How do you hit the rule of 40 in times of AI disruption?

KooKoo Apéro & ARR

Wednesday, 30th sept 2026 Time: 18:00 ‍ ‍ Location: Brussels

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Value creation strategy panel discussion and networking for B2B tech companies.

Today's AI disruption is changing the economics of software businesses faster than ever. Growth is becoming harder to sustain, margins are under pressure and investors are asking different questions.

Join leading technology investors and CEOs for an evening of practical discussions on how high growth companies continue to outperform and create value.

Meet the Speakers

  • Jürgen Ingels - Founding Partner, Smartfin

  • Frank van Vliet - Operating Partner, Fortino Capital

  • Jan Van Autreve​ - CEO, ProTime

  • Simon Stremersch - Moderator

What will we discuss?

  • AI and the Rule of 40: How is AI changing the balance between growth and profitability?

  • Winning Strategies: What separates the best-performing technology companies from everyone else?

  • Value Creation: Which commercial and operational levers actually improve company value before exit?

Why Join?

  • Gain strategic AI and growth insights by learning how leading technology CEOs are adapting their strategies, optimizing go-to-market approaches, and preparing for future investment opportunities.

  • Connect with influential investors and industry leaders through curated introductions and meaningful conversations with technology founders, PE and VC professionals across the Benelux region.

  • Exchange practical ideas in an exclusive setting with peer-to-peer discussions, actionable insights, and high-value networking beyond a traditional conference format.

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Places are limited to ensure meaningful discussions and high-quality interactions among attendees. Sign up today to join an exclusive evening of insights, connections, and conversation with leading technology CEOs and investors.

About KooKoo Strategy

KooKoo Strategy helps CEOs and management teams answer the growth questions that are expensive to get wrong: pricing, commercial strategy, and inorganic growth that actually delivers post-close. We work directly with corporates in technology, consumer, and industrial sectors, and with private equity firms and their portfolio companies who need the same rigour before and after a deal. Every engagement is led by a senior partner: strategy you can defend to your board and hand your team to run.