Over het seminarie:

Inkijk in het schadebeheer en de aanpak van de fraudebestrijding, aan de hand van cases en cijfers.

Over de spreker:

Mertens Kris en Goedele Soetemans - Team-manager en inspecteur BOAR

Kris Mertens: gestart als schadebeheerder in 1993, inspecteur geworden in 2000 en team-manager in 2013. Goedele komt uit de communicatiesector en is nu een vijftal jaar werkzaam als inspecteur fraude.

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Over het seminarie:

Voor de vierde keer organiseren we de Creators Night! Verzin jij een oplossing voor de uitdaging van een Mechels bedrijf ?

NL/Kom een avond naar de bruisende Stad Mechelen om daar oplossingen te bedenken voor real life uitdagingen van lokale ondernemers: De Fietsgids, De Stek & Verlinden Slaapcomfort. Je krijgt de eerste kneepjes van brainstorming & pitchen aangeleerd en gaat daarna aan de slag om jouw oplossing op het einde van de avond te pitchen aan onze ondernemers. De perfecte gelegenheid om jouw ondernemende skills uit te breiden en professioneel te netwerken!

Gratis, inclusief hapje en drankje.

Enkel voor studenten/student-ondernemers.

BELANGRIJK: Ingeschreven studenten krijgen tijd tot 21/02/2025 – 17u00 de tijd om zich uit te schrijven via laurens.raveel@thomasmore.be

In andere gevallen zal een “no show” fee aangerekend worden van 20,00 EUR voor de voorziene catering.

Meer info bij laurens.raveel@thomasmore.be

About the seminar:

In today’s dynamic business environment, companies must master more than just products and profits—they need to manage their license to operate. This business seminar equips leaders with the tools to strategically build and maintain their most important relationships. Learn how to tell your corporate story and vision in a way that resonates with key stakeholders, strengthen your capabilities in effective corporate communications, and shape public affairs to align with your objectives. This course empowers you to navigate complex networks, influence perceptions, and safeguard your organization's reputation for long-term success.

About the speaker:

Anthony Callaert is a legal expert and strategic consultant, specializing in corporate diplomacy, public policy, government relations, and strategic communications. With a wealth of experience, he crafts effective narratives around complex issues, shaping strategies for government and corporate affairs. His career includes roles as a policy advisor at the European Parliament, lawyer at DLA Piper, and advisor during high-level UN-lead international peace talks in Geneva. He also trained human rights lawyers for the UNHCR in Georgia. A cum laude law graduate from Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Anthony founded the United Nations Youth & Student Association of Flanders. (https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonycallaert/)

About the seminar:

Are you ready to explore how businesses can make a real difference in society while staying profitable? Our engaging CSR Seminar will introduce you to the essentials of Corporate Social Responsibility, covering how companies balance People, Planet, and Profit to create a better world.

What’s in it for you?

✅ Understand why CSR is more than just a trend—it’s a necessity for modern businesses.

✅ Learn from top experts from Johnson & Johnson and Telenet about how real companies integrate CSR into their strategies.

✅ Get practical insights on sustainability, diversity, and ethical business practices.

✅ Ask your burning questions and discover how YOU can contribute to a more responsible corporate world!

This is a must-attend event for students interested in business, sustainability, and social impact.

About the speaker:

Johnson & Johnson: Peggy Van Casteren, CSR Leader J&J Belgium - People & Social Belgium

Bert Verstappen, Manager Environmental Sustainability

Telenet: Elise Verlinden, Corporate Social Responsibility & Communication Expert

About the seminar:

- Linear business model versus circular business model

- Fashion supply chain is complex

- What is circular fashion (based on the butterfly model of Ellen MacArthur foundation)

- Innovative solutions

- Consumers’ role.

About the speaker:

Catherine Louies has more than 25 years of experience in fashion, of which more than 10 years in sustainability through different roles at a global fashion retailer but also has independent consultant for companies not only in fashion, but also packaging, and logistics. Being convinced of the need to move to circular fashion and understanding the important role of each consumer in that transition, she loves to develop the right tools to shift consumer behavior and increase the awareness around circularity.

Every year, Thomas More goes global during the International Days, where we welcome partner universities from all over the world. It’s a unique opportunity to network, exchange knowledge, and strengthen partnerships that ensure top-quality study and internship opportunities for you!

📅Save the date: Wednesday 19 March – The Day of International Guest Lectures!

From 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, you can dive into a world of inspiration with 40+ guest lectures from international experts and professors. This is your chance to gain new insights, broaden your perspective, and experience a truly global learning environment—all without leaving campus!

What’s in it for you?

• Discover global trends in business, innovation, and more

• Learn from top international lecturers

• Expand your network with global connections

• Earn 1 Business Seminar by attending at least 2 guest lectures (mandatory for 1st-year graduate + 1st & 2nd-year bachelor students in the business unit)

How to join?

Please sign up here for your favorite sessions. Don't miss out on this unique chance to bring the world to your classroom!

About the seminar:

Every time you walk into a store, you are part of a battle you don't even see. Brands compete for your attention, products fight for the best spots, and behind it all, data drives every move.

