As the event is focused on science based sports tech innovation, we are happy to welcome a variety of speakers and panelists coming from academia, industry and field practice.
Summit Speakers
Wim DeraveMuscle physiology; sport nutrition; leader of the VICTORIS sport research valorization consortium at Ghent University
Rachel Hybart
Daniel WestmattelmannAssistant Professor at University of Münster & Co-Founder at Veelz
Jasmine LongFIBA Equipment & Venue Centre Senior Associate
Inge EveraertDiabetes Liga, Knowledge center and Policy Manager
Joris De WinterPhd Researcher in AI and Robotics @ VUB | Passionate about Rehabilitation Technology
Simon HelleputtePostdoctoral researcher @GhentUniversity @FWOVlaanderen | PhD in Type 1 Diabetes - CV Health - CGM - Exercise Physiology-Metabolism.
Steve BarrettDirector of Sport Science and Research Innovation at PlayerMaker
Thibault FouquaertTeaching assistant & PhD Researcher Sportmanagement UGent. Keen interest in innovation, technology, sports, market research and coaching/teaching.
Erik MannensDirector at imec UAntwerp IDLAB
Ben SmithPerformance, Innovation & Research / BreakAway Data
Torstein Dalen-LorentsenResearch Manager Health and performance technology @ SINTEF one of Europe’s largest independent research organisation. MSc/PhD in sports medicine
Senne BonnaerensCo-founder & CEO of OnTracx
David LipmanHealth and Human Performance Specialist | Using Storytelling to Create Impact
Joeri TulkensPhD in Health Sciences | Co-Founder IntelliProve
Lode GoossensFounded Hylyght; a SaaS platform dedicated to testing and screening. Injury prevention, return to sport, talent ID & development and growth/maturity.
