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🎵 We are delighted to invite you to an unforgettable evening as we rise high above the urban jungle of New York City. Join us for our exceptional Concert on the Roof - Hommage A Brel while enjoying breathtaking views, heavenly bites and cocktails. Practical Details: 📅 September 26th. Doors at 6PM 📍 AB InBev Rooftop, 125 W 24th St, New York, NY 10011 👔 Dress code: Brel Approved, sophisticated and chic! 🎟️ Get your tickets via https://lnkd.in/eW7ZW9tH Our BelCham Concert on the Roof is an exclusive fundraising & networking event for BelCham members. Member tickets are priced at $155, supporting BelCham’s educational, entrepreneurial, and community-building projects. Secure your spot soon, as spaces are limited! 🔔 Stay tuned for more information and updates! Proudly sponsored by Hodgson Russ LLP, FlatterySalomon LLC & U.S. Steuerberatung LLC, KBC Bank & Verzekering, LRM, AB InBev, and ShowTex USA. For sponsorship and other visibility opportunities, please reach out to [email protected]. #WeAreBelCham #BelgiumInTheUSA #Networking #Event #Transatlantic #Business

BelCham is back in Belgium! 🇧🇪 From July 29 to August 9, our Managing Director, Sophie Berben, will be available for meetings. Is your company aiming to expand in the US? Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with us and discover more about BelCham and the support we can provide! 👉 Contact Sophie Berben via direct message or at [email protected]! We can't wait to see you in Belgium! #BelgiumInTheUSA #BelChamInBelgium #Transatlantic #Business 🤝

🇺🇸🎆 Happy 4th of July from BelCham! 🎆🇺🇸 Today, we celebrate the spirit of freedom, unity, and innovation that defines the United States of America. As we gather with friends and family to enjoy fireworks, barbecues, and parades, we also take a moment to reflect on the strong bonds between Belgium and the USA. BelCham is proud to support Belgian entrepreneurs, businesses, and professionals thriving in the US. Whether you're enjoying Belgian beers, exploring our vibrant cultural connections, or forging new business partnerships, today is a reminder of the opportunities and shared values that unite us. Wishing everyone a joyous and safe Independence Day! 🎉 #Happy4thofJuly #IndependenceDay #WeAreBelCham #BelgiumInTheUSA #TransatlanticFriendship

🇧🇪🇺🇸 The US remains the largest export destination for Belgium outside the EU! Belgian PM Alexander De Croo recently visited Washington DC, confirming the strong trade and investment ties between Belgium and the US. Are you ready to tackle the US market and go BIG? BelCham has the resources and network to help launch your business. 🚀   Contact our member manager Anton Wouters via [email protected] for more info.

Our Managing Director Sophie Berben had an incredibly interesting week in Chicago, forging business connections with our exceptional Belgian community living, working, and thriving in The Windy City! Some highlights of her visit included: 🇧🇪 Engaging with Belgian representatives in Chicago. Discussing future collaborations with Paul Van Halteren, Honorary Consul of Belgium, Karel Sorgeloos, Trade Advisor at Flanders Investment & Trade - USA, and Stephano SMARS, Trade Commissioner at AWEX USA 🏨 A delightful meeting with Niek Mestdagh, General Manager at the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, exploring collaborations and partnerships in the hospitality sector. 🧵Visiting cutting-edge Belgian design firms Bulo and Ethnicraft at the Mart, a dynamic hub for architectural and interior design companies, discussing their further expansion in the US. 🎨Meeting Belgian-born Bart Ryckbosch of the Belgian American Club of Chicago. 🍺 And last but not least, Celebrating Belgian Beer Week (BELGIAN BREWERS - BELGISCHE BROUWERS - BRASSEURS BELGES) with numerous Belgian brewers, catching up with the fantastic BelCham Ambassador Leentje De Leeuw, along with Delirium Product Manager Karl Vanquaethem, discussing challenges and opportunities for key Belgian brands expanding to the US. We are looking forward to future collaborations and supporting Belgian entrepreneurship in Chicago! 🌟 #BelgiumInTheUSA #BelChamInChicago #Transatlantic #Business 🤝

