History

In these modern times of fast social and economic business evolution, people need to develop themselves in all possible ways. Marc Ramault (of Cross International) was convinced that by organizing Top Management Meetings key people would get the opportunity to meet innovative top managers from different companies and sectors, from large or small companies. In this way they could expand their knowledge on market evolutions and its effects on the strategy of a company. They would have a better insight in the problems that companies encounter in a changing business environment, and in the creativity through which ideas are transformed into clear actions and performances. As a result, business people would get the opportunity to learn a lot about how to manage a company with even more success.

Purpose

Marc organized the first Top Management Meeting in 1989 and has been repeating this formula successfully three to four times a year.

The reason for the success comes from the right approach. In an intimate and open-minded atmosphere, a prominent speaker is invited to talk about an actual hot topic and the ongoing problems and solutions in his area of expertise, all of which are animated by personal stories. During the event attendees have plenty of opportunities to exchange views and discuss opinions. The exchange of information forms a strong base for innovation, progress and doing business more efficiently and successfully. Of course, the Top Management Meetings are not only a good opportunity to share insights on current matters but they are also a place where you can make acquaintance with other business professionals.

Location

The Top Management Meetings are traditionally organized in a quiet and lovely location. Most events were located in De Warande because this location has always performed to the necessary standards: large rooms in a beautiful and overwhelming classic style, excellent cuisine and client-friendly personnel.

Future prospects

Because of the great success of the previous editions, Marc Ramault plans to continue organizing the Top Management Meetings. In the 21st Century, innovative management has no more boundaries: there is always something business people can learn from each other.

List of speakers

• dhr Bruno Accou
• dhr Glenn Audenaert
• Baron Luc Bertrand
• Architect Dirk Bontinck
• dhr Rik Branson
• dhr Jan jr. Briers
• mvr Hilde Bury
• Baron Paul Buysse
• dhr Jan Coene
• dhr Lieven Cuvelier
• dhr Luc De Bruyckere
• dhr Bernard De Corte
• dhr Pieter De Crem
• dhr Jacques De Greef
• dhr Piet De Keulenaer
• dhr Erik De Keyser
• dhr Rik De Nolf
• dhr Patrick De Smedt
• dhr Bernard Decorte
• dhr Wim Dejonghe
• dhr Bob Delbecque
• dhr Jean-Marie Delwart
• dhr Luc Derijcke
• dhr Aimé Desimpel (✝)
• dhr Dirk Dewitte
• dhr Chris Dewulf
• dhr Philippe D'Heygere
• dhr John Dirckx
• dhr Marc Duyck
• dhr Marc Ecker
• dhr Ronald Everaert
• dhr Jan Hoet
• dhr Herman Hoolants
• Paul en Robert Kumpen
• dhr Louis Lameire
• dhr Pierre Lano
• dhr Chris Lebeer
• dhr Luc Luyten
• dhr Rudy Mariën
• dhr Tony Mary
• dhr Johan Mussche (✝)
• dhr Donald Pans
• dhr Marc Pasture
• dhr Jan Peeters
• dhr Luc Pintens
• dhr Karel Plasman
• dhr Luc Pomierski
• dhr Jo Robbrecht
• Dr. Kris Roose
• dhr Raymond Seles
• dhr Luc Sterckx
• dhr A.L. Swings (✝)
• dhr Eric Theunissen
• Notaris Yves Tijtgat
• dhr Luc Toelen
• dhr Gerard Van Acker
• dhr Michel Van Hemele
• dhr Luc Van Steenkiste
• dhr Germain Van Tieghem
• dhr Johan Van Wassenhove
• dhr Johan Vandendriessche
• dhr Chris Veroughstraete
• dhr Willy Vochten
• dhr Norbert von Kunitzki (✝)
• dhr Rudi Weekers