Ryan Fournier, an influential American conservative activist and political commentator, is best known for his role as the co-founder and acting national chairman of the youth organization Students for Trump. Born in Long Branch, New Jersey, and raised in Clayton, North Carolina, Fournier’s political journey began with his volunteer work for Mitt Romney’s 2012 presidential campaign. His early involvement in local and state political campaigns in North Carolina laid the groundwork for his later endeavors.

In 2015, while studying at Campbell University in Buies Creek, North Carolina, Fournier and John Lambert launched Students for Trump as a Twitter account. The initiative rapidly gained traction, growing to nearly 300 campus chapters and a substantial social media presence within a year. Fournier’s leadership in the organization has been pivotal in mobilizing and energizing young conservative voices.

In addition to his work with Students for Trump, Fournier is the President of both OpenPoll and xStrategies, where he continues to influence political discourse. Notably, in July 2018, Fournier led a successful boycott against Walmart over shirts labeled “Impeach 45,” which garnered significant attention on Twitter under the hashtag #BoycottWalmart and resulted in Walmart removing the items from its online store.

Fournier’s career reflects a deep commitment to conservative values and a strategic approach to political activism, making him a prominent figure in American political commentary and youth mobilization.