Young Voka Metropolitan is thrilled to invite you to an exclusive evening with Federal Minister Eléonore Simonet, responsible for the Middle Class, the Self-Employed and SMEs, on Wednesday, November 19 at Au Vieux Saint Martin, one of Brussels’ most authentic and charming restaurants.
Join us for an engaging conversation with Minister Simonet about her experiences as the youngest federal minister in Belgian history, her first months in office, and her plans for the rest of the legislature.
After the discussion, enjoy a two-course dinner, continue the conversation in a relaxed setting, and network with fellow young entrepreneurs.
A unique opportunity to get inspired, connect with peers, and enjoy a great evening – don’t miss it!
About Eléonore Simonet
Éléonore Simonet has been Belgium’s Minister for the Middle Class, the Self-Employed, and SMEs since February 2025. At 27, she is the youngest minister ever in a federal government.
She entered politics in 2024, running for office for the first time in the June regional elections, where she secured a seat in the Brussels Parliament. In October 2024, she was elected as a municipal councillor in Woluwe-Saint-Lambert.
Prior to her political career, Simonet worked as a corporate lawyer at the Brussels Bar, where she was admitted in September 2022. She holds a master’s degree in law from UCLouvain, with a specialization in civil law and criminal law.
Program
- 18:00 Welcome & reception
- 18:30 Conversation with Minister Eléonore Simonet
- 19:30 Two-course dinner & networking
- 22:00 End
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