In this interactive seminar, we’ll give you a sneak peek into how data and smart analytics influence what you buy. Expect surprising insights and behind-the-scenes strategies about the power of data in retail!

About the speaker:

Nick Hollevoet, Data Insights Manager

About the seminar:

With Startpunt Ondernemen, we focus on entrepreneurship in an accessible way. After all, we believe that all students should become more entrepreneurial. On 25 March, in cooperation with UNIZO, we are organising a keynote by Jeroen Baert on AI.

You may know Jeroen Baert as a computer scientist, or from his work on TV or radio, or from the popular podcast Nerdland.

What can you expect from the keynote?

Description: What is Artificial Intelligence ? What is generative AI? How do neural networks, ChatGPT and Dall-E work? What are the strengths, weaknesses and limits of these tools? How will AI impact our society and the way we work and gather information? What does the future of AI look like? How can I use AI usefully now, as an individual and a company?

You will find answers to these questions in this lecture, which takes a humorous and critical look at the current hype surrounding AI.

Duration: 60-70m

Afterwards, we will also provide a panel discussion with student entrepreneurs. We will conclude with some snacks and a moment to exchange experiences in the Mediaforum on Campus De Ham.

About the speaker:

You may know Jeroen Baert as a computer scientist, or from his work on TV or radio, or from the popular podcast Nerdland.

How to subscribe:

https://www.unizo.be/netwerken/activiteiten/inspiratiecafe-waarom-wachten-student-ondernemerschap_25-03-2025

About the seminar:

AI is more than just a buzzword—it’s your secret weapon for learning, creating, and solving problems! From helping you write essays to generating music and art, AI can do a lot. It doesn’t think like us, but it learns from data to predict and create. Ready to see what it can do? Let’s dive in and start exploring!

About the speaker:

Collin Van der Vorst, teacher, AI expert and webdeveloper

Over het seminarie:

Gino, commissaris Verkeer van de politiezone Rivierenland, komt jullie graag meer uitleg geven over de structuur van de Belgische Politie. Daarnaast zullen we de risico's van alcohol- en druggebruik in het verkeer overlopen. Hoeveel alcohol mag je drinken? Zijn er trucs om de afbraak te versnellen? Wat gebeurt er juist bij een politiecontrole? Kom het allemaal te weten op de avondseminarie van 01/04/2025!

Over de spreker:

Gino Verbruggen, commissaris

Over het seminar:

Tijdens deze sessie ontdek je hoe je met je stem en boodschap impact maakt, anderen overtuigt en je actie in gang trapt.

- waarom is de vaardigheid van het spreken voor publiek essentieel?

- kracht van impact en overtuiging

- de pijlers van een goede toespraak

- krachtige voorbeelden

- exercise before talent

Over de spreker:

Ditte Knaepen, Veerle Laforce, Kris Van Hoeymissen - Leden van Toastmasters Mechelen

We zijn allemaal amateur sprekers die gestart zijn met knikkende knieën en een bonzend hart in de keel. Door regelmatig oefenen, opbouwende terugkoppeling, een hele resem tips en een snuifje doorzetting, hebben we allen de positieve impact mogen ervaren van "beter spreken voor publiek" op onze loopbaan, vriendschappen en gemeenschap.

About the seminar:

Two alumni and one graduate will be telling their story, their personal journey. Where they come from, how they experienced Thomas More, the little and big steps they took to where they are today. They will also tell you their dreams, the stars they are aiming for and how they plan to do this.

About the speaker:

Bishnu Adhikari, Nancy Agyemang & Sunday adekunle-famurew - Alumni

Over het seminarie:

Duurzaam groeien is voor vele organisaties een uitdaging. Neem je eerst personeel aan of ga je eerst op zoek naar nieuwe klanten? Moet ik eerst meer marketing doen of gaan we meer sales technieken inzetten? Of, moet ik eerst mijn klanttevredenheid omhoog halen? Thomas en Philippe, oprichters van marchant sales agency, ontwierpen een unieke matrix die organisaties in staat moet stellen om hun commerciële weerbaarheid te meten EN daardoor een beter zicht hebben hoe ze duurzame groei kunnen stimuleren.

 Over de sprekers:

Thomas Dupont en Philippe Verdyck hebben beide meer dan +10 jaar everaring in leidinggevende commerciële functies. Sinds augustus 2024 werken ze aan de groei van marchant sales agency, een start-up die bedrijven helpt groeien door op een strategische manier een duurzaam plan op te stellen.

Over het seminarie:

Tijdens ons gastcollege geven we de belangrijkste tips & tricks mee voor tijdens loonsonderhandelingen.

Topics zoals assertiviteit, voorbereiding, timing, etc. zullen zeker besproken worden.

Over de sprekers:

Mare Eyckens, Jeremy Delhaye & Feby De Maeyer - HR Assistant, zaakvoerder & Campus & Project Coördinator

About the seminar:

With the help of interesting panellists and experts, we will engage in an interesting discussion on the challenges and obstacles posed by AI in the tourism sector.