Explore the Universe of IT with us at the fourth edition of the Bechtle Summit. We invite you on an inspiring journey through three interconnected planets: Modern Workplace, Network & Security, and Infrastructure. Together with our partners, we will demonstrate how these worlds come together to help organisations innovate, transform, and grow.
The day’s program features two inspiring keynote sessions, two real-life customer cases, and plenty of opportunities to explore the planets in depth and engage with peers from across the IT universe. Join us for a day filled with insights, inspiration, and meaningful conversations.
Practical information.
- Date: Thursday, 15 October 2026
- Start: 11:15
- End: 17:15
- Location: Watt17, Koeltorenlaan 9, 3550 Heusden-Zolder
Program.
Meet our speakers.
Luka Kokot.
Founded in Johannesburg, South Africa, BroadVision has expanded its footprint into Seychelles and the United Kingdom, supporting clients with infrastructure solutions, cloud services, cybersecurity, managed IT services, among other specialised offerings.
Luka’s role focuses on expanding the company’s market presence, developing AI and digital transformation initiatives, fostering international partnerships, and helping shape the overall technology and business strategy to support long-term growth.
In his keynote, Luka will be focusing on applied AI, practical implications, use cases and success stories. By using industry-specific use cases it will make AI applications tangible for customers.
Jeroen Baert.
As a Computer Science Engineer with a background in research, he combines technical expertise with humor to make complex scientific and technological topics accessible to a broad audience.
He is best known as one of the core members of Nerdland, the Belgian science and technology platform and podcast created with Lieven Scheire and Hetty Helsmoortel. Through podcasts, live events, and keynote presentations, he explores the impact of technology and innovation on our society.
During his keynote on Artificial Intelligence, Jeroen takes the audience beyond the hype and buzzwords. He explains how AI technologies such as neural networks, Generative AI, ChatGPT, and DALL-E work, while exploring their opportunities, limitations, societal impact, and the future of AI.
The location: Watt17.
We are proud to host our event at WATT17, a remarkable venue located on the historic former mining site of Heusden-Zolder, Belgium. Set within the restored power station of the ZLDR Mine, WATT17 combines impressive industrial architecture with modern facilities, creating a unique atmosphere for networking, collaboration, and innovation. This inspiring location reflects our commitment to bringing people together in a setting that blends heritage, creativity, and forward-thinking ideas, making it the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable event experience.
Global IT Alliance (GITA).
Expanding beyond Europe? Then reliable local support becomes essential. Through the Global IT Alliance (GITA), Bechtle connects you with carefully selected IT partners around the world who meet high standards of service, quality and collaboration. This gives organisations access to consistent support across multiple regions, without losing control or oversight.
Curious what this could mean for your organisation? Sonia Ranwez, GITA Manager, and Bart Bruggeman, International Business Developer, will be present at the event with an information booth and will be happy to answer all your questions about international support through GITA.
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