September 2, 2019
August 30, 2019
FERD’S LIST 2019 names honourees from all over the world
What do a TV presenter, an impact investor, an architect, a social entrepreneur and an NGO leader have in common? They all say that the practical entrepreneurial experience they had at school changed their outlook and direction in life. Today they are outstanding entrepreneurs and leaders, creating value and “leaving…
July 17, 2019
Meet the 2019 Honourees
Eleven young inspiring entrepreneurs and leaders have been selected this year to join the FERD's LIST, the initiative that recognizes those who had a JA practical entrepreneurial experience at school. Meet the 2019 honourees who will be celebrated on August 29th during the induction ceremony which will take place alongside…
An interview article of Johan H. Andresen published on EURACTIV. Europe is seeing a resurgence of innovation and enterprise, but its education system – a key part of creating a new business culture – is often still too traditional and closed to changes, according to Johan Andresen, a Norwegian businessman…
October 11, 2018
Photos: FERD’s LIST Celebration 2018
FERD’s LIST 2018 honourees were presented by Johan H. Andresen, Owner & Chairman of FERD, during an induction ceremony at Norway House in Brussels. EU representatives and personalities from the world of Innovation and Startup’s joined a panel discussion on why Europe needs more entrepreneurs, innovators and leaders who can…
October 11, 2018
6 young people who are changing what it means to be an entrepreneur
Six outstanding young entrepreneurs and leaders from six different countries have been selected for this year’s FERD’s LIST. Their stories show there is a new kind of entrepreneurship out there. View Photo Gallery FERD’S LIST is an initiative of JA Europe to recognize and celebrate young men and women…
August 13, 2018
Meet the 2018 Honourees
Six young entrepreneurs have found a place on FERD's LIST. Meet the 2018 honourees that will be celebrated on October 10 during the induction ceremony at the Norway House in Brussels. FERD’s List aims to identify young people who achieved outstanding results in their life after the JA experience. It…
October 13, 2017
Europe’s young entrepreneurs stand out from the crowd
Young entrepreneurs from six member states have found a place on Ferd’s List, a new annual celebration of European entrepreneurship. The List recognizes the achievements of these award-winners not only as entrepreneurs but also as significant contributors to society. In the words of Johan H. Andresen, Ferd’s Chairman: “We’re honouring…
October 12, 2017
Photos: FERD’S LIST -Induction ceremony at Norway House
The first honourees to the FERD’s LIST were presented by Johan H. Andresen, Owner & Chairman of FERD, during an induction ceremony hosted by the Ambassador of Norway to the EU. EU representatives and personalities from the world of Innovation and Startup’s joined a panel discussion on why Europe needs…
September 18, 2017
FERD’s LIST video presentation
Johan H. Andresen, Owner and Chairman of FERD, is partnering with JA Europe to recognize and celebrate the long-term impact JA has on young people. Outstanding JA alumni, 5-10 young men and women on a unique path to “creating enduring value and leaving a lasting footprint”, will be nominated from…
