In pursuit of excellence: Swiss hospitality meets MICE creativity Invitation
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The Switzerland Convention and Incentive Bureau (SCIB) in Brussels and its Swiss partners are pleased to invite to its annual networking workshop for MICE professionals.
- Networking event What
- Tuesday, 14th October Date
- Château de Rivieren Event location
Program
This year’s edition will spotlight the pursuit of hospitality and excellence, featuring insights from
Vincent Vermeulen, founder of the School for Butlers & Hospitality. During the interactive presentation and workshop «From white gloves to “wow” moments», you’ll discover how anticipation, presence and discretion can transform client interactions and elevate your MICE practice. Learn from the best, gain invaluable insights, put tips and tricks into practice and get the opportunity to sample Swiss excellence first-hand during an unforgettable trip to Switzerland. Stay in Lausanne and Montreux and visit Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne, behind-the-scenes tour and meeting with a concierge from an iconic palace of the region.
The event will take place at Château De Rivieren in Ganshoren, a historic venue conveniently located near the Brussels Ring and easily accessible by public transport. An inspiring setting for this special evening. Enjoy a gourmet dinner prepared by “Quent on a Faim”, renowned for their dedication to local sourcing, seasonal ingredients and minimizing food waste, all while delivering exceptional flavours.
We look forward to your registration and your presence.
Timing
05.30 PM
PM Welcome at Château De Rivieren. Networking drinks.
Business workshop: your opportunity to meet our Swiss partners.
07.00 PM
Our presentation and interactive workshop: From white gloves to «wow» moments.
08.30 PM
Seated dinner with Swiss touch and wines.
Keynote speaker: From white glove to «wow» moments, by Vincent Vermeulen
Excellence in service starts with a mind-set and who better to demonstrate this than a professional butler? Vincent Vermeulen, founder of the School for Butlers & Hospitality, shares his techniques that turn service into craft. Discover how anticipation, presence and discretion can transform the way you engage with clients. More than inspiration, this session offers practical tools for your MICE practive - making every interaction not just seamless but truly memorable
Win an unforgettable trip to Switzerland
Let’s put the tips and tricks into practice during the interactive workshop. We propose a small competition during which teams of 5 compete for the big prize. To ensure the greatest chance of winning put your own team of 5 together and let us know at registration. Without team? Not to worry we’ll put fun teams together at the start of the competition. The prize for the winning team? An unforgettable trip to Switzerland to experience Swiss excellence first-hand. Stay in Lausanne and Montreux and visit the Ecole Hôtelière de Lausanne, with a behind-the-scenes tour and meeting with a concierge from an iconic palace of the region. Definitely a trip worth fighting for with a strong team!
Location: Château de Rivieren
The event finds its home in Château De Rivieren, a hidden gem full of history and character. Nestled in the green oasis of Ganshoren, just 10 minutes from the Brussels Ring and easily accessible by public transport, the venue perfectly blends timeless charm and
style with social impact at all levels.
Address: Drève du Château 66 1083 Ganshoren. Parking at the venue
Public Transport
Metro line 2 to Simonis and then bus 13 or 87 or tram 9
Swiss partners at the event
Basel Convention Bureau
Stefan Bonsels
Aurélie Duc
Geneva Tourism & Convention Bureau
Jonathan Willi
Lausanne Montreux Congress
Olivier Mathieu
Lucerne Convention Bureau
Milena von Ah
Swiss int. Air Lines c/o Lufthansa Group
Wouter Marsoul
Titlis Cableways
Sergio Scheiwiller
2m2c - Montreux Music & Convention Centre
Christoph Sturny
Contact: Myriam Winnepenninckx
myriam.winnepenninckx@switzerland.com
Tel. 02 345 83 57
With more than 30 years’ experience and an in depth understanding of the needs of the Belgian market in Meetings and Events, The Switzerland Convention & Incentive Bureau in Brussels can be of assistance for any of your requirements and offer innovative and independent advice and guidance, free of charge.