Henrik Hedlund

Henrik Hedlund is a seasoned professional in strategic communications, currently serving as a Senior Associate at Kekst CNC since June 2023, where expertise is focused on protecting and enhancing reputations through data-led analysis. Prior to this role, Henrik gained substantial experience at Diplomat Communications as a Junior Associate and served as a Research Scholar at the Swedish Center for China Studies. An early career stint included an internship at the Consulate General of Sweden in Hong Kong through Regeringskansliet, Utrikesdepartementet. Extensive experience in the retail sector included positions at ICA Gruppen as a Sales Associate and Deli Associate. Henrik holds a Master of Arts and a Master of Science in Statsvetenskap from Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München and Stockholm University, respectively, and a Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies with a major in Political Science from Lund University. Additional academic credentials include periods of study at National Taiwan University and Östra Reals Gymnasium.