Our city and village centers occupy an important role in society. A combination of different activities and functions makes them lively and attractive places. Places with space for bringing people together and occasional encounters.

Core strengthening therefore requires a well thought-out trade policy, with cross-pollination between different fields. To support local governments in this, VLAIO appointed the 'Profploeg'.

This team of seasoned experts and innovative thinkers accompanies more than 100 municipalities and cities in Flanders. They advise on vacancy management, new retail concepts, spatial planning, urban logistics,...

Endeavour focuses on connecting communities and creating centers of experience, (re)filling vacant properties and investigating innovative partnerships.

Together with local governments, merchants and residents, we look for starting points, propose concrete actions and set up experiments.