Our travel days are winding down as we touchdown in Finland—or as Duke calls it, “The Fineland.” It’s a bit bittersweet, knowing we only have three days left as college graduate students. But we didn’t let that dampen our spirits; we were ready to explore “The Fineland.” On our first day, we headed straight to […]
Electric Trucks and Laundromats?
Posted on June 11, 2024 Written by
It was our final couple of days in Stockholm, and besides our business visits to Einride and Megadeals, we got some free time to explore. We definitely took advantage of this time, getting a lot of shopping in and taking a quick but informative boat tour. Einride We finished our first week of Scandinavian business […]
She left you??!
Posted on June 10, 2024 Written by
Our journey to Skellefteå, Sweden, pronounced “she left you,” was a remarkable eye-opener. Skellefteå is not just another city in northern Sweden; it’s a hub of innovation and sustainability, leading the charge in the green transition. We started our trip by landing at Luleå Airport, followed by a scenic drive to our hotel in Piteå, […]
Helsinki and Goodbyes?
Posted on June 9, 2024 Written by
Sadly our trip has come to an end. Even though it was exhausting and I’m so glad to sleep in my own bed without worrying about rolling over onto Nicole, I had such a fun time. We agree that we will never forget the time we had in Scandinavia and will miss all the friends […]
Stockholm & Piteå
Posted on June 9, 2024 Written by
While visiting Stockholm, we met with many businesses and learned about their approach to international business. Einride was an electric, autonomous transport company that already had a presence in Los Angeles with the largest electric truck charging station in the USA. They currently only operate trucks in cargo transport within facilities or very short distances, […]
Reflection, it wasn’t noticed
Posted on June 8, 2024 Written by
Our final stop on this trip was Helsinki, Finland, and after the trip we had through Sweden our expectations were high. Of all the places on this trip, the place I could see myself moving to is probably Helsinki. The large city feel without the dense population was something I could appreciate. Upon our arrival, […]
From Busy City to Sleepy Town
Posted on June 8, 2024 Written by
Our final day in Stockholm were filled with excitement as we started off the day with some planning where we decided what we wanted to explore around the city. Afterwards, Jonathan and Duke ventured into the city and found the only existent laundromat in Stockholm. The lady there was very welcoming as she found out […]
“She Left You” and Gravity?
Posted on June 7, 2024 Written by
Hello from the sky! I am currently writing this on one of the planes we are taking to Finland. Yesterday we visited Skellefteå and Northvolt. The presentations from the municipality were interesting to say the least. They want to expand their town by about 13,000 residents and bring in Americans. Northvolt has helped them grow […]
Dodging Runners and Dancing Queens: A Day in Stockholm
Posted on June 7, 2024 Written by
Today marks our first free day in Stockholm, and we’re all set to explore this beautiful city. Coincidentally, the Stockholm Marathon is happening today, which means many of the roads are closed. However, we won’t let that stop us. Our excitement to visit the Vasa Museum and the ABBA Museum keeps us motivated. We started […]
Strategic Insights from Scandinavia’s Nightlife and Restaurant Scene
Posted on June 6, 2024 Written by
Our comprehensive exploration of Scandinavia’s restaurant and nightlife industries has provided valuable insights into the effective business practices that distinguish this region on the global stage. This series has highlighted not only the cultural richness but also the strategic acumen behind the thriving hospitality sector in Scandinavian countries. 1. Localization and Customer Engagement: A key […]