Looking for opportunities in the US? Our BelCham members are hiring! Agendi, Neuhaus, Osaka World, BMI Leisure, Consulate General of Belgium in New York, YER USA, Paneltim LLC and Delegation of Flanders to the USA are all looking to expand their team here in the US. Seize the opportunity and kickstart your career!🚀 Interested in these opportunities and ready to apply? Check our website here: https://lnkd.in/dzEUkxPn. 👉 Looking to post a job offer on our website? We’d love to help you find the right candidate within our vibrant BelCham community! Please contact [email protected] for more information! #WeAreBelCham #BelgiumInTheUSA #joboffer #internshipoffer

📢 Presenting our BelCham Patron Member, Aprio! 📰 History: Since 1952, clients in the US and across over 50 countries have trusted Aprio for guidance on how to achieve what’s next. As a premiere business advisory and accounting firm, Aprio delivers advisory, audit, tax, outsourcing, staffing and private client services to build value, drive growth, manage risk and protect wealth. With proven expertise and genuine care, Aprio serves individuals and businesses, from promising startups to market leaders alike. 🏆 Recent Achievements: With loyal clients and committed team members driving their firm forward, this year Aprio was named the #1 Fastest Growing Firm by Accounting Today and the #25 Largest Accounting Firm in the United States. Their people truly drive their success. They provide exceptional service and deliver results that enable our clients to take their business to the next level. 🇺🇸 US Plans: Their objective is to become the business advisory and CPA firm of choice for Middle Market multinational companies 👉 Not a BelCham member yet? Join us! Contact Anton via [email protected] or via the website https://lnkd.in/eikRFwaf. #WeAreBelCham #BelgiumInTheUSA #BelCham #Member #Transatlantic #Business #BelChamPresents 

We're so happy to see that our US Readiness Online Learning Track has been proudly featured by columnist Marianne Amssoms in Trends Kanaal Z, Belgium’s leading economic magazine. Marianne is BelCham’s former President and built a business herself as an expert in reputation and communications. Thank you, Marianne, for highlighting our program, which is designed to help Belgian businesses expand to the US , and some of our participants and BelCham members: XEOS, Levita Magic, Merchery, and TechWolf. Interested in joining next year's edition? Contact our Member Manager, Anton Wouters, or visit our website at belcham.org/us-readiness for more information. #WeAreBelCham #BelgiumintheUSA #USReadiness #USExpansion

Presenting our BeNeLux Catalyst Program! 🚀 Join our two-week accelerator from November 4th to 15th, designed for BeNeLux tech founders aiming to expand into the USA. 🇧🇪🇳🇱🇱🇺 Connect daily with mentors, investors, and clients, attend expert-led workshops, and access NYC's entrepreneurial community through exclusive events and introductions. Plus, continue your daily operations at our BelCham Atelier coworking space. 👉 Apply now to join the BeNeLux Catalyst 2024 cohort: https://lnkd.in/drSYfc8G Last year’s cohort included Virtual Rangers, Runeasi, Freeday, Woby B.V. - MADE TO SERVE YOU!, 360Outspoken.com, and Gigstarter! This program is a collaboration between Startup Luxembourg, Luxinnovation GIE, Ministère de l'Économie - Luxembourg, Luxembourg Trade and Investment Office New York , Netherlands Enterprise Agency , Consulate General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in New York, imec.istart, Scaleup Vlaanderen, Flanders Investment & Trade (FIT), and LRM. For further inquiries, contact BelCham’s Member Manager Anton at [email protected] or visit our website for more details: https://lnkd.in/drSYfc8G #BeneluxCatalyst #TransAtlantic #Business #Startup #Scaleup #Accelerator

Calling all young professionals currently leaving their mark on New York! Embrace the return of sunny days with a delightful trip to Roosevelt Island! Get ready for breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline from the tramway and enjoy the serene beauty and tranquility of Roosevelt Island. On the island we invite you to join us for a potluck-picnic, where everyone can bring something for lunch to share. Drinks are on us! This is a perfect opportunity to forge meaningful connections with fellow J-1 interns and ambitious young professionals under the New York City sun! 🥳 📍 Meeting Point: Tramway Plaza, at the corner of E 59th and 2nd Ave. We will take the tramway to the island together. 📅 Date & Time: June 8, 2024, at 2 PM 🎟️: Reserve your spot for free via https://lnkd.in/e8jyyeCx 👉 Are you a young professional or budding entrepreneur in New York looking to connect with like-minded individuals? Join the BelCham Brights community and seize the opportunity to broaden your network while enjoying unforgettable experiences. Learn more via https://lnkd.in/dgjUFMM2 #BelgiumInTheUSA #J1visa #WeAreBelCham #Networking