Thank you to Justin, Liv, Malin and Julia – the fantastic International Management Trainees and intern of 2024-2025
Heartfelt Thanks from the Swedish Chamber of Commerce
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce would like to extend our sincere and heartfelt appreciation to Justin Rundcrantz, Liv Månsson, Malin Alders, and Julia Gotliebsson—our exceptional Management Trainees and Intern—for their outstanding contributions over the past year.
Justin, Liv, and Malin have each played an important role within the Swedish Chamber team, significantly advancing not only their individual areas of responsibility but also enhancing the overall efficiency and impact of our daily operations. Although the year has flown by, the accomplishments achieved during their tenure are remarkable.
Their contributions include, among many others:
• The successful execution of the Swedish Chamber Sustainability Scholarship powered by Saab,
• The collaborative delivery of the Business Climate Survey in partnership with Team Sweden,
• Inspiring leadership within the Young Professionals community,
• Project management of major events and summits,
• Elevating our communications strategy and strengthening member visibility through enhanced use of social media and Swedish Chamber Insights,
• Administering and implementing findings from the annual member survey,
• Supporting membership acquisition and engaging with Swedish businesses in the Netherlands to explore new market opportunities,
• Active participation in the Swedish Chamber Committees, offering valuable insights and strategic recommendations,
• And developing a forward-looking LinkedIn strategy that will guide our presence and engagement for the future.
This impressive list could go on. Beyond their professional achievements, we are deeply grateful for the positive energy, dedication, and friendship they brought to the office each day.
The Swedish Chamber of Commerce extends its very best wishes for success in their future careers.
In addition, we wish to express our warmest thanks to the Scholarship, d and School of Business, Economics and, whose generous support makes it possible for us to engage with such talented and driven young professionals.
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Office Closed for Whitsun
Please note that the Swedish Chamber of Commerce office will be closed on Monday, June 9, in observance of Whitsun (Pingst).
We’ll be back on Tuesday, June 10, recharged and ready to support our members and partners.
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Glad Nationaldag!
Happy National Day!
On June 6, 1523, Gustav Vasa was elected king, laying the foundation for Sweden as an independent state. Over 500 years ago!
Sweden’s National Day also commemorates the adoption of a new constitution in 1809, a key milestone in the country’s democratic history.
How do we celebrate this public holiday?
It’s a day to pause, reflect, and appreciate what Sweden stands for: openness, equality, and community. Many will spend the day with family and loved ones, enjoying traditions, good food, and hopefully some sunshine!
Glad nationaldag!
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Trainee Visit to The Hague
Yesterday, the trainees and intern of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce had the pleasure of visiting our esteemed Team Sweden partners in The Hague – Business Sweden and the Embassy of Sweden in the Netherlands.
This insightful visit offered a closer look at how our organisations collaborate to strengthen Swedish–Dutch business relations. The trainees had the opportunity to sit down with representatives from both entities, gaining valuable insights into their important work in trade promotion, diplomacy, and cross-border collaboration.
We are sincerely grateful to Tomas Korseman and his inspiring team at Business Sweden, as well as the Embassy of Sweden, for their warm welcome and generous time. It was a day filled with thoughtful conversations, meaningful exchanges, and strengthened connections.
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Office Closed | May 29 – June 1
Please note that our office will be closed between May 29 and June 1 due to a public holiday. We will be back and fully operational on Monday, June 2.
We appreciate your understanding and look forward to reconnecting after the break.
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First-Ever Amsterdam Alumni Event for the School of Business, Economics and Law
Last week, on May 21, the Swedish Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted the first-ever alumni event in Amsterdam for the School of Business, Economics and Law at the University of Gothenburg, in collaboration with the Patron Member Svalner Atlas.
For over 90 years, the independent alumni association of the School of Business, Economics and Law has connected graduates around the world. In recent years, events have been held in cities such as London, Oslo, Copenhagen, and San Francisco. This year, it was Amsterdam’s turn to open its doors.
The purpose of this event was to strengthen the School’s global community and to inspire interest among potential new students. The Netherlands is an important country for the school, home to many alumni and a key location for student and staff exchange, recruitment, and career opportunities. In recent years, the school has received around 60-70 applications from interested students from the Netherlands.
During the evening, Roelof Gerritsen, partner, deputy CEO and co-founder of Svalner Atlas and Henrik Timén, Managing Director at Svalner Atlas in Gothenburg, talked about the company’s operations. Conny Overland, Assistant Professor at the School of Business, Economics and Law, spoke about how the School prepares students for a competitive job market and supports companies in finding strong candidates.
The event served as a milestone in strengthening the School’s presence in the Netherlands and reaffirmed the value of international alumni engagement.
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Highlights from the Mentorship Program: Personal and Professional Branding
Last week, we held the third session of the Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program 2025: Personal and Professional Branding
This time, we were excited to welcome keynote speaker Swati Narwal, who led us through an engaging and interactive session. Through group discussions and self-reflective exercises, we explored how to:
- Identify and articulate our unique value
- Align our personal values with our professional identity
- Build authentic connections that reflect who we truly are
- Understand how our brand influences the opportunities we attract
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Event Recap: Mentorship Program 2025 – Sustainable Leadership.
Last week, we held the second session of the Swedish Chamber and Young Professionals Mentorship Program 2025: Sustainable Leadership.
This time, we were honoured to welcome keynote speaker Gabriele Hamm Adler, who led us through an engaging and interactive session on regenerative leadership. Through group discussions and brainstorming exercises, Gabriele introduced us to strategies for building strong, positive, and successful work cultures.
We explored key questions such as:
- What makes a great team or leader?
- What defines regenerative leadership?
- How can we draw inspiration from nature to lead more sustainably?
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