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Fostering entrepreneurship and building skills – An important pillar of Europe’s future prosperity

Thomas A. Schmid, Chief Operating Officer, Hyundai Motor Europe

Europe has been experiencing turbulent times, both politically as well as economically. At the same time, we have seen the region living up to the challenges. Just look at the countries that were struggling most with the Euro crisis: their economies are mostly on the upswing again. That’s an important trend for all Europeans – and in particular for the young who, despite their good education, have found it hard to secure work.

Crown prince(ss) for a day

JA Norway, News from the Network

"I will never forget this day" said Natalie Hettervik Flesjaa (18) after shadowing H.R.H. Crown Prince Haakon through an ordinary day at work. 

17 years old, Natalie was a successful CEO for Smartfood UB. Due to her good results as a leader and the outstanding achievements of the company, Natalie was carefully chosen as one out of 30 young entrepreneurs to participate in Leaders for a Day in Norway. 

Leaders-for-a-Day: Europe's top leaders share their story

After another great year of Leaders-for-a-Day, some of Europe's top leaders share their experiences sharing their day with JA alumni and ESP-holders.

Leaders-for-a-Day: The young leaders share their experiences

Following the 2015 Leaders-for-a-Day, the JA alumni and ESP-holders share their experiences spending one day with with some of Europe's top leaders.

Leaders-for-a-Day: Tomorrow's leaders share their expectations

Ahead of Leaders-for-a-Day tomorrow, participating JA alumni and ESP-holders share their expectations before they meet and follow their top leaders.