Cresco

𝗔𝗜-𝗕𝗹𝗼𝘅 𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗳𝗶𝗻 💥 Cresco is pleased to announce its role as counsel to AI-BLOX | Edge AI computers, a Brussels-based start-up, in securing a new growth investment from Smartfin. Founded in 2021, AI-Blox develops compact and modular hardware systems that enable AI applications to run directly on devices. By bringing computational power straight to vehicles, machines, and cameras, AI-Blox addresses the need for real-time processing in physical AI — with applications ranging from autonomous forklifts to smart waste management and healthcare solutions. Notably, all hardware is produced locally in Belgium, ensuring high quality and strategic control over sensitive data. With Smartfin on board, AI-Blox will accelerate growth by scaling operations, expanding specialized teams, and strengthening its commercial presence — reinforcing its position as a European leader in next-generation AI infrastructure. 👏 Congratulations to Jeroen Plasman and Hans Stevens, and many thanks as well to Thomas Depuydt and Tom De Bondt of Smartfin for the pleasant collaboration. The Cresco deal team consisted of David Dessers and Charles Groffils. For more information, read the full article in De Tijd 👉 https://lnkd.in/eKMQw-GC #ai #startup #venturecapital #smartfin #scaleup #investment #cresco

Great spin-offs are not accidental, they start strong. 🚀 In the second session of the 𝗰𝗼:𝗹𝗮𝗯 Masterclass series, Ward Verwaeren, Marie Vercambre, Olivier Van Raemdonck and Sophie Roelants (Co- Founder and COO of AmphiStar) will guide you through how to plan, negotiate, and manage spin-offs with confidence.Learn how to protect your interests, enable collaboration, and create long-term value for all parties involved.   You will learn how to: 🔹 Structure and negotiate spin-off contributions 🔹 Align on governance and decision-making 🔹 Handle funding, conflict resolution, and exit strategies 🔹 Ensure long-term success and business continuity   📅 September 23, 2025 from 6 pm – 8 pm (bites and drinks included) 📍 Location: N-Cube, Ghent Strong foundations make powerful partnerships. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, secure your (free!) spot now 👉 https://lnkd.in/eVQK8UHz #colab #spinoff #cresco #innovation #startups #scaleups #masterclass

Are you a final-year Master of Law student eager to explore your next step?   On October 2, we’re opening our doors for an exclusive office event where you will get the chance to discover who we are, what we do, and how you could become part of our team.   👉 Interested? Send us your grade list and a short motivation before September 20 to careers@cresco.be We look forward to meeting the next generation of legal talent! #legalcareers #networkingevent #lawstudents #cresco

We’re excited to welcome three new talents to our Corporate team! 🙌   Elise Van Belleghem, Amber Van Cauwenbergh, and Agim Curraj are joining Cresco as associates, each bringing unique expertise and a shared passion for guiding clients through every stage of their business journey.   🔹 Elise focuses on corporate and transactional matters, including M&A, private equity, and corporate governance, with a particular focus on family businesses.   🔹 Amber has a strong interest in fund formation, M&A, and corporate partnering, supporting clients from structuring to execution.   🔹 Agim specializes in M&A, joint ventures, private equity, and venture capital, with experience spanning both Belgium and the U.S.   We’re thrilled to see the energy, expertise, and fresh perspectives they will bring to the team. Welcome aboard, Elise, Amber & Agim! 🚀   #cresco #team #corporatelaw #privateequity #venturecapital #mergersandacquisitions

🚀 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗼 𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲𝘀 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 Cresco is pleased to have advised Driven, a rapidly growing Antwerp-based technology company, on its recent funding round.   With this funding, Driven will further invest in the development of the product and expand the team. These steps will strengthen Driven’s AI-powered compensation platform for sales professionals, enhancing its ability to deliver intelligent insights, improve efficiency and support sustainable growth.   Special congratulations to Andres De Jonge, Ludovic Diercxsens and Tom De Kooning (Driven), as well as to Lorenz Bogaert (StarApps) and Wim Derkinderen (Pitchdrive).   The Cresco deal team was led by David Dessers and included Rutger Duden, Dominik Verbist and Tim W.   For additional information, please consult the coverage in De Tijd 👉 https://lnkd.in/ekKNRTUH   Should you require further information, please contact David Dessers. #ai #startup #venturecapital #cresco

Summer is not over yet at Cresco! ☀️ We’re delighted to welcome three talented Summer Interns who are joining us this September for a hands-on experience, full of learning, mentorship, and a chance to deep dive into their respective legal fields: 🔹 Matisse Gustin joins our Ligitation Department, ready to tackle complex cases and gain valuable insights into courtroom strategy. 🔹 Julie Baudts will be exploring legal innovation within our Innovation Department, contributing creative solutions to today's legal questions. 🔹 Poonam Asra strengthens our Corporate Department, supporting ongoing transactions and learning directly from seasoned corporate lawyers. We look forward to the energy, curiosity, and fresh perspectives they will bring to the Cresco team. #team #summerinterns #corporate #innovation #litigation #legalinternship #cresco #futuretalent

