WAT horizon 2027
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Brussels-based tech hub dedicated to European Innovation rallying startups, entrepreneurs & partners to consolidate and energize the tech ecosystem.

JOIN US

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Tech startups in their early stages, up to 6 people, fixed desks.

Application based

Join the community

Partners, VC, creatives, and non-profits. Access to workspaces, social areas and flex desk only.

Agenda

our space

NEWS

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LOCATION

In the heart of Brussels

Located in the vibrant center of Brussels, WAT is easily accessible by public transport and within walking distance of major landmarks and institutions.

~500m
Arcades Train Station
ULB
Sports Facilities
6 bus stops
~1,3KM
Watermael Train Station
Etterbeek Train Station
Boondael Train Station
~2KM
VUB
P+R Delta

OUR TEAM

founder

Thibaud Elzière

founder

Thibaud Elzière

Thibauld Elzière is a belgian-french entrepreneur 
and investor known for building and scaling innovative
businesses.



As the founder of hexa (formerly efounders), he has launched over 30 SaaS startups, including aircall, spendesk, and front. Several of his ventures have led 
to successful exits, such as textmaster, sold to acolad, and mention, acquired by mynewsdesk.

His portfolio also includes investments in high-growth companies like algolia 
and notion. 



Beyond SaaS, he supports projects like gama space and kate microcars, aiming to drive sustainability and accessibility. 5 years ago, he founded Iconic House, reinventing hospitality with the first private collection of luxury properties to rent, with servicesworthy of the very best hotels.

PRODUCT & MARKETING

Charlotte Keup

PRODUCT & MARKETING

Charlotte Keup

Charlotte Keup brings extensive expertise in product development, brand marketing, creative strategy, and identity development, honed through leadership roles, most recently at Profits and TheMerode.
As part of the TheMerode Club founding team, she played a key role growing an exclusive private club to 2,000 members, demonstrating her ability to build and scale strong communities. With deep experience shaping luxury and lifestyle brands, she will focus on crafting the project's identity, ensuring it aligns with its vision of innovation and excellence.

FINANCE & operations

Louis Langendries

FINANCE & operations

Louis Langendries

Louis Langendries brings extensive experience 
in Real Estate, having worked at CBRE, the world's largest commercial Real Estate firm, where he gained valuable expertise in property development and investment. An entrepreneur in both the nonprofit 
and private sectors, he combines strategic insight 
with hands-on execution. With his analytical background and a degree from the Polytechnic University of Milan, he will oversee the project's financial aspects and manage the follow-up of construction works.

HORIZON 2027

WAT horizon 2027
DISCOVER

A 10.000 sqm tech hub dedicated to European Innovation combining cutting-edge workspaces with exceptional hospitality, and vibrant social spaces.

Founded by Thibaud Elzière, WAT will open its doors in 2027, gathering a community of start-ups focusing on key development sectors.