DFS23 Sponsorship opportunities

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Digital Finance Summit !

The Digital Finance Summit, highly renowned for its focus on the ever-increasing digitalisation of the financial industry, is back again, setting the path for a bright, more dynamic future at the heart of Europe.

For the 8th consecutive year, FinTech Belgium is proudly creating a quality programme, across 4 stages along with an unmissable opportunity to network with key players from the Belgian FinTech world, with expected min. 600 to 700 delegates. Join us on Dec. 8th!

Let's explore NAVIGATING THE SPEED OF CHANGE through the 4 following themes

FINANCE EVERYWHERE

Today, Banks and Insurance companies are not the only distribution vectors of financial services and products... Finance is embedded in almost everything. Renting an object for a few minutes? Smart insurance is included in the service. Paying for street parking? There's a minute-byminute parking app with automatic payment. Making an e-commerce purchase? An automatic buy now-pay later credit.

"Finance Everywhere" is a concept that envisions a pervasive and seamless integration of financial services into our daily lives. It is an extension of the digital revolution, where financial transactions, investments, insurance and management become accessible across multiple platforms and devices. Thanks to technology, "Finance Everywhere" ensures financial services are convenient, efficient, inclusive, and instantaneous. During this session, we will explore the latest trends and the new customers' demands for climate change, shared economy and everything instant.

EMPOWERING DATA-DRIVEN INNOVATIONS

In the ever-evolving landscape of fintech and insurtech, data-driven innovations are reshaping the financial and insurance sectors. Advanced technologies leverage vast masses of data to enhance customer experiences, optimise risk assessment, and revolutionise traditional processes. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning algorithms analyse financial patterns and customer behaviour, enabling personalised financial services and tailored insurance solutions.

Real-time data analytics empower swift and informed decision-making, leading to agile responses to market dynamics. Secure data management ensures the protection of sensitive financial information, fostering trust among customers. During this session, we will listen to inspiring keynotes and a qualitative panel to understand the last challenges and opportunities posed by technology in our industry.

Let's explore NAVIGATING THE SPEED OF CHANGE through the 4 following themes

REGULATION AS AN OPPORTUNITY

While often viewed as a burden, regulation presents significant opportunities in the financial and insurance sectors. Robust regulatory frameworks create a stable and secure environment, instilling confidence among customers and investors. Compliance with regulations fosters transparency and accountability, enhancing the industry's reputation and credibility. Moreover, regulations can spur innovation by encouraging firms to develop new technologies and practices that meet compliance standards.

By proactively embracing regulation, businesses can build trust, unlock new markets, and position themselves for sustained growth in the dynamic landscape of finance and insurance.

By being at the forefront of regulation, states and regulators can create a conducive framework for the emergence of new business models.

Our speakers and panelists will provide an update on the status of various European regulations (MiCA, PSD3, PSR, eIDAS 2, DORA...) as well as of different European Acts (Data Act, Data Governance Act...). They will also share their insights on the evolution of regulation and its impact on our industry.

BELGIUM, HEAVEN FOR B2B

Let's read B2B as Back-to-Business!

Belgian fintech companies are predominantly focused on B2B. The few that were active in B2C have mostly pivoted towards B2B. However, there are still some B2C foreign fintechs operating in Belgium.

During this track, our speakers will share their insights on this observation and also explain why Belgian fintechs and insurtechs excel in B2B. They will delve into how the ecosystem has evolved in this direction, with a focus on how Banking as a Service (BaaS) or white-label products foster innovation, creativity, and agility within our industry.

We will also explore the specific challenges of operating in the B2B sector, particularly in a highly regulated industry where trust is of the utmost importance and can never be compromised

In a nutshell

Speakers

Delegates 24h+ Keynotes, case studies, debates, roundtables, workshops and pitches

1250 m² of in person exhibition and networking With 40+ exhibitors

4 stages & more

Stage 1

Keynotes

Case Studies

Panels, Debates

Stage 2

EU Fintech

Pitch Battle

Stage 3 & 4

Workshops, & interactive roundtables

and more

Networking Exhibition

“Meet the Speakers” Café

2 types of accesses are available :

• In person FULL DAY ticket > full experience

• In person Networking Party ticket > evening only

Interactivity

Immersive Round Tables

Exchange ideas and thoughts at these highly interactive agora sessions! An exciting and inclusive session format introduced last year on our Stage 3 & 4.

Immersive round tables are the fruit of a clear request from our attendees to break with Covidinduced digital silenced audience and one way knowledge sharing.

the Speaker” Cafe!

An exclusive opportunity to discuss and share ideas in an informal and cosy atmosphere.

These sessions will be animated by our sponsors, in a collaborative way, and will take place in an agora format, allowing participants to actively join the discussions with other experts from around Europe, increasing interactivity and valuable exchanges.

“Meet the Speaker” Cafe will enable small groups of attendees to meet and exchange with VIPs of our industry in person during a short coffee break. These sessions are available to in person attendees only.

“Meet

People

A greater International audience

Thanks to the digitalisation of the DFS 2years ago and the development of our International network, the proportion of International attendees has seen a great increase (25%) in the past few years.

We expect this increase to continue thanks to the hybrid solution made available but also to our close collaboration with other EU fintech associations through the European Digital Finance Association and the Talent Route Network.

The EDFA is the independent industry body representing the digital finance community FinTech Belgium launched together with 7 other associations in 2020. Its mission is to support Europe’s global role in the financial technology sector.

