Mission Statement 2030
Who are we, what is our context
BECI stands for the synergy between the Brussels Chamber of Commerce and the Union des Entreprises de Bruxelles. This partnership marked the beginning of an enhanced mission to champion the interests of Brussels’ businesses, fostering a vibrant ecosystem under the BECI umbrella.
BECI stands as a premier, multilingual, and independent non-profit association, driven by private law and rooted in a rich tradition of interprofessional collaboration. With a dedicated team, it embodies a beacon of enterprise support and advocacy in Brussels.
Today, BECI acts as the voice of approximately 33,000 businesses spanning a vast array of sectors within the Brussels region.
"Connect, share, and co-create" form the triad of BECI’s renewed objectives, signaling a shift towards a more engaging, future-facing relationship with its members. This strategic direction is bold, particularly in an era where traditional membership models are under scrutiny in favor of a more transactional, service-specific engagement. However, BECI’s commitment to fostering a sense of ownership among its members over their Chamber of Commerce underscores a profound belief in its role as a pivotal platform for business development and growth.
Unique in its approach within the Belgian context, BECI is singularly focused on nurturing an exclusive community of members, setting it apart as a leader in Chamber of Commerce innovation.
Furthermore, BECI’s priorities have expanded to include a robust ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) framework, with ambitions to achieve not only ISO 9001 certification but also to establish itself as an ESG-compliant organization. This commitment to sustainable and responsible business practices reflects BECI’s dedication to leading by example, as it guides its members towards a future where success is measured not just by financial performance, but by a broader impact on society and the environment.
Our Mission
BECI aims to be the key hub for the business community in Brussels and to promote Brussels as a vibrant and prosperous metropolitan Region. Our mission is to make our members to succeed in being economically and ESG compliant companies. We work relentlessly to connect our members with new opportunities for trade, investment and partnerships in Brussels and internationally.
Our Strategy
The Brussels Chamber of Commerce (BECI) is embracing a transformative journey back to its foundational principles, positioning itself as a quintessential membership organization built on the ethos of “by members, for members.” This commitment distinguishes BECI from a multitude of other business associations, underlining its unique approach to membership.
At the heart of BECI’s philosophy is the concept of corporate membership, an inclusive model that extends membership benefits to every employee within a member company. This democratic approach ensures that the advantages of BECI membership permeate throughout the entire organization, allowing all employees to engage with and benefit from the resources, networking opportunities, and support services BECI offers.
This strategic focus on inclusivity and collective benefit sets BECI apart, ensuring it remains a pivotal hub for business support, advocacy, and development within the Brussels business community. The Brussels Chamber of Commerce (BECI) goes back to her roots and aims to be a genuine membership organization “by members for members”. Unlike many other business membership organizations, BECI membership is a corporate one, which means that any employee of a member company can take advantage of the membership.
Business and Governance Strategy – our Commitment
Achieve ESG Compliance, Embrace Agility: We are dedicated to transforming into an organization that not only adheres to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards but also thrives on lean and agile methodologies to respond rapidly to changes.
Ensure Transparency and Accountability: Our governance and decision-making processes are founded on the principles of transparency and responsibility, ensuring that every action and decision is made with integrity and openness.
Connect- Create & Share - Foster Community Engagement and Stakeholder Collaboration: We aim to actively stimulate our communities and manage stakeholder engagement by creating platforms for dialogue, collaboration, and mutual growth.
Act as a Responsible Advocate: As a think tank, we commit to representing our members' interests diligently and responsibly, advocating on their behalf where necessary to ensure their voices are heard.
Embrace Proactivity and Openness: We adopt a proactive stance towards understanding the needs and suggestions of our stakeholders, ensuring an open and inclusive approach to listening and engagement.
Prioritize Sustainability and Environmental Responsibility: Integrating sustainability into all we do, we are acutely aware of the environmental challenges ahead and are committed to being part of the solution through conscious action and advocacy.
Lead with Data: Our organization is driven by open, data-driven insights that inform our strategies, decisions, and innovations, ensuring that we are always aligned with the needs of our members and the market.
Through these commitments, we aim to not only lead by example but also to inspire and facilitate positive change within our community and beyond.
Our People: A foundation of Excellence
At the heart of our organization lies a steadfast commitment to fostering an environment where creativity and teamwork flourish. We recognize diversity as a cornerstone of our strength, enriching our perspectives and enhancing our innovative capabilities. Professional development is embraced as a key motivator, propelling our team members towards achieving their fullest potential.
We prioritize health, safety, and well-being, viewing these elements not merely as policies but as essential pillars of responsible human resource management. This holistic approach ensures that every member of our team feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best.
Central to our ethos is the unwavering respect for our "human capital." Our decision-making processes are meticulously designed to reflect this respect, ensuring that the welfare and growth of our people are at the forefront of every choice we make. Through this dedication, we aim to cultivate a culture of excellence, unity, and continuous improvement.
Our Values
- Ethics and Integrity
- Transparency
- Empowerment of collective interest and sustainability
- Respectfulness
- Openness and curiosity
- Humility and self-reflection
Our Quality approach
Our quality policy is in relation to the objectives, the context and the strategic axes
The management of BECI fully subscribes to the interest of having a quality management system as a catalyst for continuous improvement of the processes, activities and services offered to companies in general and to our members in particular as well as a regular questioning of the relevance of our mission, vision and objectives in relation to the evolution of the environment in which we evolve.
The commitment of our organization to satisfy members and increase satisfaction and continuous improvement is reflected in:
The management
Bring meaning and raise awareness of the quality approach by stimulating listening and communication, curiosity and willingness to challenge ideas, acceptance of failure as a learning process and responsabilization.
Community Management and staff by
- Coordinating the communities for which he/she is responsible
- Implementing the necessary means to achieve the objectives and daringness to try out new ideas
- Ensuring feedback of quality issues and their assessment
- Contributing to continuous improvement through pro-activity
- Training to develop or acquire the skills necessary for new clients needs