Featuring 🇧🇪 's boldest, The Entrepreneurs series highlights stories about vision, perseverance and how to make it big in the States. Today in The Entrepreneurs, Court 16 Co-Founder and CEO Anthony Evrard 🎾 🎾 🎾 Focused, ambitious, family-oriented, hardworking, open-minded, flexible. Anthony Evrard checks off many boxes. And with Court 16 to run and plans to expand beyond NY, he is on the ball. An entrepreneur at heart, Anthony started his US adventure in '99, when he got an athletic scholarship at Loyola Marymount University in California. "Although I never aspired to become a professional tennis player, my California experience really shaped the rest of my life. It’s where I learned about the importance of self-discipline, how to multitask and thrive in an international environment." After an impressive career in branding and marketing for companies like Rémy Cointreau and Puma, Anthony would eventually go back to his childhood passion: tennis. "I noticed that in the US, tennis clubs could enhance their sense of community. Sure, there were courts to explore and classes to take… But there was hardly any focus on bringing people and families together -an aspect that I enjoyed so much as a kid. In a way, I wanted to transplant my fond memories of playing tennis at Royal Leopold Club in Uccle to NY, and create a similar concept cut to the city’s character." And so he did. The atmosphere at Court 16 is bustling with activity -focused yet warm, open yet organized. Here -tennis players of all ages and levels are welcome…. even the little ones! "Our youngest players are 2,5 years old, which is a unique Court 16 perk… and not just for the toddlers! As many parents work full time, our academy and camps are the perfect solution to summer childcare headaches. People know their children are in good hands… and they learn how to play tennis or pickleball -a popular variant that we started offering 6 years ago." With 3 NY locations, plans to build a regional group in the North East, Anthony is ahead of the game and always on the outlook to improve, grow and stand out from other tennis clubs. "At Court 16, collaboration and listening to team members are key. Without it, success could have never come about. My family is also pivotal in the steps I take. And so are my investors. From the early development of the Court 16 concept, to pitching new ideas… They are all part of the Court 16 story." Filip Vanden Bulcke Embassy of Belgium in the United States of America #theentrepreneurs #court16 #tennis #belgiumintheus
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Welcome to the official Linkedin Page of the Consulate General of Belgium in New York, which represents Belgium in 23 states and 2 counties: Connecticut, North Dakota, South Dakota, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Texas, Vermont, Wisconsin and the Counties Campbell and Kenton from Kentucky.
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La Belge is a unique interview series that celebrates Belgian women and their personal NY stories. Today in La Belge, we get to know Cecile Abramowicz. Check out the interview on our Facebook page! Filip Vanden Bulcke Embassy of Belgium in the United States of America #LaBelge #belgiumintheus
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A stroll in Central Park, a cocktail at Bemelmans bar, a ride on the Cyclone, a $1.50 dollar pizza slice... We can think of a million reasons why you should visit NY. And doing business is definitely one of them! Together with hub.brussels in NY, AWEX USA, and Wallonie Bruxelles International, we welcomed the students from Ichec Brussels Management School to discuss US business opportunities, transatlantic career paths and exciting internships. Thank you for your visit! We can’t wait to see you become Belgium's next business leaders! Filip Vanden Bulcke Embassy of Belgium in the United States of America #businessintheusa #businessstudents #Ichec #belgiumintheus
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Are you feeling nostalgic about World Chocolate Day? Are you craving ganache, orangettes, chocolate mousse and gianduja bars? NO NEED TO PANIC! The US is home to many Belgian chocolate stores, like Neuhaus, Confiserie Leonidas S.A., MOJO Desserts and BE Chocolat LLC Order in person or online and get your 🍫 fix! Filip Vanden Bulcke Embassy of Belgium in the United States of America #belgianchocolate #belgiumintheus #worldchocolateday
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💙 💚 💛 💜 ❤️ LOVE IS LOVE 💖 Thank you for joining us at our PRIDE party! Filip Vanden Bulcke Laurent Frédérickx Embassy of Belgium in the United States of America #loveislove #pridecelebration #belgiumintheus
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🌱 🌊 What a wonderful day to visit Brooklyn Army Terminal (BAT)! Together with New York City Economic Development Corporation, Filip Vanden Bulcke hosted fellow Consuls General and colleagues to catch a glimpse of BAT - an impressive four-million-square-foot campus that is home to over one hundred businesses and over four thousand jobs. As the premier affordable NY hub for modern industrial businesses, entrepreneurs, and working families, BAT is a modern industrial campus, nested at the South Brooklyn waterfront. Fueled by NYCEDC, BAT will also be a frontrunner in climate innovation. By providing several pilot zones with live, built environments, climate tech companies will be able to test, refine, de-risk, and demonstrate their products in New York City’s complex urban environment. Thank you for the great tour! Embassy of Belgium in the United States of America hub.brussels in New York Wallonia Export & Investment Agency #belgiumintheus #climateinnovation
