Lorenzo Serra is a cultural entrepreneur and co-founder of Brussels By Night. In 20 years, he has organised more than 1,000 events at which more than 3,000 artists have performed - in concerts, DJ sets, fashion shows and exhibitions. In 2020, he co-founded the first Brussels Federation of Nightlife Professionals - the Brussels By Night Federation - which, as soon as the covid-19 crisis hit, demonstrated the need to protect and support the Brussels nightlife sector.

Sylvie Van Huffel has worked in Health Promotion since 2009 and joined the Safe Ta Night network in 2020, where she now coordinates the Brussels party health network. Launched by Plateforme Prévention Sida, Fédération Laïque de Centres de Planning Familial, and Modus Vivendi, the network promotes harm reduction in festive settings, addressing risks related to sexual health, violence, hearing, and psychotropic substances. Sylvie advocates for harm reduction as a vital part of partying.

Trained as a lawyer, Yamna is regularly consulted by cultural organizations and structures to reflect on and implement non-discriminatory practices. She is also invited to participate in, present, co-organize conferences, panels, workshops, or facilitate sensitive discussions. Deeply committed for many years to the alternative cultural scene, her latest project is Khalass!, an initiative aimed at personal financial and administrative education, primarily for marginalized artists.

With 10 years of experience in the events and nightlife sector, manager of La Cabane for the past 3 years, also working as a consultant for bar launches, helping operators optimise their establishments at launch. I also handle management for larger-scale projects such as Play Label, Slow Room, and various pop-up events in Brussels.

Lyne Bnc helps music industry players to develop better professional practices in the areas of gender, discrimination and safety. As a trainer, strategist and consultant, she builds bridges between cultural players, sociological theories and practical levers for action. Bi, queer, feminist and music lover, she has been navigating the music and cultural sector since 2012 with benevolence and pedagogy. You'll find her mainly in Brussels, or at any type of event bringing together those who are working for a cultural sector by and for all.

Lauraline Michel is a trainer and expert in the fields of vicarious stress prevention and gender-based and sexual violence. She is a co-founder of the non-profit organization OXO, a feminist initiative that offers training, team support, and the creation of educational tools in Belgium, France, and other countries. She contributed to the establishment of the RIFI – Intersectional Feminist Intercultural Network and occasionally works with CeRSO – the Resource Center for Social Work.

An artist, producer, and event organizer for over 20 years, Gwenaël is now the director of the Sysmo collective and the educational coordinator of the Sysmo Workshops. In this role, he organizes numerous events, courses, and workshops for an adult audience. In 2024, after discussions with individuals involved in the feminist movement and addressing harassment and abuse cases involving work partners, he began transitioning his projects. While progress has been made, significant work remains, and new challenges have emerged that he is working to address.

Alya Dirix’ official title is 'coordinator and spokesperson of the Brussels Night Council,' a role that encompasses a broad range of responsibilities. With a background in Ethics and Public Policy, Alya facilitates the development and implementation of nighttime public policies in collaboration with various Brussels institutions, nightlife representatives, and civil society, all with the aim of promoting a high-quality nightlife across the entire Brussels Capital Region.

Nicolas Hemeleers is a lawyer and urban planner. He co-founded the urban planning firm CityTools and the non-profit 24hBrussels, with which he conducted the study Territories of the Night, the first attempt to map Brussels nightlife and explore its integration into the urban landscape. He also co-founded Bxl CONGRES, managing the cultural occupation of Congres railway station in Brussels from 2007 to 2014, hosting events like High Needs Low, Gelatina, and Document, as well as exhibitions and urban debates. Between 2017 and 2020, he co-organized the Mercurochrome events and is now a member of the Brussels Night Council.

Thibault Van Malderen is a production manager at Vostock and Beursschouwburg. Following the successful launch of floor 10, a temporary club set in a former printing factory in Brussels, he has continued to curate and produce a diverse range of events in unconventional locations throughout the city.

Laure Robenek works at the VGC as a Youth Collectives Support Officer, responsible for the funding line À Fonds+. In addition to being an avid clubber, Laure has spent several years working as an awareness and safer space advocate. She has also been a member of various nightlife collectives, including Nacht, Affair, and Fabrik.