In a mere 2 months, ChatGPT reached the same audience that the World Wide Web took 7 years to achieve. Technology's rapid evolution has become impressively difficult to keep up with. Furthermore, our world is continuously navigating from one deep challenge to another. How can we successfully adapt to this relentless pace?

Join us at the Digital Finance Summit 2023 to hear from inspiring speakers who will share their vision and insights on staying at the forefront of these dynamic evolutions. Gain invaluable keys to navigate the ever-changing landscape and thrive in the face of uncertainty.

Exhibition & Networking Opportunities

During coffee breaks, lunch and the closing cocktail, in person participants will have ample opportunity to enjoy and explore the different booths and demos, to exchange with speakers, sponsors, partners and FTBE staff. A variety of networking possibilities will provide delegates with the opportunity to meet and also have a one to one chat when needed.

Private physical and digital rooms of all sizes can be reserved for specific meetings or small satellite symposia. Details upon request.

The exhibition hall is accessible exclusively to onsite attendees and a digital room dedicated to networking will be available to digital attendees.

Join the best fintech networking in Belgium!

After an inspiring day of conference, don’t forget to join the DFS networking party.

Beyond a great moment spent with likeminded people, we’ll cosy it up with “fintastic cocktails”, serve you delicious food, and make you dance with a unique concert…

The EGG

Not only does the Digital Finance Summit take stock of the vast expansion FinTechs have been experiencing both geographically and strategically over the past few years, but it also gathers experts’ insights about what lies on the road ahead and what to expect in the future!

What better place than a summit to discuss the future of Europe’s financial and fintech landscape at the center of Europe, in Brussels? The Egg, located just 10 minutes away from Gare du Midi, is easily reachable from the vibrant city center, whether by public transport or by car.

What we offer?

The Digital Finance Summit’s goal is to give its sponsors maximum visibility and recognition by making the most of its international outreach.

The DFS is therefore the perfect opportunity for your company to showcase it’s best-in-class innovations and solutions and build new bridges to the entire digital and financial community.

Partnership Packages

* -50% for Start-ups / Scale-ups with < 50 FTE and paid 2023 membership at FTBE

** -50% for ALL paid 2023 membership at FTBE

*** Relevant to the summit themes defined by the organisers – co-organisation and content co-creation in collaboration with other sponsors (parallel sessions animated by 1 or several partners).

In case an exclusivity is requested (exclusion of a defined list of max.4 competitors), an additional fee doubling the package price will be requested

Country Pavilion

Do you represent another ecosystem of Digital Finance and would like to promote it on the Belgian market?

The DFS offers you the opportunity to have your own country pavilion and showcase up to 5 companies active in Digital Finance from your country.

Don’t miss the greatest FinTech

Belgian event to show your talents and create partnerships with our local key actors.

Partnership Additional Options

Sponsor the EU Fintech Pitch Battle (only 1 available)

• “Powered by” visibility

• Involvement in jury and award ceremony (and prize)

8000€

• Offer the 4 winners an Interview InfoSnack (Video release - up to 3min) (branded “powered by”)

Article or Advertorial

• 1000 word journalistic piece - in printed and digital magazine

• Printed version : To be distributed during the DFS and along the year

• Digital media: fintechbelgium.be, Youtube, Li, Tw, Fb

Expert Interviews

• VIDEO and PODCAST 20 min or 10 min

o Video and Podcast releases

o Digital media: fintechbelgium.be, Youtube, Li, Tw, Fb, podcast

• Expert Interview InfoSnacks

o 1-3 minute extract clip highlighting one or two interview insights (only after the order of Expert interview)

o Video release > Digital media: Li, Tw, Fb,

• Podcast Interview 10 min

o Podcast releases > Digital media: fintechbelgium.be, Li, Tw, Fb, Apple podcast, The Connector

Sponsor the networking evening

• can be co-sponsored (max.3 sponsors)

• not incl. tickets for the night

Sponsor Fintech Belgium’s Annual Notebook (only 1 available)

• Co-brand with FTBE the annual notebook, distributed during the whole year.

3000€ * / **

4000€ - 2800€ * / **

1500€ * / **

600€ * / **

2000€

2000€

Booth dimensions and description

Booth extras:

All stands are produced (print of the backdrop) and furnished by us according to the visual on previous slide. You will only need to deliver a visual for the backdrop.

Powersockets and storage room for boxes are included.

If you wish add-ons, don’t hesitate to let us know.

The organiser

FinTech Belgium asbl/vzw is the independent federation by and for Fintechs in Belgium. Created in 2015, our grassroot nonprofit organisation is also the first and largest community of FinTechers in Belgium, gathering financial professionals, startup entrepreneurs and investors, who are interested in discovering and discussing disruptive business models and new technology, for the financial services industry.

Our mission is threefold: to promote fintechs, be their SPOC for regulators and other parties, and share information and best practice for FinTech, RegTech, InsurTech, AccountingTecH… In other words,

Make the magic happen!

With the Support of

www.fintechbelgium.be - http://FIRe-hub.rocks

Febelfin (Fédératon Belge du Secteur Financier) is a non-profit organisation whose goal is to provide credible and objective information about the financial sector in Belgium. We represent about 250 financial institutions in Belgium. These are not only banks, but also credit providers, asset managers and funds, brokerage firms, stockbrokers and leasing companies.

Together, the Febelfin members account for about 55,700 direct jobs. Febelfin is the interlocutor and spokesperson for policymakers, regulators, professional federations and interest groups. We collaborate with various public institutions at European, national and regional level and coordinate initiatives with all relevant parties, with an eye for climate, technology and society. Febelfin wants to be a house of dialogue for all its stakeholders.

www.febelfin.be