Cresco is proud to have advised Tom Smets on the strategic sale of Vörtgang BV to Studibo Group BV, supported by IceLake Capital as part of its buy-and-build growth strategy, resulting in the formation of Vörtgang by Studibo .    Vörtgang BV specializes in the study, design, and coordination of technical installations for construction projects, ensuring the seamless integration of complex building systems from concept to execution.    Founded only a few years ago, Studibo Group BV has already brought together several engineering and consulting firms under one strong platform, driving its rapid growth.   The Cresco team involved in this transaction included Glenn L'hoëst, Fleur Vanswijgenhoven, Hussein Dagher and Tim Wirix.    We sincerely thank all parties involved for their excellent collaboration and congratulate them on this successful deal.   💡For more details, please consult the full article on De Tijd: https://lnkd.in/eA58nDHR For any further information or questions on the subject matter of buy-and-build strategies, please feel free to contact Glenn L'hoëst. #buyandbuildstrategies #mergersandacquisitions #growthstrategy #legaladvisory

📣 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗼 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗮𝘆𝗹𝗮𝘆 𝗯𝘆 𝗩𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘃 We are proud to have acted as lead counsel to Waylay and its shareholders in its strategic acquisition by Vertiv, a global leader in critical digital infrastructure for applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. Waylay, a Belgium-based leader in generative AI software platforms, provides a low-code hyperautomation software platform that enables workflow-based automation, system integration, and orchestration across a wide range of connected assets, enterprise applications and cloud services. This acquisition allows Vertiv to strengthen Vertiv’s portfolio of digital infrastructure solutions with AI-based infrastructure monitoring, predictive services and performance optimalization. Cresco has been Waylay’s trusted strategic legal advisor for several years, acting a.o. on the corporate venture capital investment by Yokogawa Electric Corporation, a Japanese publicly listed company. 👏 Congratulations to Leonard Donnelly, Veselin Pizurica, AAAF, imec, PMV, Yokogawa Electric Corporation, and the other shareholders, as well as to Vertiv on the successful closing of this transaction. Cresco’s deal team consisted of David Dessers, Nils Coolsaet, Ward Verwaeren, Tim Wirix and Bas Stobbelaar. 📰 Read more in De Tijd https://lnkd.in/eQWfCYS8 #mergersandacquisitions #legaladvisory #digitalinfrastructure #venturecapital

🚀 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗼 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘁 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗥𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗮 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽. Cresco is proud to have assisted Anthemis, part of the Legitech Group, a leading provider of legal information solutions, platforms (LexNow.io), books, journals and legal codes, in its strategic acquisition of the publishing rights for the renowned newsletters and journals Fiscoloog/Fiscologue, Fiscoloog International/Fiscologue International, and TRV-RPS : Revue pratique des sociétés - Tijdschrift voor Rechtspersoon en Vennootschap from Roularta Media Group, a listed multimedia group and market leader in magazines in Belgium. This transaction marks an important step in Legitech’s growth journey and strengthens its presence and capabilities as provider of legal information solutions, books and journals. The Cresco-team involved in this transaction consisted of David Dessers and Hussein Dagher. We sincerely thank Nicolas Buck and Marc-Olivier Lifrange (Legitech), Sophie Van Iseghem, Steven Vandenbogaerde and Xavier Bouckaert (Roularta Media Group), Steven Meuldermans (Marktlink) and Sabine Vandebroek for the excellent collaboration throughout this transaction, and we congratulate all parties on this successful deal. Read more about this deal 👉 https://lnkd.in/eygchjb7 In case of any questions, please do not hesitate to contact David Dessers or Hussein Dagher. #mergersandacquisitions #legaladvisory #strategicgrowth #publishingindustry #legitech #anthemis #roulartamediagroup #cresco

Cresco hosted BEyond Belgium's Investor Day 🤩 A dynamic collision of bold ambition and real opportunity. We were proud to host 70+ top investors, from VCs and family offices to private investors, alongside Belgium’s most exciting scale-ups. A day packed with bold ideas, sharp pitches, and valuable connections that could spark the next wave of international growth 🚀 Big thanks to the BEyond team and everyone who joined us to help make it a standout edition. Hoplr , OTIV, Tapio, NGRAVE, Healthentia - by Innovation Sprint, PEPITe, moveUP - digital therapies, anyKrowd, AYA, COSH! Conscious Shopping Made Easy , Fline, Oper Credits #investorday #beyond #cresco #scaleups #vc #venturecapital #ecosystem #founders #growth