Belgium Best Managed Companies

Recognising Belgian business success.

What is a Best Managed Company?

The Best Managed Companies programme recognises private businesses which set professional standards of business performance. They are shining examples of resilient entrepreneurship and sustainable growth, resulting in a positive lasting impact on their own company, and the future of our economy.

A globally proven framework is used to assess their leadership qualities and practices in the areas of strategy, capabilities, commitment, and financial performance.

Eligible companies gain a 360 degree view of their business. With access to a dedicated Best Managed coach and exclusive networking through our community, our Best Managed Companies programme does more than recognise success—it sets a foundation for even more of it.

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What do you need to know

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Methodology

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How to apply

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How to become a Best Managed Company?

Who can apply?

Companies that wish to enter the programme must meet the following eligibility criteria:

Turnover in excess of €10 million
Established for at least five years
More than 25 full-time employees
Majority stake (> 60%) owned by Belgian residents or entities
HQ or major decision centre in Belgium (operations can be abroad)
Fully compliant from legal, tax and ethical perspective
Managing finances effectively, adapting to changing market conditions, over the past three financial years
Strong governance structure (cf. active advisory board/board of directors)

Companies that do not yet meet all the programme criteria can take part in the Best Managed Labs.

The following companies are ineligible:

Credit institutions, banks, insurance companies, co-ops, SEC (Securities and exchange commission) regulated companies (e.g., SEC registrants and their affiliates), companies active in the gambling industry, Belgian subsidiaries of foreign multinationals, government-owned entities/public sector agencies, charities and not-for-profit organisations and their affiliates and subsidiaries

The application process?

To be considered for Best Managed Companies, new applicants must go through a two phase application process.

Step 1: Register for the programme (Phase 1)
Register for the programme by completing the Phase 1 online application form by Thursday 30 September 2021. All companies deemed eligible are then invited to complete a further more detailed submission.

Step 2: Complete your submission (Phase 2)
Companies shortlisted for the Phase 2 process will work with coaches from Deloitte Private and the programme partners to complete their submission.

Step 3: Review of your submission
Submissions are reviewed by coaches and an independent judging panel.

Step 4: Awarding
Laureates are announced at a major business convention and gala event to be held in May 2022.

Learn more about the rules of the programme

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Why apply

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Meet the jury

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Meet the 2021 laureates

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The Best Managed Community

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Relive the Best Managed Companies celebration show

On Friday 7 May we revealed and recognised the 2021 Belgium Best Managed Companies laureates during a unique celebration show, which was livestreamed from Maison De La Poste in Brussels. Maison De La Poste is a venue unlike any other. The renovated heritage building is a place where inspiration comes to life, the perfect setting for our celebration of the private Belgian companies that are setting the professional standards of business performance.

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