Mieke De Ketelaere
Mieke De Ketelaere, an Adjunct Professor at Vlerick Business School, specializes in robotics and artificial intelligence. With over 30 years of experience at leading companies like IBM, Microsoft, SAP, and SAS, Mieke has developed a deep expertise in data and analytics. She focuses on defining AI business strategies, balancing potential value with risk management, and frequently acts as a behind-the-scenes expert and coach.
She was appointed "Digital Mind" by Belgium's State Secretary of Digitalization in 2020 and was named "IT Person of 2024" in Belgium. Mieke continues to share her insights through public speaking, her book, and as a prominent voice in the global AI conversation.
Vanderlande Industries
Vanderlande Industries is a global leader in logistic process automation for airports, warehousing, and parcel sectors. The company specializes in cutting-edge baggage handling systems, warehouse automation, and parcel sorting solutions. Operating in over 100 countries, Vanderlande employs more than 9,000 people and generates an annual revenue exceeding €2 billion. With its innovative solutions, Vanderlande serves some of the world’s largest airports, e-commerce giants, and parcel service providers.
Fenego
Fenego, a trusted Intershop implementation partner since 2008, provides high-end B2C and B2B digital commerce solutions across Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Germany, France, and the Nordics. Specializing in digital transformation, Fenego offers comprehensive services from strategy to implementation, supported by the extensive Cronos Group network. Focused on excellence, innovation, and customer commitment, Fenego ensures operational stability and helps clients maximize their online sales potential.
