VIKAND’s Peter Hult appointed Sweden’s honorary consul to the state of Florida
The supplier of maritime health care solutions VIKAND announces the appointment of its CEO, Peter Hult, to Sweden’s newly appointed honorary consul in the state of Florida.
The Honorary Consul – a post appointed by the Swedish Minister of Foreign Affairs – provides assistance to Swedes in Florida and to foreign citizens seeking interests in Sweden. The consulate supports cultural and business activities to promote Sweden and information about the Swedish Migration Board, residence permits, visas, educational programs and tourist information, including travel information, updated travel information and passport services.
“Being appointed to such an honored role for the Swedish consulate in Florida reflects the wonderful path our lives are taking,” says Hult. “Sweden is in my blood. To be able to help my friends navigate when they come to America and to help those who want to visit, study and live in Sweden is a privilege. As a lifelong sailor, it is also remarkable because many Swedes are known all over the world as skilled seafarers with important positions at sea and on land in commercial shipping, the cruise industry and yachting. ”
Peter lives in Florida and travels the world focusing on the whole of sustainability for seafarers. He co-founded VIKAND 2009. Its slogan “We can because we care” comes directly from the Swedish Vi Kan. The addition of “D” in the brand indicates the sense of urgency fulfilled by the company – on request.
Peter was a champion of international trade and co-founded and served as the first president of the Swedish American Chamber of Commerce in Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach, which then merged with SACC-Miami to form SACC-Florida.
His passion for people led to Peter co-founding and serving as Vice President of the Marine Industry Care Foundation and as a board member of Kids in Distress, Broward County, Florida.
The Office of the Swedish Consulate, Sweden’s Honorary Consul to the State of Florida is now located at 4101 Ravenswood Road, Suite 402-403, Dania Beach, Florida 33312 USA, providing easy access to Fort Lauderdale International Airport and the Port Everglades, one of the busiest cruise lines. , the yacht and cargo ports of the world.
Under Peter Hult’s leadership, the Swedish Consulate in the State of Florida will continue to support the great work of Swedish organizations such as the SWEA (Swedish Women’s Educational Association), the Church of Sweden in Florida, the Swedish School in Fort Lauderdale, SACC-Florida and all other groups. institutions, clubs and organizations that maintain and expand Swedish society.
Source: WEEKEND