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POWERED BY WAIC INITIATIVES & TOOLS

CREAted by all of us

Under the name Powered by WAIC, we launch initiatives and tools that reflect our collective commitment to impact. Some are designed to directly support WAIC’s projects and mission, while others emerge from the independent explorations of our core members. These initiatives allow new ideas to take shape—ideas that contribute to progress, deepen expertise, and align with our shared vision.

Whether closely tied to WAIC’s offerings or independently pursued by our members, these projects embody the spirit of innovation and collaboration that defines us. If you scroll down, you’ll discover some of our impactful initiatives and tools.

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Some of our WAIC tools

Developed by our members, in collaboration with the WAIC team

THE TEAM SCAN

UNLOCKING STRENGTHS, IDENTIFYING OPPORTUNITIES

The Team Scan is a tool we designed to help Capital Holders assess organizational teams in a simple yet thorough way. This tool evaluates a team’s strengths and growth opportunities, providing insights with the goal of making informed decisions about potential investments or donations.

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THE MATURITY SCAN

EMPOWERING FAMILY OFFICES TO DRIVE IMPACT

The Maturity Scan helps family offices and wealth owners navigate their impact investing journey with clarity and purpose. In just 10 minutes, it provides personalized insights, benchmarks, and tailored recommendations to align investments with values.

By focusing on areas like strategy, community, and sustainability, the scan supports families in making intentional decisions that foster long-term positive change. Currently in soft launch, the Maturity Scan reflects our commitment to creating a more inclusive and impactful approach to wealth management.

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FROM WAIC, FOR IMPACT

INITIATIVES THAT EMERGE AND FLOURISH WITHIN WAIC

THE WAIC EXPLORERS CLUB

EXPLORING NEW FRONTIERS OF SYSTEMIC IMPACT TOGETHER
The Explorers Club is for investors and philanthropists who want to explore the world of systemic change alongside others who share a passion for innovation. Together, we navigate the complexities of systemic impact, embracing a “try out & learn from” approach as we build our portfolios. We offer a carefully curated portfolio of systemic innovations, allowing you to discover and support initiatives driving transformative change. The focus is on learning through doing, with opportunities to engage directly in a variety of projects, collaborate with peers, and contribute to meaningful change. Being part of the WAIC Explorers Club means more than just investments. It’s about sharing knowledge, connecting with like-minded individuals, and growing personally and professionally. It’s an environment where we learn together, explore new ideas, and push the boundaries of what’s possible.

THE IMPACT DOING ACADEMY

SHARING KNOWLEDGE, INSPIRING CHANGE
We often share free videos on YouTube to inspire and inform the next generation of investors and pioneers by sharing our knowledge and insights. While these resources offer valuable perspectives on systemic change and fresh ideas, we do have to warn you—some of these videos date back a bit! Consider them vintage treasures: the wisdom is timeless, even if the editing (or our hairstyles) might not be.

IMPACT INTO PLAY DAY

WHERE IDEAS AND WONDERFUL PEOPLE COME TOGETHER
Impact Into Play is an exclusive event for Visionary Impact People (VIPs) – passionate individuals with a shared vision for positive change. This day brings together carefully selected participants, both from within and outside the WAIC collective, who resonate with our mission. The focus of Impact Into Play is on sharing knowledge, sparking inspiration, building meaningful connections, and fostering a collaborative atmosphere.

GENEROSITY DAY

SHARING ADVICE WITH HEART
The Generosity Day is an annual event where our entire core team dedicates one day to offer free advisory services to a carefully selected organization. Based on a set of criteria, we provide strategic advice, a listening ear, share our experiences, offer valuable opinions, and collaboratively create an action plan. It’s a day of giving back, supporting others, and using our collective expertise to help drive positive change.

IMPACTOPIA

WHERE SUSTAINABILITY COMES TO LIFE
Impactopia is a unique museal experience dedicated to sustainability, where innovative solutions, system pioneers, and artists come together to inspire transformation. This immersive initiative aims to engage a wide audience, encouraging them to support and drive the shift towards a more sustainable future. Led by our core member Astrid Leyssens, Impactopia is currently in development, with more details to be shared soon.

PHILANTHROPY CIRCLES

A SAFE SPACE FOR IMPACT AND REFLECTION
The Philanthropy Circles offer a bold and inspiring space for individuals navigating the complexities of impact philanthropy, wealth, and family dynamics. In small groups of 10-15 people, members engage in peer-to-peer learning, explore new perspectives, and reflect deeply on their unique journeys. Over the course of a year, participants come together in four key moments to connect, discover, and rethink their approach to creating impact. With no immediate commitment to action, the focus lies on learning, sharing, and strengthening personal and collective pathways to change. Facilitated by Kurt and Astrid, these circles are designed for those ready to explore, question, and grow within a supportive and thought-provoking environment.

