International Management Solutions, Inc.

Finance, Funding & Logistics: Key Strategies for Scaling into the US market
2024-05-29 17:00 - 20:00 (Europe/Brussels) | Grand Place 17, 17 Grand Place, Brussels, 1000, Belgium
Belwest and IMS present a networking, panel and cocktail event.
Welcome to the Finance, Funding & Logistics: Key Strategies for Scaling into US market event. Join us on Wed, May 29, 2024 at 17h at Huis van de Hertogen van Brabant as we delve into the essential strategies for expanding your business into the US market. Learn from industry experts and network with like-minded professionals. Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to take your business to the next level.
AGENDA

Doors open 17h
Networking 17h-17h30
Presentations 17h30-18h40
Reception: 18h40-20h

SPEAKERS

Jan Barbe – General Manager at KBC US
Piet Demunter – COO at Flanders Investment & Trade
Olivier Van Orshoven – Head of Startup.Flanders at Flanders Investment & Trade
Ben Troch – Director Benelux International at Management Solutions
Patrick Hollenfeltz – CEO at TLS Express
Yannis Moore – Founder & Managing Partner at Montfort Ventures
Alain Charbonnier – CEO at BelWest

PANEL SCHEDULE

Welcome by Alain Charbonnier, CEO at BelWest
‘US Tax Due Diligence Matters During a Funding Round’ by Ben Troch, IMS
‘Turn your logistics into your strategic asset’ with Patrick Hollenfeltz, TLS Express
‘International growth: an introduction to Flanders Investment & Trade and Startup.Flanders’ with Piet Demunter and Olivier van Orshoven
‘Fundraising: VC trends – European startups raising in the United States’ by Yannis Moore, Montfort Ventures
Conclusion by Jan Barbe, General Manager at KBC US

This event will be hosted at la Maison des Ducs de Brabant. It is co-organized by Belwest and IMS, and made possible by our partners and sponsors: KBC group, Druven, TLS Express, FIT, Startup.Flanders and Montfort ventures.
This is a limited seat venue. Should you be unable to attend at the last minute, we kindly ask you to unregister as soon as you can, so that someone else can benefit from your seat.

Belwest is the Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce for the Western US, headquartered in Los Angeles with chapters in San Francisco, San Diego, Portland OR, Brussels and Luxembourg, and connects the 2 biggest economies and innovation areas of the world : the Western US and the center of Europe. We help grow the business of our members through expansion services, effective networking and advocacy, and we are open to all businesses, whatever their size, location or nationality. The Chamber is organized in Special Interest Groups in Aerospace, Gaming and Entertainment, Architecture and Design, Life Science, Corp. Immersive Technology and is working on opening new Groups in CleanTech, Food and Beverage, FinTech and Blockchain… Belwest is associated with the International Federation of Chambers BLCCA in Brussels, and has a direct and privileged access to 14 Belgian and Luxembourg local Chambers, as well as 41 other multilateral Chambers across the world.

In Person Meetings with Ben Troch and Sophie Boutelegier
2024-06-18 | IMS Brussels, Lambroekstraat 5A, Zaventem, 1831, Belgium
Ben Troch and Sophie Boutelegier of Expandify cordially invite you to discuss your growth plans for the USA. Request a meeting by sending them an email with a short description of where you are on your expansion journey, along with your preferred day and whether you prefer a morning or afternoon time slot.

In Person Meetings with Ben Troch and Sophie Boutelegier
2024-07-09 | Van der Valk Hotel Brugge, Kapellestraat 146, Oostkamp, 8020

BelCham New Year Reception 2025
2025-01-28 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | BelCham NYC, 530 7th Ave, Suite 902, NY, 10018, United States
Don’t miss out on the BelCham New Year’s Reception on January 28th in NYC! IMS is excited to kick off 2025 by bringing together our amazing community from New York City and beyond. This isn’t just a celebration—it’s the perfect chance to connect, collaborate, and spark Belgian ambitions in the U.S. Let’s make this year one to remember!
Interesting in joining us? Seats are limited—register now.
– Free for BelCham Members
– Non-members: $50
We can’t wait to see you this evening of inspiration, celebration, and connection!

FACC: Professionals Afterwork
2025-02-06 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | The Gwen Hotel, 521 N Rush St, Chicago, IL, 60611, United States
Did you know that IMS is a member of the FACC (French-American Chamber of Commerce) in Chicago? Our Business Development & Strategic Relations Director, Laura Meyer, is looking forward to meeting some new faces at the Professionals Afterwork event on February 6th.

BAB: Spring Networking Reception
2025-03-20 18:00 - 20:00 (Europe/London) | Smith & Wollensky, 1-11 John Adam St, London, WC2N 6HT, United Kingdom
Rachelle Lindstrom, of IMS, is excited to join BritishAmerican Business and United Airlines and celebrate the arrival of spring at this networking reception.
Care to join? This event will be held in a destination for exceptional dining located in the heart of London, Smith & Wollensky. Enjoy an array of refreshing cocktails including United’s signature cocktail.
As space is limited, we would ask BAB members to nominate one colleague per company to attend and encourage you to RSVP promptly.

Voka: Sip & Connect - afterwork for entrepreneurs in Greater Leuven
2025-04-01 17:30 - 21:00 (Europe/Brussels) | Café Sport, Martelarenplein 13, Leuven, 3000, Belgium
Are you based in the Leuven area? If so, please join Ben Troch and meet other entrepreneurs in an informal setting!
We cordially invite you – entrepreneur or business manager – to the cozy networking drink Entrepreneurs Sip & Connect. This is an excellent opportunity to meet other entrepreneurs, exchange experiences and connect with the Voka Regional Board of Greater Leuven.
What can you expect? Come by for a drink and a small snack, offered by the Voka Regional Board of Greater Leuven. Afterwards, you can of course continue on your own initiative. We hope to see you there!

Consul General of the Netherlands: King's Day 2025
2025-04-24 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago)
IMS is proud of its strong relationship with the Netherlands. To celebrate this connection, Laura Meyer will be celebrating this year’s King’s Day with the Consul General of the Netherlands in Chicago.
Join us at The Arts Club of Chicago to celebrate the return of this Dutch tradition in Chicago, featuring delicious drinks, Dutch bites, and amazing raffle prizes—including flights to Amsterdam on KLM, a Gazelle bike, and more! Get ready to immerse yourself in Dutch culture and traditions as we honor the birthday of King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands.
Organized by the Consulate General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, in collaboration with the Dutch Club of Chicago and the Dutch American Chamber of Commerce, this event promises to be a memorable experience. Mark your calendars and come celebrate with us!

FACC: Gala
2025-05-15 18:00 - 23:00 (America/Chicago) | Ivy Room Chicago, 12 East Ohio Street, Chicago, IL, 60611, United States
IMS is yet again a proud sponsor of the French-American Chamber of Commerce Chicago annual gala. We’ll have a large group attending, so come say hi at our table!

EVENING PROGRAM AND HIGHLIGHTS
Held at the elegant Ivy Room, on May 15th, 2025, the evening will begin at 6:00 PM with a cocktail reception, providing a prime networking opportunity for guests to connect in a sophisticated setting. It is also a great opportunity to celebrate your own business success with your teams, customers, and key stakeholders.
A seated dinner will follow, featuring a keynote speaker and the highly anticipated Business Awards ceremony.
We are honored to welcome the Consulate General of France, who will join us in celebrating the strength and innovation of the French-American business
community.
