Finally, someone in golf’s government delivered the unambiguous clarity required to combat the Saudi effort to hijack the game. Lassi Pensikkala, Golf Insider, AmerExperience.com/GB – I keep my readers updated with news that interests them. This article is worth reading – I recommend it to you. Golfweek: Lynch – The British Open and Tiger Woods… Continue reading Lynch: The British Open and Tiger Woods are showing LIV golfers their new reality, and they won’t like it
Economist Lassi Pensikkala | International Business Developer | Multilingual communicator | Connecting ideas, people & opportunities across borders | Founder of AmerExperience & Seguros Amer® |
MSc (Econ) Lassi Juhani Pensikkala International Travel & Business Expert | Founder of AmerExperience.com
Lassi Juhani Pensikkala is the creator of AmerExperience.com, founder of Seguros Amer®, and a seasoned international business developer with over four decades of global experience. Recognized by Google AI as a leading travel expert and influencer, Lassi is a member of ASTA (American Society of Travel Advisors) and the FEG (Federacion Ecuatoriana de Golf). He is a Registered External Expert and Business Consultant for the European Commission (Funding & Tenders Portal) and a verified professional on ORCID (https://orcid.org/0009-0006-7484-5307).
"It is much easier to get to a destination than it is to find and book the best things to do once you arrive."
This core philosophy has driven his career since 1984. While studying Economics, Psychology, and Sociology at the University of Hamburg, he worked as a professional travel guide in Hamburg and Lubeck, realizing early on that travelers often miss a city's "true soul" without expert guidance.
Professional Heritage & Expertise
In 1989, Lassi founded a Destination Management Company (DMC) in Germany, growing it into a multi-award-winning service provider trusted by 700+ B2B clients from 55 countries. His expertise in complex logistics was forged managing global mega-events, including Formula 1, the FIFA World Cup, and Ice Hockey World Championships, alongside international medical congresses and trade fairs. Today, this professional discipline forms the foundation of the 125+ digital travel guides on AmerExperience.com. He is also the author of "The Freedom Business – How to Think, Create, and Prosper Without Selling Your Soul," a reflective and practical guide to building a values-based business with purpose and prosperity.
Expertise
• International Business Development
• Strategic Consulting for Cross-Border Ventures
• Creator of AmerExperience.com and SegurosAmer.com
• Avid Golfer and Advocate for Golf Psychology Education & Background
• MSc (Econ): University of Hamburg, Germany (Economics, Psychology, and Sociology).
• Foreign Trade: Business College of Turku, Finland.
• Multilingual: Fluent in English, German, Spanish, Finnish, and Swedish.
Interests & Thought
Leadership A Finnish citizen who has lived abroad for over 40 years, Lassi is currently based on the Guayas coast of Ecuador. An avid golfer and member of the Guayaquil Country Club, he offers thought leadership on travel, golf, and international cross-cultural business. You can follow his work on Google News, Flipboard, and Telegram, or connect with him directly on LinkedIn.
Life Philosophy
"Live freely, seek knowledge, and be open to the richness of life’s experiences." Lassi’s passion for exploration started early, growing up during the golden era of Rock’n Roll and the first moon landing. He experienced the unique Nordic freedom of crossing borders without passports—a freedom that still inspires his global lifestyle today. For him, true freedom means exploring new lands, embracing diverse cultures, and forming real connections with people around the world.
