The power of intercultural intelligence
The power of intercultural intelligence
Business, Finance & Economy

Mon. March 23, 6:30PM

The power of intercultural intelligence

Why cognitive agility and cultural fluency are becoming decisive assets in global markets.

In today’s complex world, the ability to navigate different social, cultural, and sectoral codes has become a form of cognitive agility: the capacity to move between worlds, interpret shifting norms, and connect domains that rarely speak the same language.


Businesswoman Fatine Layt, global consumer investor Eric Melloul, CEO of Adore Me Romain Liot, and Vice-President at BlackRock Charles Woringer will share how this skill has become a defining advantage. They will explore why diversity is not just a social value or organisational challenge, but a strategic resource for understanding tomorrow’s consumers, markets, and opportunities — a tool to navigate and shape the future.


Co-organised with Play4Peace, the evening will bring together its young members and those of TheMerode. Small-group discussions will follow, offering a platform to exchange ideas and build meaningful connections.


About our partner Play4Peace:

Play4Peace's mission is to support youth, aged 16 to 25, in developping their skills for their personal and professional development through sport, education, and mentoring. It was founded by Ayman Ramdani, Commander of the Order of the Crown and Belgian Personality of the Year 2024 (Paris Match).



TheStables Brasserie will remain open in the evening.


If you wish to enjoy dinner after the program, you are welcome to reserve your table trough this link : https://bookings.zenchef.com/results?rid=372692


speaker

Fatine Layt

Fatine Layt Layt is the CEO of ACuratedby, a group servicing fashion and luxury for 25 years with Publishing, Data Analytics and Live Events. She is Executive in Residence at Lion Tree since 2025, after 8 years as President, European Capital coverage and Head of France (LT is a global US investment and merchant banking firm focused on Media,Technology and Digital Economy ).

speaker

Eric Melloul

Eric Melloul is a global consumer investor with two decades of experience scaling food and beverage brands across Europe, the US, and Asia. He has backed category-defining names including Oatly, Vita Coco, and Tony’s Chocolonely. Formerly at AB InBev and McKinsey & Company, Melloul combines operational expertise with strategic insight, anticipating long-term shifts in consumer behaviour and technology. Educated at LSE and Harvard.

speaker

Charles Woringer

Charles Woringer, CFA, is Vice President at BlackRock, overseeing client relationships in Belgium and Luxembourg. He previously managed multi-asset portfolios at Rothschild & Co. Woringer holds a Master’s in Business Engineering from Solvay Brussels School and is a CFA Charterholder.

speaker

Romain Liot

Romain Liot is an entrepreneur and keen observer of the fashion industry. He co-founded Adore Me in New York, building it into one of the most successful direct-to-consumer fashion brands of the past decade, culminating in its acquisition by Victoria’s Secret & Co. in 2023. Earlier in his career, he worked at McKinsey & Company, advising global organizations on strategy and large-scale transformation. Today, he operates at the intersection of fashion, technology, and sustainability, and serves as a Senior Advisor to Asterion Ventures, supporting the development of next-generation solutions for a more sustainable industry.
Start
Mon. March 23, 6:30PM
End
Mon. March 23, 9:00PM
Format
Regards Croisés
Language
French (BE) / Français (BE)
Guest allowed?
No

Address

Event
Pl. Poelaert 6
1000 Brussels
Belgium
Parking
Parking Poelaert, Place Poelaert 1000 Brussels

Detailed programme

Welcome
Mon. March 23, 6:30PM
Talk
Mon. March 23, 7:00PM
Group discussions and networking
Mon. March 23, 8:00PM
End
Mon. March 23, 9:00PM

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