception until 7:00 PM.

Registration