GEN Belgium International Entrepreneurship Finals 2026

Ready to scale your startup internationally?

The GEN Belgium International Entrepreneurship Finals 2026 is the national platform connecting startups and scale-ups with investors, experts and growth partners.

As part of the Entrepreneurship World Cup ecosystem, this program focuses on high-quality matchmaking, collaboration and acceleration. Selected participants gain access to a strong ecosystem, unlocking both Belgian and international opportunities.

What to expect:
• Targeted matchmaking with investors and strategic partners
• Valuable feedback to strengthen your project
• Acceleration opportunities and international exposure
• On-stage pitch during the national finals

Selected startups will pitch on June 22, 2026 and take their venture to the next level, with the opportunity to join the EWC international bootcamp and more.

Timeline 2026:
• May: applications open via the EWC platform
• Late May – early June: regional preselection (Flanders, Wallonia, Brussels)
• June 5: invitations sent to selected startups
• June 5 – 15: matchmaking meetings organization
• June 22, 2026: national finals

Application deadline: May 22, 2026

Apply now and accelerate your international growth: Apply here

Organized by Voka, AKT and BECI, with the support of PMV, Wallonie Entreprendre and finance&invest.brussels.