We enjoyed visiting Skandinavisk, a candle and fragrance company on our final day in Copenhagen. This visit was truly intriguing, thanks to the company’s creative approach and inspirational vision. Unlike many other companies we encountered, Skandinavisk centers its mission around the emotions its products aim to evoke. This unique perspective sets them apart in the […]
Our Swede Escape to Volvo
Posted on June 9, 2023 Written by
As the last company visit of our trip, we could not have been more excited to have toured Volvo. Visiting the Volvo Cars factory tour was an unforgettable experience, immersing us in the world of automotive production and innovation. From the moment we stepped foot inside the factory, we were greeted by a symphony of […]
Blog Post 5: Sam and Ethan
Posted on June 9, 2023 Written by
Stockholm was an absolutely incredible experience, but after four amazing days, I felt it was time to venture further. So, we hopped on a plane and flew an hour south to Copenhagen. As soon as we landed, it was apparent that Copenhagen was remarkably compact, even more so than any place we had visited in […]
7 Shades of Grey (Volvo car colors, that is)
Posted on June 8, 2023 Written by
Dear loyal readers, ’twas the night before our departure, when all through the hotel. Not a student was sleeping, not even Niklas (Myhr). Today was a marathon, starting at the crack of dawn with a bus ride over to Volvo Cars Brand Experience and Production Center. As loyal Toyota and Kia owners, we were excited […]
(Den)mark our words, pedestrians DO NOT have the right of way in Copenhagen
Posted on June 7, 2023 Written by
When life gives you lemons, ask a bartender to make you a limoncello spritz! After a shaky start to our arrival to Copenhagen, the Dancing Queens hit the ground running and explored the city’s colorful neighborhoods, beautiful canals, and tasty treats. We were determined to use our one block of free time to see as […]
Copen-hygge-n
Posted on June 7, 2023 Written by
After our exciting few days in Stockholm, our next stop was Copenhagen, Denmark. We were thrilled to experience new Scandinavian country’s culture and city to explore. With a full free day on our hands, we embarked on a series of adventures including stopping by cafes, exploring the town shops, and the Nyhavn Harbor, which is […]
Next Stop, Stockholm!
Posted on June 7, 2023 Written by
Wednesday we said our goodbyes to Skellefteå and headed for Stockholm. We landed in Stockholm, dropped off our luggage at our hotel, and walked straight over to Saab Headquarters where we met Lars, Director Head of Business Area Aeronautics and Member of Saab Group Management. Lars introduced us to the structure and organization of the […]
Holm Swede Holm
Posted on June 7, 2023 Written by
Alongside our visits to Saab and Spotify during our time in Stockholm, we had the privilege of touring two prominent tech companies: Ericsson and Challengermode. Our exploration of these companies provided us with valuable insights into the world of technology and its far-reaching impact on various aspects of society. Ericsson, a global leader in telecommunications […]
Scandinavisk Visit
Posted on June 6, 2023 Written by
Hello! It’s Carrie here with another take on business in Scandinavia vs America. While most of our business visits in Copenhagen were brief, the one that stands out as a shining example of the differences between running a business in America and Scandinavia is Skandinavisk, a candle company which strives to give consumers a taste […]
Hej from Stockholm!
Posted on June 5, 2023 Written by
On Friday, we had the pleasure of touring two intriguing tech companies, Einride and Ericsson. Einride is attempting to revolutionize the trucking industry through digitalization and autonomous driving. Their entirely driverless trucks (without even a cab) would be a world-first as they seek global deployment of these systems. Personally, I found Einride to be more […]
