Anita Tiessen

CEO, Youth Business International

Anita Tiessen is the CEO of Youth Business international, and leads the only global network dedicated to youth entrepreneurship to develop and scale the most effective solutions to the critical challenges facing young entrepreneurs today.

YBI and its members equip underserved young people with the skills, confidence, and connections they need to beat the odds and become successful, responsible business owners.

Anita has extensive experience in international development, human rights and leading global networks. Before joining Youth Business International, Anita was CEO of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts, a global movement of 150 country members, where she grew the organisation’s reach and impact; Deputy Executive Director of UNICEF UK; and Head of Communications at Amnesty International’s global headquarters. She has an MA in Public Policy and Management.