This summer marks a milestone for business development on Lolland-Falster. Managing Director Mikkel Wesselhoff celebrates ten years at the helm of Business Lolland-Falster.
– Mikkel Wesselhoff, with his open mind and sharp eye for the big picture, has played a crucial role in the impressive, healthy, and balanced development that Lolland-Falster is experiencing. Mikkel is often the unifying factor for the two municipalities and soon 500 companies on Lolland-Falster. His high level of professionalism and personal optimistic tenacity have proven that no goal is too big and no initiative too small when it comes to rebuilding a region, both concretely and mentally, says Kim Rahbek Hansen, chairman of Business Lolland-Falster since 2018, in a press release.
Local enthusiast with global outlook
Mikkel Wesselhoff, who has just turned 45, was born and raised in Stubbekøbing on Falster. Like many other young people, he left to study, which took him to the USA, France, and Copenhagen. However, he returned when a friend enticed him with a business project. Wesselhoff then joined Business Lolland-Falster in 2011 as deputy manager and business developer, and in 2014 he was appointed managing director.
Upon taking office ten years ago, Wesselhoff stated: “We have many initiatives underway both in business and tourism. They should result in jobs on Lolland-Falster. That is what we are here for.”
Focus on growth and development
The mission from back then has so far succeeded. Ten years later, Business Lolland-Falster is in a completely different and much better place. The organization has grown to 20 employees and has expanded with Visit Lolland-Falster, which has five employees. Investments of more than 15 billion kroner have been attracted to the region, creating new jobs and opportunities.
– When the tunnel to Germany under the Fehmarn Belt opens in 2029, it will be a completely different region ready to be connected with Europe. Another significant factor is the atmosphere, which cannot necessarily be measured but can be felt. This is also one of Mikkel Wesselhoff’s core ideas; insisting on strong communities across sectors and other divides, adds Kim Rahbek Hansen.
Strong communities and future growth
Mikkel Wesselhoff has an extensive background in business development and strategy, which has helped him navigate Lolland-Falster through challenges such as structural reforms and changing market conditions.
Business Lolland-Falster is a business development organization dedicated to promoting sensible and balanced growth and development on Lolland-Falster. The organization, supported by the municipalities of Lolland and Guldborgsund, also includes a membership organization with nearly 500 companies.