SHARING & CONNECTING SPACES

VIRTUAL GATHERINGS FOR WOMEN
At We Are Impact Collective, we believe in showing up for what matters. We act swiftly, speak up, and listen deeply. Therefore we created virtual Sharing & Connecting Spaces. These gatherings offer a safe & brave container. A space to share, reflect, and strengthen the movements that drive change. We invite you to listen, to uplift, to honour the stories we carry. Because change begins in connection. Why women only? Because challenging times trigger the Tend & Befriend reaction in women. (See the work of Prof. S. Taylor). Especially in stressful situations, women regulate by connecting and sharing. With these spaces we offer the opportunity to dive into this impactful and unique way of dealing with what happens in and around us. WAIC member Tamara Lenaerts (experienced facilitator of women’s gatherings) organises these virtual Sharing & Connnecting Spaces, whenever the need pops up. Each session lasts one hour. Hosted on Zoom. Announced on LinkedIn. What unfolds will depend on who joins. The purpose? To create space for women to share and connect, to nourish what we want to see grow. To celebrate what emerges. Held in care. With courage.
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FROM OUR MEMBERS, FOR IMPACT

INITIATIVES CO-SHAPED BY OUR EXPERTS BEYOND WAIC

CITADEL DIEST

BREATHING NEW LIFE INTO THE CITADEL OF DIEST
Over the next six years, part of the iconic citadel in Diest will be transformed into a dynamic and inspiring space for entrepreneurs, creatives and local organizations. This meaningful initiative, co-founded by our core member Anneleen De Bonte as part of CV Citadel Diest, aims to repurpose 11,000 m² of diverse indoor and outdoor areas, with circular, creative, and social innovation at its core. We are proud to see Anneleen playing such a central role in this inspiring project, contributing to the local community by creating spaces that foster connection, innovation, and growth.

SHIFT

BUILDING A NEW WORLD WONDER FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
The Shift Iconic Landmark is an ambitious project aiming to create an inspiring space that inspires collective climate action and showcases the potential of sustainable design. This initiative, spearheaded by our core member Don Ritzen, invites architects worldwide to reimagine what a landmark for the 21st century can be—a place where over 1 million annual visitors learn, collaborate, and take action towards a greener and more equitable world. Currently in its competition phase, The Shift challenges designers to propose bold, transformative concepts that harmonize with nature, engage communities, and embody sustainability. We are proud to support Don in bringing this visionary project to life, knowing it has the potential to spark change on a global scale.

PENSIONS FOR CHANGE

REIMAGINING PENSIONS FOR A BETTER FUTURE
What if our pension money could be redirected to sustainable and local initiatives, such as creating the residential care facility of the future—close to our homes, on a human scale, and with the wellbeing of people at its heart? Pensions for Change envisions a bold transformation in the way pension funds are invested. We are proud to see our core member, Anneleen De Bonte, contributing her expertise and passion to this inspiring initiative. It’s a powerful step towards creating more meaningful and community-driven impact with resources that shape our collective future.

FLUISTERFESTIVAL

EMPOWERING WOMEN TO EXPLORE, DISCOVER, AND AWAKEN THEIR SENSES
Fluisterfestival is a space designed for women to explore their senXsuality in a safe, welcoming, and inspiring environment. Bridging the everyday world with that of senXsual professionals, it offers guidance, trust, and a carefully curated selection of experts to help navigate this exciting field. Led by our core member Tamara, an expert in women’s empowerment and group dynamics, Fluisterfestival invites you to connect, learn, and experience at your own pace.

IMPACTGENIE

UNLOCK IMPACT OPPORTUNITIES IN JUST A FEW CLICKS
ImpactGenie makes understanding impact opportunities effortless. With just a few simple questions, businesses can gain personalized sustainability insights, discover new business ideas, and receive actionable feedback—all in a matter of minutes. We’re proud that Jan Leyssens, our expert in circular business models and sustainable innovation, has contributed to this tool.

NARRATIVE NEXUS

YOUR STORY, TOLD RIGHT, CHANGES EVERYTHING
Great ideas don’t speak for themselves. People do. At Love Tomorrow Conference 2024, while coaching scientists and engineers to step onto the stage, Stefaan Vandist had an aha-moment: helping others tell their story felt just as rewarding as telling his own. And so, his Storytelling Coaching Practice was born. Stefaan doesn’t just refine messages—he uncovers the beating heart of a story. He starts with an organization’s mission but digs deeper, finding the real storytellers: the experts, the doers, the ones making an impact every day. Because that’s where the magic is. From page to stage, he helps them craft, sharpen, and share their message—onstage and online. In a world drowning in noise, the winners aren’t the loudest. They’re the clearest, the boldest, the most human. If you want to change the world, start with the stories you share.
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MUCH MORE

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There are many more things our WAIC members are working on. Discover in the collective what each member is looking into and their LinkedIn profile for the latest info of projects they are (co)working on.

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In addition to the initiatives mentioned above, We Are Impact Collective is constantly creating and organizing new projects, gatherings, and innovative tools. We actively seek out gaps in the current landscape and seize opportunities that align with our mission to drive meaningful change.

Our core members and fly-ins are also delighted to bring the stories, lessons, and expertise from these initiatives and tools to life through inspiring keynotes. Whether it’s for your team or event visitors, they’ll captivate your audience with powerful insights, engaging narratives, and actionable ideas to spark meaningful change.

We’re always open to suggestions and collaborations that help amplify our impact, so don’t hesitate to reach out.

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