THE GUESTS:

💥  Edouard Vermeulen

Edouard Vermeulen is an interior designer by education and a fashion designer. In 1983, he took over the fashion house Natan (formerly run by Paul Natan) and imposed his vision of ‘easy luxury’, combining classic elegance and modernity. He has dressed many celebrities and royal families, and in 2002 was awarded the title of ‘official supplier to the Belgian Court’. He was knighted in 2017 and officially bears the title of Baron Vermeulen, marking his institutional recognition. Today, he still runs Maison Natan, which has several boutiques and a strong identity in the world of Belgian luxury.

💥  Brice Bühlmann

Brice Bühlmann is the managing director of Bühlmann SA, a Belgian family business specialising in machine tools, industrial automation and railway equipment. Founded over 80 years ago, the company offers cutting-edge solutions in milling, turning, machining electronics, 3D metal and polymer printing, as well as systems for trams, buses and metros. Under Brice's leadership, Bühlmann has notably installed Belgium's first 3D sand printer, illustrating its commitment to innovation in the industry.

💥  Laurence Meeùs

Laurence Meeùs co-founded Turtle after noticing during her maternity leave that there was a lack of organic cereals with no added sugar on the Belgian market. She therefore launched a range dedicated to healthy breakfasts. As Chief Product Officer, she oversaw the development of more than 30 products (half of which are gluten-free) and supported the brand's export to some 40 countries.

Turtle offers 100% organic, chemical-free, low-sugar products: its Cinnamon Cereals, for example, contain up to 30% less sugar than comparable brands. The company has made sustainability a core part of its mission: each box of cereal contributes to the preservation of biodiversity (≈500 insects ‘saved’ per box, according to the brand). Turtle is growing rapidly: it has established itself in Belgium as one of the leading brands in healthy breakfasts and stands out for its international positioning.