He is an architect and urban planner at perspective.brussels, where he contributes to various planning tools that shape the future of the city. He also helped launch the "Temporary Occupation Desk." Given the potential of temporary occupation to address key issues in the Region, this desk aims to promote and facilitate these temporary uses.

Founder and manager of Entrakt. Entrakt specializes in activating empty premises and terrains, working with developers and public authorities to bring vacant properties to life. They manage the transition from temporary activation to permanent use where possible, helping clients focus on their core business while creating opportunities for new organizations.

Since 2009, Sylvie Van Huffel has worked in Health Promotion and joined the Safe Ta Night network for Modus Vivendi in 2020, coordinating the Brussels network for health in festive settings. The network, launched with the collaboration of the Platform for HIV Prevention, the Secular Federation of Family Planning Centers, and Modus Vivendi, aims to promote harm reduction in festive settings, empowering partygoers to reduce risks related to sexual health, violence, hearing damage, and substance use.

Nathan Pujadas is the general coordinator of Brussels by Night. From his different experiences in public relations, cultural policies and artistic production to the management of several music and event collectives in France, he works now on a daily basis on helping Brussels nightlife scene to develop.

Shoko Chachua is the founder of VINTYLATOR, a social enterprise focused on sustainability through creative upcycling. With 16+ years of experience in marketing and event management, she has worked on festivals like Tbilisi Open Air and Ezo Festival, led cross-border music exchanges, and is now bringing her passion for creativity and sustainability to the Brussels music scene.

Chloé Gatignol is in charge of project development at Technopol (the french Electronic Music network) and since this year co-curating Paris Electronic Week. Among other she's in charge of operating Courts Circuits, an EU initiative to reduce the carbon footprint of live Electronic Music. Chloé is also doing music curation for a small venue in Paris, mostly booking local emerging artists.

Juliette Josse is a programmer at Lyon’s Arty Farty association, known for Nuits sonores, European Lab, and Intérieur Queer festivals. She works to blend disciplines and showcase diverse artistic scenes. Since late 2023, Juliette has coordinated TIMES, a European collaborative project uniting 10 independent music festivals to promote diversity, sustainability, and cross-disciplinary performances, co-funded by the EU.

Amir (he/him) is a London-born, Berlin-based interdisciplinary urban and cultural researcher and project manager of Swedish, Egyptian and German heritage. As Project Manager and Researcher for VibeLab, Amir has led nightlife research, governance and advocacy projects across Europe, North America, and Australia/Oceania. Amir holds a BA in Geography from King’s College London and a PGDip in Urban Studies from University College London.

Korneel Boon is a project- & international relationships manager for electronic music at VI.BE in Brussels.

Peter Decuypere (1963) is the founder of iconic techno brands I Love Techno and Fuse. A philosopher by training, he brings a visionary approach to events and marketing. After selling his company in 2001, he became a marketing consultant for major events and authored bestselling books on event marketing. In 2023, he launched GLOBSUS, a company focused on event sustainability through the SDGs and ESG framework.

Co-founder of C12, Kevin is managing Horta Gallery and is a board member of Brussels by Night and urban/nightlife think tank 24hbrussels.

Helena Naeff is a grant consultant for the Amsterdam Fund for the Arts (AFK), overseeing funding applications for Music and Music Theatre. She coordinates a scheme focused on Amsterdam's night culture, encouraging young audiences (18-27) and supporting informal networks. Also a DJ (Hellie), Helena organizes events and founded Pique, a booking agency promoting diversity and supporting women in nightlife.

Robbe Van Bogaert is the founder of EVENTSURE and a nightlife expert for youth in Antwerp. With 20 years of experience, he’s created transformative cultural and club spaces in Antwerp and abroad. He’s been involved in government-funded youth projects and guides new venues. Living with multiple epiphyseal dysplasia, Robbe advocates through his Human Power project, promoting accessibility and empowering others to create change.

Léa Dornier is a cultural journalist who infuses her passion for literature, cinema and theatre into the pages of L'Echo. She has published articles in Vice, Axelle Magazine, Revue Politique and Alter Echos about social issues.

Romain Baudson is a Brussels-based event promoter. He is part of Play Label, a leading collective in the city’s electronic music scene and a pioneer of open-air events in the capital. He also serves as a board member and former head coordinator of Brussels By Night, advocating for nightlife culture.

