For leaders, the question is no longer if digital transformation has an impact, but how you ensure the strategic control and independence of your organization. In a world of global data flows and technological dependencies, digital sovereignty is becoming a critical issue in the boardroom.
In collaboration with the General Delegation of Québec, we would like to personally invite you to an exclusive executive event on May 18 2026. With an audience of leaders from both private and public sectors, we will explore one central question:
how do you build a future-proof organization by strategically leveraging digital sovereignty?
Program
| Time | Activity |
| 17:00 – 17:20 |
Doors Open & Welcome Drinks Grab a drink, and time for some informal networking. |
| 17:20 – 17:30 |
Opening Remarks Short welcome by the host, setting the tone and context for the evening. |
| 17:30 – 18:30 |
Session: Digital Sovereignty Insightful talk on digital sovereignty. |
| 18:30 – 20:00 |
Networking, Drinks & Small Bites Open networking with drinks and food served. |
| 20:00 | Event Close |
Practical information
- Date: Monday, May 18 2026
- Locaton: The Délégation générale du Québec à Bruxelles is located at 32, rue du Châtelain, 1050 Ixelles, Brussels, Belgium.
Speakers
Hélène Drainville, Delegate General, Québec Government
Hélène Drainville is Québec’s Delegate General in Brussels, representing the Québec government in Belgium, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, and to the European Union. Appointed in 2025, she leads Québec’s diplomatic, economic, and cultural engagement across Europe. With her strong international perspective and collaborative approach, she fosters strategic partnerships between governments, organizations, and networks.
With over 25 years of experience in international relations, public service, and media, Hélène has held senior roles within Québec’s Ministry of International Relations. She also led major youth mobility organizations, including the Office Québec-Monde pour la jeunesse. She is widely recognized for her work advancing international cooperation and strengthening Francophone partnerships.
Patrick Hendrickx, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, CGI Belgium
Patrick Hendrickx is Senior Vice President and Managing Director of CGI Belgium, where he leads the company’s operations and growth across the Belgian market. Since taking on this role in 2023, he has been responsible for delivering CGI’s end-to-end IT and business consulting services to clients across both the public and private sectors. With a strong focus on execution and client impact, he drives innovation and long-term value creation in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
He brings over two decades of leadership experience in the technology and consulting industry. Prior to joining CGI, Patrick held senior roles at Atos, Agfa Healthcare, and Telindus, where he built extensive expertise in managed services, digital transformation, and public sector engagement at both national and European levels.
Jurian van Elsen, Business Consultant at CGI in The Netherlands
Jurian van Elsen helps organizations turn digital ambition into practical, scalable outcomes. As a Business Consultant at CGI, he works at the intersection of digital strategy and innovation, advising organizations on how to navigate an increasingly complex digital landscape.
His current work focuses on responsible AI adoption and the design of sustainable digital architectures that strengthen this adoption. Moreover, Jurian focuses on building the digital sovereignty and autonomy portfolio for CGI in the Netherlands. His vision is not to guide clients toward a single fixed decision, but to advise clients on how to expand their freedom of choice, with the goal to reinforce long-term independence.
CGI: Insights you can act on
CGI, founded in 1976, is one of the largest IT and business consulting firms in the world. We work based on insights and results to maximize the return on your investments. In 21 industries across 400 locations worldwide, we offer comprehensive, scalable, and sustainable IT and business consulting services that are globally informed and locally delivered. On June 15th, it will be exactly 50 years since entrepreneurs Serge Godin and André Imbeau founded CGI in Canada. Want to learn more about this milestone?
Visit www.cgi.com/en/50-years and www.cgi.com.
The Québec General Delegation in Brussels
Located at 32, rue du Châtelain, 1050 Ixelles, Brussels, the Québec General Delegation is Québec's official representation to Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, and the European Union. Québec General Delegation is Québec's primary mission is to advance Québec's political, economic, and cultural interests in the heart of Europe. They work to build strong partnerships and create opportunities for collaboration.
The delegation's work focuses on several key areas. It functions as the main channel for diplomatic relations with the Benelux countries and European institutions. In the economic realm, the delegation supports Québec companies with their European ventures and actively promotes investment in Québec. Furthermore, it showcases Québec's vibrant culture, fosters cooperation in research and innovation, and provides essential information for individuals looking to immigrate to Québec.
We invite you to attend this exclusive event