Ready to kickstart your AI/ML Journey? Start developing your own AI Proof-of-Concept with expert guidance –  from Vrije Universiteit Brussels AI Lab.

Objective

This one-on-one coaching service offers a hands-on and strategic approach to launching AI/ML Proof-of-Concept (PoC) projects. You’ll combine foundational theory with practical steps, receiving tailored coaching to shape and execute your own PoC strategy – aligned with your organization’s needs.

Who Is This For?

Professionals from SMEs, MidCaps, and Nonprofits based in Brussels who are motivated to explore and build their own AI/ML PoC projects.

What’s Included?

• At least two coaching sessions
• Customized project guidance, tailored to your business context
• Direct feedback on your ideas and strategy

 What You’ll Gain

• A solid theoretical introduction to AI/ML PoCs
• A clear framework to structure and plan your project
• Personalized guidance to formulate and execute a PoC strategy that fits your goals
• Ongoing expert insights, based on your context and readiness

Your Coach: Corneliu Cofaru - Senior Postdoctoral Researcher @ VUB AI Lab

Corneliu Cofaru holds a PhD in Computer Science from Ghent University (2012). He brings years of experience as an AI engineer, consultant, and open-source developer. Since 2020, he’s been leading applied AI research at the VUB AI Lab, focusing on knowledge-driven AutoML and real-world AI applications.

Pricing & Eligibility

Thanks to support from the European Commission and Innoviris (via the European Digital Innovation Hub sustAIn.brussels) this service is free of charge (0 €) for eligible SMEs and MidCaps based in Brussels under de minimis declaration.  Large companies and participants without a company will need to pay a fee per participant.

A valid VAT number is required.

What Happens After You Register?

Once you register on Eventbrite, we’ll get in touch to confirm your company’s eligibility and guide you through the next steps. We encourage you to register to get you started on your sustainable & digital ambitions.

Inquiries

Please contact diana@sustain.brussels for any questions you might have.

Organizers

• VUB AI Lab The Artificial Intelligence Lab at Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) is one of the oldest AI research labs in Europe, founded in 1983. The lab conducts cutting-edge research in machine learning, knowledge representation, and autonomous systems, with a strong focus on real-world, responsible AI applications that serve both industry and society.
• SustAIn.brussels is a European Digital Innovation Hub in Brussels that serves as a single point of access to sustainable and digital innovation in Brussels with a focus on AI and other emerging technologies. Supported by the European Commission, Innoviris and hub.brussels.