Alexander Bücheli led the nightlife prevention program saferparty.ch from 2001 to 2015, establishing mobile drug checking and the Drug Information Center (DIZ). A co-founder of Safer Clubbing Switzerland and the Bar & Club Commission Zurich, he now works as a freelance consultant and lobbyist for various Swiss nightlife networks. He also co-curates NIGHTS – Stadt nach Acht and Zurich Music Week.

Maude Glorieux is head of the Public Tranquillity and Events Department at the City of Brussels. She oversees managing public noise issues, supporting event organizers, and balancing local residents' needs. Her department addresses nuisance-related conflicts, develops projects, and monitors action plans in the nightlife and events sectors, focusing on nuisance prevention, risk reduction, and combating gender-based violence.

Lorenzo Serra is a cultural entrepreneur and co-founder of Brussels By Night. In 20 years, he has organised more than 1,000 events at which more than 3,000 artists have performed - in concerts, DJ sets, fashion shows and exhibitions. In 2020, he co-founded the first Brussels Federation of Nightlife Professionals - the Brussels By Night Federation - which, as soon as the covid-19 crisis hit, demonstrated the need to protect and support the Brussels nightlife sector.

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Alya Dirix’ official title is 'coordinator and spokesperson of the Brussels Night Council,' a role that encompasses a broad range of responsibilities. With a background in Ethics and Public Policy, Alya facilitates the development and implementation of nighttime public policies in collaboration with various Brussels institutions, nightlife representatives, and civil society, all with the aim of promoting a high-quality nightlife across the entire Brussels Capital Region.

Patrick Bontinck, CEO of visit.brussels since 2010, has led the city’s communications strategy and played a key role in its international recognition. With extensive experience in hotel management, development, and marketing, he excels in team leadership, negotiation, and lobbying. He founded the Brussels Hotels Association and holds leadership roles in several industry organizations.

Delphine Houba is a Belgian politician who served as Alderwoman for Culture, Tourism, and Major Events in the City of Brussels from 2018 to 2024. Passionate about democratizing culture, she worked to make cultural events accessible to all. She notably initiated projects to enhance Brussels' appeal through festivals, exhibitions, and major gatherings. Committed to supporting the event sector, she also implemented measures to assist organizers in facing crises.

Hang Nguyen is a Belgian politician, First Alderman in Watermael-Boitsfort, and a member of the Mouvement Réformateur (MR). Since 2018, she has overseen economic development, social life, education, and European relations, initiating public events and projects that enhance neighborhood life, foster social cohesion, and preserve a high quality of living for all.

Since June 2023, Ans has been serving as the Secretary of State for the Brussels-Capital Region, handling Urban Planning, Heritage, European and International Relations, Foreign Trade, Fire Fighting, and Emergency Medical Aid. Additionally, she is a member of the Flemish Community Commission, overseeing Culture, Youth, Sport, Community Centres, Living Together, and Diversity.

Steven has spent over a decade shaping Belgium’s electronic music scene, founding the globally recognized VOLTAGE concept. As artistic and managing director of Fuse, a Brussels techno institution, he has played a key role in its cultural heritage recognition. He also runs XRDS, a renown electronic music festival beneath Anderlecht's bridges.

Co-founder of La Cabane, specialized in sound, technical aspects, and overall administrative, structural, and logistical management. Active in the nightlife sector for 20 years, with first concrete steps taken in 2010 as a promoter/organizer of events at Wood (currently Flore, Bois de la Cambre).

Nicolas Van der Linden is a part-time lecturer in social and intercultural psychology at the Free University of Brussels (ULB) and is responsible for monitoring and evaluation at Modus Vivendi asbl, a Brussels-based harm reduction organization. He also coordinates Belgium's efforts for Support. Don't Punish, an international campaign advocating for health-based drug policies. He obtained his PhD in social psychology from ULB in 2011 and recently participated in the 2021 summer school of the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction, as well as the 2021-2022 drug policy training by the Pompidou Group.

