The Brussels association world is a web of interests, expectations and complex dynamics. Traditional leadership models often fall short here. What’s needed is an ecosystem approach: leadership that fosters diversity, collaboration and lasting impact.
That’s why we created the Brussels Leadership Circle. A place to connect like-minded leaders, share insights on building resilient organizations and foster personal and professional breakthroughs.
Leadership isn’t only about structures and systems. It’s about people. The Brussels Leadership Circle is both a peer community and a guided program. Led by leadership expert Debbie Baute. Created to connect like-minded leaders and bring some heart back to the heart of Europe.
The ultimate goal?
Discovering your unique leadership style and how it shapes the growth and success of your organization in Brussels.
Do you want to know more? Join our webinar!
Who is this for?
Leaders of associations, federations and networks in Brussels who:
✔ Want to stop being pulled in every direction
✔ Are ready to shape their ecosystem with clarity, connection and impact
✔ Value learning alongside like-minded leaders
If this resonates with you, join our webinar for more details!
Stefania
This experience has been life-saving. Without this Ecosystem Leadership Circle, I would still be stuck in an environment that didn’t fit me and was slowly draining my energy.
Kristof
What better way to learn about ecosystems than by building one yourself? With Debbie’s expert guidance—caring, curious, and sometimes challenging— we discovered and developed our unique leadership style.
Laura
Debbie, you are gold. You picked the right people, location, schedule, topics... And made everything and everyone connect on such a deep level!
Transform your leadership
Join the Brussels Leadership Circle
Connect with like-minded leaders from the Brussels ecosystem: Join an exclusive circle of association and network leaders who understand the complexity of the EU Bubble. This carefully curated group brings together sharp thinkers who share your drive to create impact, navigate challenges and shape the future of Europe’s associations.
Share the burden of leadership: Don’t go it alone. Navigate challenges with a supportive community, ready to tackle problems, inspire and share the journey.
Unlock your potential: You cannot grow and reach your full potential if you are unaware of the possibilities! Join exceptional leaders with proven track record who can guide and challenge you to go further than you imagined.
Share wisdom and insights: Collaboration is at the heart of our program. Exchange experiences, gain fresh insights and build thriving, healthy organizations together with peers.
And above all... find a welcoming and warm home to nurture your leadership and creative ideas. It is not a place to prove yourself. It is a cocoon to grow.
How do I get in? Join our webinar for more details!
What do you learn in the Brussels Leadership Circle?
In this unique year-long program, we’ll take a journey to uncover who you are as a leader. You’ll not only gain insight into your own leadership style but also understand the impact you have on your team and the Brussels ecosystem.
Drawing from the timeless wisdom of leadership archetypes and the principles of ecosystems, you’ll discover:
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What drives you as a leader, where your strengths lie and how you might be holding yourself back.
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How your style and decisions shape team dynamics and collaboration.
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How to become the architect of your ecosystem.
What to expect:
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Led by an expert: The program is guided by Debbie, a seasoned expert in leadership and organizational development.
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Intimate group setting: A maximum of 10 participants ensures a confidential and close-knit learning environment.
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Blended learning approach: Experience a mix of coaching, training, bodywork and peer learning, combined with short individual or team assignments between sessions.
Program structure:
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Duration: Six live meetings over the course of a year, spread across 7,5 days.
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Kick-off: A two-day opening session to set the tone for the journey.
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Finale: The program concludes with a celebratory dinner during a 1,5 day close-out.
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Personal challenge: Throughout the program, you’ll work on your unique leadership challenge, delving into key areas that define leadership excellence.
Goals:
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Break through your leadership limitations
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Discover your edge
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Learn to build ecosystems that thrive in chaos
Key dates:
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Webinar: November 6, 11:30 AM or December 5, 11:00 AM
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Program start: April or September, 2026 (details to follow)
Location:
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Merchtem (near Brussels)
Take the leap. Transform your leadership and learn to navigate complexity with confidence.
Calendar 2026: concrete dates will be announced soon
September
TBA
2 consecutive days
Kick-off
November
TBA
1 day
Session
December
TBA
1 day
Session
January
TBA
1 day
Session
March
TBA
1 day
Session
June 5
TBA
1,5 day
Close-out
Who leads the Circle and curates the participants?
Meet Debbie
Debbie Baute is an international executive coach and leadership strategist specializing in ecosystem leadership and neurodivergent intelligence. With over 18 years of experience, she guides founders and C-level leaders to grow through complexity. Not by doing more, but by leading differently.
Impact Snapshot
• 18+ years of leadership coaching experience
• 2000+ leaders and teams coached
• 100+ organizations served
• Worked in Europe, the Middle-East and Asia
• Former HR manager for 850 employees at P&G
• Creator of a high-performance program for P&G’s top 150 leaders
