Who are these young entrepreneurs, innovators and leaders? What is their story?
How has their entrepreneurial experience impacted their lives?
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Johan H. Andresen and his company FERD have been long-time supporters of Junior Achievement. In particular, Johan has been instrumental in developing schemes to support and promote JA Alumni as they transition from education into the economy. Ferd has an extensive involvement in social entrepreneurship.
“By value we mean far more than just financial return – value is also created through personal development and growth. JA is making an impact on thousands of young people all over Europe every day. Just as I have been, the next generation will be inspired by them, and so will our politicians, the business community, the education community and even parents.”
PROGRAMME – 10 OCTOBER 2018
16:00 Registrations
16.30 Welcome
Ingrid Schulerud, Ambassador of Norway to Belgium
Caroline Jenner, CEO JA Europe
16.40 What happened ?
Meet three of the 2017 honourees the CEO of JA Sweden looking into the impact of the Ferd’s List nominations.
Claudia Suhov, Founder & Creative Director at Kidster
Chris Slater, Co-Founder & CEO at Simply Business
Boris Kolev, Managing Partner at DigiMark
Cecilia Nykvist, CEO of JA Sweden (Ung Företagsamhet Sverige)
17:00 Celebration: FERD’S LIST 2018!
Presentation and discussion with the 2018 FERD’s LIST honourees
Get to know the Honourees, Who are these young entrepreneurs, innovators and leaders and how are they contributing to job creation and growth? A conversation about innovation, entrepreneurship and personal involvement lead by Johan H Andresen.
Johan H Andresen, Chairman and Owner, FERD
17:45 Reflection panel
“Europe needs more young entrepreneurs, innovators and leaders who can contribute to job creation and growth.”
Panel discussion: What can we learn from the Ferd’s List nominees and how can we encourage more entrepreneurship among young people in Europe?
Helena Jansson, Senior VP of Finance- International at FedEx
Frits Scholte, VP Sales and Marketing at ManpowerGroup Europe
James Stevens, Partner at Rud Pedersen Public Affairs
18:10 Closing Remarks
For 100 years, JA has delivered hands on, experiential learning in work readiness, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship.
Prof. Dr. Michel De Wolf, Vice-chairman JA Europe, honorary dean Louvain School of Management.
Cocktail
VENUE
NORWAY HOUSE
Rue Archimède 17
1000 Brussels
Belgium
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