Hailing from Brussels, Zouzibabe has quickly become a key figure in the city’s flourishing scene. Paradise City festival’s programmer by day, she seamlessly transitions into a DJ at night. A regular of Belgian institutions like C12, Fuse, La Cabane and Ampere, as well as major festivals such as Listen!, Dour and Horst, her presence spreads across the country’s nightlife. She can also be heard on her monthly residency on Kiosk Radio, along with shows on Refuge Worldwide, Hör, Rinse France and Operator Radio. Away from the decks, she runs the feminist collective ‘Rebel’, committed to reshaping the club scene for the better, striving for a safer and more inclusive environment.

Robin Drevet, an activist in the fight against HIV/AIDS and hepatitis for over 15 years, has worked in Harm Reduction related to the use of both legal and illegal drugs. Currently, he is the coordinator of festive projects at the non-profit organization Modus Vivendi, where he leads a team of 7 people working on projects such as psychoactive substance analysis, alcohol harm reduction in student settings, and interventions in festive environments.

Pauline Draps works as the Harm Reduction Manager at Brussels By Night. The organization was created in 2020 to identify the common interests of the nightlife industry and preserve its creative, evolving and sustainable activities. It is meant to act as a liaison between authorities and nightlife organisers, and support the sector in defining their values and processes to create safer spaces for all.

For the past 16 years, Arnaud de Brye has grown with Esperanzah!. His journey, from volunteer to employee, has led him to coordinate the entire festival. He is convinced that culture can be a driving force for change and is committed to making Esperanzah! a vehicle for social and ecological transformation.

Grégoire Rondelet works in the health promotion unit of the French Community Commission (COCOF), responsible for implementing and monitoring health promotion policy in the Brussels-Capital Region. In line with the legal framework, health promotion is organized around a five-year plan that defines the themes, objectives, strategies, target groups, and priority living environments to focus on in order to improve the population's health and reduce social health inequalities. Operators (actors, networks, support and assistance services) have been designated to implement the Health Promotion Plan 23-27.

Véronique Flammang is the coordinator of hub.info, the information and orientation service for entrepreneurs at hub.brussels. Any entrepreneur, project leader, or existing business can contact hub.info for any questions related to their project: subsidies, financing, legal issues, training, support, and more.

Alexandra Lambert is the coordinator of creative.hub, a network of hub.brussels partners dedicated to supporting entrepreneurship and fostering the professional growth of individuals in the cultural and creative industries.

Maude Glorieux is head of the Public Tranquillity and Events Department at the City of Brussels. She oversees managing public noise issues, supporting event organizers, and balancing local residents' needs. Her department addresses nuisance-related conflicts, develops projects, and monitors action plans in the nightlife and events sectors, focusing on nuisance prevention, risk reduction, and combating gender-based violence.

Emna Chaouch is a business-show-woman combining business expertise with a passion for the stage. As a Public Speaking Expert, Business Mentor, and Self-Leadership Coach, she helps professionals and organizations excel in presentations, business growth, and leadership. Known for her optimism and energy, Emna inspires clients to achieve significant business success and become thought leaders in their industries.

Lyle Bignon is the NTIA’s NTE Ambassador for Birmingham, with over 15 years of experience in the UK and European music, NTE, media, and PR industries. He has championed and lobbied for music and night-time economy sectors, working with artists, venues, charities, and brands. Lyle founded the Birmingham Music Coalition in 2014 and advocates for the city's music scene and industry support.

Thomas Kok, a journalism graduate, began in hospitality by opening Café Maison du Peuple in Saint-Gilles in 2008, a popular venue for DJ sets and concerts. He later managed iconic spots like Chez Franz, Chez Richard, and Café la Pompe. In 2017, he co-founded Kiosk Radio, a community station in Parc de Bruxelles. Now, he focuses on managing and overseeing the financial aspects of his projects.

As manager of Event Confederation, Christine Merckx is also spokesperson of the Belgian event sector. The ambition of Event Confederation is to unite and represent all event professionals, to fight for common objectives. As leading point of contact and matchmaker for professionals, policymakers, researchers, media and the public, Event Confederation is focused on fostering unity and strength throughout the event sector.

Daria, passionate about nightlife, started as a hostess and barmaid before specializing in event management at ISALT. With extensive experience, she co-founded UMI Brussels, a venue merging music and art. She has worked on major nightlife events like Listen Festival, Fiesta Latina, and The Sub, demonstrating her commitment to evolving Brussels' nightlife scene.

