Empowering Cybersecurity Excellence
Our Passion for Cybersecurity
At The Collective, we are driven by an unwavering commitment to IT/OT security. Our all-IN approach means we are not just involved; we are fully immersed in safeguarding your digital world. We lead with innovation and excellence, making intelligent decisions with confidence.
Today, our growing team stands alongside our customers, continuously battling cybercrime and enhancing their cyber security posture. We leverage the best technology has to offer, operating with core values and business ethics that truly set us apart.
Our Journey Through Time
Explore the pivotal moments that have shaped The Collective into a leader in cybersecurity.
May 2019
The Collective's Inception
The official launch of The Collective Consulting! This exciting moment coincided with our first production implementation of Microsoft Sentinel, a powerful security information and event management (SIEM) tool.
August 2019
Pioneering Security Operations
We weren’t just early adopters – we were pioneers! By setting up Belgium’s first Sentinel-based Security Operations Center (SOC), we raised the bar for security vigilance in the region.
2020
Expanding Endpoint Protection
Launched our Managed Endpoint Service to address the growing need for comprehensive endpoint security.
October 2020
Opening of Idola Office
Opened our first office in Lochristi, fostering collaboration and innovation to better serve our clients.
July 2022
Relocation to Zele
As our team and client base grew, so did our need for a larger space. We relocated to Zele, a move that positioned us for continued success.
2023
Azure Managed Service Launch
Launched our Azure Managed Service, reinforcing our commitment to staying at the forefront of technology.
Our Leadership Team
Michael Van Horenbeeck
CEO
Thijs Lecomte
Managed Services Lead
Arne Braeckman
Sales Lead
Annika ten Velden
COO
Sven Mattheus
CFO
Els Van Keymeulen
People Lead
What Sets Us Apart
At The Collective, we pride ourselves on our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation in cybersecurity. Our core values guide us in delivering unparalleled service and protection.
In front of the pack
We are not a collective of followers, but of frontrunners. Leading the way, we are always the first to know about innovations from Microsoft, which enables our clients to have sustainable and future-proof technologies at their disposal more quickly.
Intelligently in charge
We are not only frontrunners today, but we are determined to stay in charge tomorrow, by constantly expanding our knowledge to stay ahead of those with less good intentions.
Incredible individuals
The people within The Collective are top-notch, not only on a professional level, but also in terms of their personality. The level of mutual appreciation is therefore enormous, both for what our people achieve and for who they are!
Instantly accessible
When working with customers, we feel just as responsible as if it were for our own company. We fully understand and act on the urgency to solve problems. That is why we choose to be personally reachable, rather than having to go through various systems or shared mailboxes.
Infusing knowledge
What good is knowledge if you can’t or won’t share it? That’s why we make it our mission, e.g.through our speaking opportunities or writing books, to spread our expertise to others, and thus help create more secure IT environments in companies.
Intentionally honest
One of our principles is that we are honest in what we offer, which implies that we will never offer you what you don’t need. Rather than making you dependent on us, we present you with the solutions that will allow you to go your own way.