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Featuring 🇧🇪 's boldest, The Entrepreneurs series highlights stories about vision, perseverance and how to make it big in the States. Today in The Entrepreneurs, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Le Botaniste, Laurent Francois. “Let’s meet at the carrot!” Shortly after we hit the send button, Laurent pops up—a tall man with a welcoming smile and ready to roll. Scrolling through the photos, we agree that posing next to the carrot sounded better than the actual outcome. “Yes, the light is off. Let me fix it!” As Laurent stacks two wobbly stools on top of each other to reach the culprit light bulb, dramatic scenes start playing in our heads: a fall, broken limbs, a hospital visit…. But Laurent manages to unscrew the light bulb and keeps a cool head—a key feature to have as an entrepreneur. In 2015, Le Botaniste—a plant-based, organic restaurant developed by Laurent and fellow Belgian entrepreneur Alain Coumont, opened its first location in Ghent. Four months later, a second restaurant opened its doors in New York. “If you want to grow as a company and expand on a national level, you first need to prove that your concept works locally. That’s why for now, our focus is on NY. And we’re doing great! This year, we’ll be opening two new locations!” When we ask Laurent about his drive and passion for his company, he couldn’t be more clear: “Between me and Le Botaniste, it’s a love affair! Serving your customers delicious healthy and affordable food while knowing you also have a positive impact on the environment is a fantastic feeling to have! Of course, we've faced rough moments too, like the pandemic. But even under those difficult circumstances, there was a silver lining: people became more conscious of the importance of a healthy diet. This open-mindedness towards plant-based food led to an influx of new customers.” As we indulge in Le Botaniste’s signature chili, we smile and say: “This is so good!” “I know! The moment people try Le Botaniste, they keep coming back, even those who are skeptical about a plant-based diet. I once convinced a die-hard meat lover to taste our chili, and he loved it! Le Botaniste's success is not only centered around the positive impact it has on the environment and people’s health, though. Our teams are just as crucial—turning every lunch or dinner into an unforgettable experience.” Filip Vanden Bulcke Embassy of Belgium in the United States of America #theentrepreneurs #lebotaniste #belgiumintheus
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We are thrilled to share the success of our recent Flying Consul Mission in Chicago, led by our Deputy Consul General Laurent Frédérickx, alongside Magali Kelfkens and our Honorary Consul in Chicago Paul Van Halteren Flying Consul Missions are invaluable to our Belgian community outside of New York, providing essential consular services and building strong connections. Thank you to our Chicago community for your warm reception! Stay tuned for more initiatives bringing our services closer to you! Filip Vanden Bulcke Embassy of Belgium in the United States of America #flyingconsul #consularinfo #belgiumintheus
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bold, geometric shapes a sleek, streamlined look, and above all… timeless elegance. That’s art deco. That’s Brussels. In 2025, the centennial of this exquisite visual arts, architecture, and design style will be celebrated in our capital with galas, music festivals, open door days, and much more! Together with hub.brussels New York and Art Deco Society of New York, we had the immense pleasure to host a wonderful presentation by Emanuele Rebasti -member of the Brussels Art Deco Society. In light of the upcoming festivities, Emanuele captivated the audience with enthralling visuals of Brussels’ art deco gems and the fascinating stories behind them. We can’t wait to plan our art deco trip to Brussels! Filip Vanden Bulcke Laurent Frédérickx Embassy of Belgium in the United States of America Explore.Brussels #artdeco #explorebrussels #belgiumintheus
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As we were gearing up for the Federal and European elections, Celine De Vriese joined us for a few weeks and proved to be an excellent asset to our team! Thank you for your hard work, cool spirit and great sense of humor. We hope to see you soon… Here or in Brussels! "It was fantastic to help organize the Belgian and European elections at the Consulate General! I assisted in setting up the polling station, managed voter registration, and helped with the election’s organization in general. I’m always in for a new challenge! So my experience here was very rewarding, offering me a unique glimpse into the importance of consular services for Belgians in New York! A big thank you to my colleagues for their support and guidance throughout this journey!" Filip Vanden Bulcke Ministry of Foreign Affairs Belgium Embassy of Belgium in the United States of America Consulate General of Belgium in Los Angeles Consulate General of Belgium in Atlanta #belgiumintheus #belgianelections #europeanelections
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