Journalist, radio host and podcast author, she has many passions and commitments. Among them: music and feminism. With a taste for storytelling and an ever-engaged eye, she explores the social function of nightlife.

Based in Brussels, Guillaume Bleret has been working in the field of visual art and party creation since 2006. He is co-author of the Gay Haze, an event known for its disruptive approach to Sunday rest. A gathering space that questions social norms and offers a joyful retreat from the rigidity of everyday life.

Galilée is event manager at La Bringue, a “girls only”, gender-neutral party concept. Working exclusively with women, she designs nightlife events by and for them, placing sisterhood and empowerment at the heart of her projects.

Miguel Perez is the co-founder of LO Group. In 2015, he created the Chez Ginette parties, which take place every Friday in the center of Brussels. Along with Ginette, he also organizes numerous open-air events that bring together thousands of people in various locations around Brussels. In addition to his experience in event management, he also owns several festive establishments like Café Bastoche and Mylène. Furthermore, he has specialized in rooftop management and currently manages two: Rooftop Perché and Rooftop 58.

Lola & Axel have been in charge of Brasserie Illegaal's programming since the very beginning, Because they love people, day and night, and the culture that sustains them, Illegaal has been supporting artists and socio-cultural projects since 2016. It promotes exchange, sharing and encounters through its events, and encourages alternative venues and partners.

Valerie Wynants spins the airwaves on Studio Brussels' UNTZ and owns the night as séa. Beyond the studio & night, Valerie shares her expertise as a lecturer in storytelling and media management at Hogeschool PXL-MUSIC

Laurent Bassols is Program Manager and resident DJ at Rinse France. Founding member and DJ, as Azamat B, of the La Big Familia collective from Perpignan and Montpellier, has developed a multifaceted career in the music industry. He has played a key role in the Montreal nightlife scene with his Boomclap residencies, curated festivals such as La Calypso and Vermeille. He remains active across a wide range of music platforms and events.

Jim Becker is a co-founder at Kiosk Radio, where he manages production and daily operations. He’s also a father, a dj, and an avid but average cook

Hailing from Brussels, Arthur VCR infuses his compositions and mixs with a sense of spaciousness, seamlessly interweaving diverse rhythms and textures. He is one of the two heads of the new webradio in Brussels GIMIC RADIO , transmitting sounds waves from the heard of the city. Arthur is in charge of the management of the project and venue.

Born and raised in Morocco, and now based in Brussels, ojoo, fka OJOO GYAL, has established a mean reputation for mapping a sound uniquely hers in meticulous DJ mixes since 2019 at venues across Morocco and Europe and in mixtapes on Accidental Meetings and Chrome. During her studies, she also researched webradios as part of her academic thesis.

Freelance journalist (VICE, Konbini, La Vague Parallèle), former radio host, artistic co-director of Aura Club in Antwerp, Matéo Vigné is a music enthusiast who grew up in Marseille, France. Since 2023, he is also the City Manager of Brussels, Ghent and Antwerp for Resident Advisor. A compulsive digger who loves to understand how countercultures develop throughout the mainstream. Passionate writer with a focus on social justice, downtempo grooves, alternative movements, and very fierce breaks.

Stanislawa (she/her) is a DJ and producer based between Brussels and Amsterdam, known for her 90’s trance, sexy techno, and progressive house. She founded the queer collective Deep Down East and initiated events like "Slava" and "Rave Against Fascism." With gigs at venues like Fuse, Ancienne Belgique, and festivals like Boiler Room and Pukkelpop, she released her first EP, Forever Strong, in May 2024. She also hosts a monthly residency on Brussels-based radio Gimic.

Sébastien is the co-founder of Magma, a Brussels-based collective and agency. As an artist manager, he supports the careers of emerging and established talents while developing thoughtful communication strategies. Deeply immersed in the underground music scene, he curates events with expertise and performs as DJ under the name of Bon Public. His work reflects his dedication to the dynamic Brussels music community.

Joyce is one of the concert promoters of Ancienne Belgique. Joyce's passion for music is reflected in her collaborative projects with local and international artists, as well as her involvement in various music festivals and cultural events. As a community-driven entrepreneur she also advocates for more diversity and representation in the music industry (on, behind, and off stage).