Ries Anderson is a GenZ entrepreneur and Founder of Flandrien Chocolate, redefining business through authenticity and AI. He inspires corporate audiences with bold insights on innovation, leadership, and the new generation of founders shaping the future.
Ries Anderson is a 22-year-old entrepreneur, thought leader, and Founder & CEO of Flandrien Chocolate, a fast-growing Belgian brand that fuses chocolate heritage with modern creativity and AI-driven branding. Recognised as one of Europe’s most dynamic young business voices, he brings a powerful message of innovation, authenticity, and courage to global audiences.
Launching Flandrien Chocolate while still a student, Ries embodies the new wave of founders redefining entrepreneurship in the digital era. His concept of the “Start-Up of One” celebrates the power of individuals leveraging technology, creativity, and purpose to build businesses that matter.
Ries’s achievements include the Global Change Maker Award at the Change the World Model United Nations in Abu Dhabi (2023), the Belgian Student Entrepreneur of the Year title (2024), and recognition as Keystone Student Ambassador of the Year (2025). He has shared his insights at prestigious academic institutions and Business Schools in Europe, the United Kingdom and North America, addressing themes such as youth leadership, AI innovation, and the mindset behind modern entrepreneurship.
Ries Anderson delivers energetic, inspiring, and deeply human talks that resonate across generations. Blending storytelling with actionable strategies, he empowers audiences to lead with authenticity, embrace innovation, and transform self-doubt into confidence.
Whether delivering a keynote, fireside chat, or interactive session, Ries’s presentations combine intellect with empathy, leaving audiences motivated to create meaningful impact and lead with purpose.
Beyond his ventures, Ries actively mentors young entrepreneurs and collaborates with initiatives that promote sustainability, innovation, and youth empowerment. His mission is to prove that age is never a barrier to impact, and that leadership begins with belief in oneself.
Ries’s achievements have positioned him as one of Europe’s most promising young business leaders. His honours include the Global Change…
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