{"id":144958,"date":"2025-02-17T15:29:57","date_gmt":"2025-02-17T14:29:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/act-wise.be\/blogs\/break-the-ice-in-brussels-networking-art-and-a-spiritual-wolf\/"},"modified":"2025-02-17T15:29:57","modified_gmt":"2025-02-17T14:29:57","slug":"break-the-ice-in-brussels-networking-art-and-a-spiritual-wolf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/act-wise.be\/en\/blogs\/break-the-ice-in-brussels-networking-art-and-a-spiritual-wolf\/","title":{"rendered":"Break The Ice in Brussels: networking, art and … a spiritual wolf?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Brussels has no more secrets for me! Or is it just now? During Break The Ice<\/strong>, I not only discovered new places in the city, but also an unexpected side of myself (more on that later). Two days full of networking, great food and surprising experiences-I’d love to take you!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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The trip began with a site inspection of the brand new Cardo Hotel<\/strong>, a gem in town. Stylish, modern and the perfect place to stay. After a short tour, I was immediately allowed to test out the rooms – sleeping comfort? Check!<\/p>\n

But first: cocktails!<\/strong> The welcome drink was not just drinks and snacks; we also got the chance to unleash our inner Picasso and create our own abstract artwork<\/strong>. Whether my masterpiece ever ends up in a museum is doubtful, but at least it was a creative and hilarious experience.<\/p>\n

After drinks, it was time for a delicious dinner at Gritto<\/strong>, where my taste buds were as happy as my networking heart. New people, engaging conversations and a friendly atmosphere. A top finish to Day 1 … or wait, no, that was my bed at the Cardo Hotel. Blessedly slept!<\/p>\n

Day 2: Speed, spirit animals and a legendary party<\/strong><\/p>\n

After a hearty breakfast, we immediately shifted up a gear: speed dating with suppliers<\/strong>. Short, powerful and above all, lots of business cards exchanged. My interview techniques were on point and my pockets were bulging with contacts.<\/p>\n

After this intense morning, it was time to relax. But not just like that: I discovered my spirit animal!<\/strong> In the mysterious MOIR Museum<\/strong>, I was presented with a unique experience. And the big reveal? I am a wolf!<\/strong> Majestic, independent, but also a team player. Fits perfectly, right?<\/p>\n

The evening ended stylishly with a walking dinner at The Hoxton<\/strong>. Delicious food, great conversations and just when I thought the energy had run out, the atmosphere got all pumped up. A party to remember-because<\/strong>say it yourself, what’s a networking event without a party at the end?<\/p>\n

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Conclusion: Brussels, we did it right!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Break The Ice was a great mix of business & pleasure<\/strong>, networking & discovery, and of course food & party. I went home with a backpack full of new contacts, inspiration and … the knowledge that there is a wolf in me. Until the next edition!<\/p>\n

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