Pre-2016 Press Releases 12 March 2014

World Economic Forum Names Internet Society's Niel Harper One of Its Young Global Leaders

The World Economic Forum has announced the list of persons selected to join the 2014 Forum of Young Global Leaders (YGL). The Internet Society’s Niel Harper has been named as one of the 214 exceptional young individuals that have been recognized for their achievements and contribution to society.

Notable past YGLs are Larry Page (Co-Founder/CEO, Google), Marissa Mayer (CEO, Yahoo!), Pete Cashmore (Founder/CEO, Mashable), Salman Khan (Founder & Executive Director, Khan Academy), and Chelsea Clinton (Board Member, Clinton Foundation).

The Forum of Young Global Leaders is a unique, multi-stakeholder community of exceptional young leaders. Bold, brave, action-oriented and entrepreneurial, these individuals commit both their time and talent to make the world a better place.

Find out more about the World Economic Forum’s Global Leaders

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