Matthieu Lagae

CEO, FOUNDER

Coming from the MICE industry as a salesman, Matthieu founded Break The Ice Forum in 2016. After having launched a successful disruptive startup in the Venue Finding industry, he decided to focus on people and networking. 

"As past International Sales Manager & past Venue Finder I always thought that it’s through emotions and souvenirs that you create business opportunities."

Adrien Lagae

ASSOCIATE PrODUCTION DIRECTOR

Adrien joined Break The Ice Forum in 2016 as the first employee. He makes the magic happen and make sure the event is a success for everyone! He has also a background in acting, this is a precious experience that makes the difference when we need to get creative!

"Let’s get this straight! My mission is to make everybody happy!"

Charlotte HeatH

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF SALES

Charlotte joined Break the ICE Forums in 2019 as a partner & Associate Director of Sales and was previously Business Development Manger for The M&I Forums, Charlotte is well connected loves working with her clients and is the best lady to talk to when it comes to joining the Forums!  

Virginia Monti

Event Coordinator and social media manager

As a highly organized and detail-oriented person, she is responsible for the coordination and success of the event, especially with regard to Buyers.

Reading and art enthusiast at heart, she loves discovering new realities and perspectives.  

Nicolas PONCELET

SALes Executive

Nicolas joined Break The Ice Forum in 2023 as a sales executive. With his funny and sociable personality, his mission is to create and maintain lasting relationship with buyers and suppliers.

Beyond his professional pursuits, Nicolas harbors a fervor for sports and travel. He’s also part of the Belgium national team as a hockey player.

Don’t hesitate to contact him, he would love to discuss and help you!

« As an international hockey player, I truly think that team work makes the dream works »

Maria vasconcelos

event Coordinator

Maria, our lively Portuguese team member, is known for her friendliness and communicative spirit.

With a background in hospitality, she brings energy and passion to every project as she expertly manages our Suppliers within the Event Coordination team.

Kremi Mezeklieva

SALes Executive

In my role, I ensure that I connect with the right buyers and suppliers as opportunity for growing and achieve success in a memorable way. Imagine your excitement when you stumble upon something so awesome, you just have to share it with everyone!

So, let's create something extraordinary together!

Outside of work, I'm also an interior designer, which complements my passion for crafting and assembling elements to create something truly exceptional.