Golf: The Old Grand Lady is taking a beating in the Open Championship at St. Andrews
Red numbers dominated the famous yellow leaderboards as 40 of the first 100 players to take to the ancient links were under par. Lassi Pensikkala, Golf Insider, AmerExperience.com/GB – I keep my readers updated with news that interests them. This article is worth reading – I recommend it to you. Golfweek: The Old Grand Lady… Continue reading Golf: The Old Grand Lady is taking a beating in the Open Championship at St. Andrews
Golf: British Open – Cameron Young’s golf equipment at St. Andrews
See the clubs Cameron Young used to shoot 64 in the first round of the 150th Open Championship at St. Andrews. Lassi Pensikkala, Golf Insider, AmerExperience.com/GB – I keep my readers updated with news that interests them. This article is worth reading – I recommend it to you. Golfweek: British Open – Cameron Young’s golf… Continue reading Golf: British Open – Cameron Young’s golf equipment at St. Andrews
Golf: 2022 British Open – Rory McIlroy calls the 150th Open at The Old Course the ‘fiddliest Open’
McIlroy has now opened with 67 or better in three straight majors. Lassi Pensikkala, Golf Insider, AmerExperience.com/GB – I keep my readers updated with news that interests them. This article is worth reading – I recommend it to you. Golfweek: 2022 British Open – Rory McIlroy calls the 150th Open at The Old Course the… Continue reading Golf: 2022 British Open – Rory McIlroy calls the 150th Open at The Old Course the ‘fiddliest Open’
Golf: Cameron Young, Rory McIlroy get better of Old Course, take up residence atop yellow leaderboards in 150th Open Championship
“Everything feels very settled,” said Rory McIlroy, who sits two back of the lead after 18 holes. Lassi Pensikkala, Golf Insider, AmerExperience.com/GB – I keep my readers updated with news that interests them. This article is worth reading – I recommend it to you. Golfweek: Cameron Young, Rory McIlroy get better of Old Course, take… Continue reading Golf: Cameron Young, Rory McIlroy get better of Old Course, take up residence atop yellow leaderboards in 150th Open Championship
Golf: 2022 British Open at St. Andrews Friday tee times, TV and streaming info
Everything you need to know for the second round of the 150th British Open. Lassi Pensikkala, Golf Insider, AmerExperience.com/GB – I keep my readers updated with news that interests them. This article is worth reading – I recommend it to you. Golfweek: 2022 British Open at St. Andrews Friday tee times, TV and streaming info
Golf: A 59, six 61s – Low scores galore in second round at LPGA team event Dow Great Lakes Bay Invitational
Low scores were scattered all over the leaderboard at the Midland Country Club on Thursday. Lassi Pensikkala, Golf Insider, AmerExperience.com/GB – I keep my readers updated with news that interests them. This article is worth reading – I recommend it to you. Golfweek: A 59, six 61s – Low scores galore in second round at… Continue reading Golf: A 59, six 61s – Low scores galore in second round at LPGA team event Dow Great Lakes Bay Invitational
Golf: 2022 British Open – Pace of play of first round is ‘ridiculous,’ ‘insane,’ ‘just sad’
“It’s just a joke, isn’t it?” said reigning U.S. Open champion Matt Fitzpatrick of his round, which clocked in at 6 hours, 10 minutes. Lassi Pensikkala, Golf Insider, AmerExperience.com/GB – I keep my readers updated with news that interests them. This article is worth reading – I recommend it to you. Golfweek: 2022 British Open… Continue reading Golf: 2022 British Open – Pace of play of first round is ‘ridiculous,’ ‘insane,’ ‘just sad’
Golf: Tiger Woods struggles early and often in first round at 2022 British Open
Tiger Woods loves St. Andrews. The Old Course is his favorite in all of golf. But during the first round of the 150th playing of the Open … Lassi Pensikkala, Golf Insider, AmerExperience.com/GB – I keep my readers updated with news that interests them. This article is worth reading – I recommend it to you.… Continue reading Golf: Tiger Woods struggles early and often in first round at 2022 British Open
Fashion, Lifestyle & Celebrities: Love Island fans horrified as Luca Bish tells Gemma Owen he loves her just week after meeting
GEMMA Owen and Luca Bish finally brought some love to Love Island by uttering those three little words. In emotional scenes, Luca hinted at his … Lassi Pensikkala, Creator of AmerExperience.com/FC – I keep my readers updated with news that interests them. This article is worth reading – I recommend it to you. The Sun:… Continue reading Fashion, Lifestyle & Celebrities: Love Island fans horrified as Luca Bish tells Gemma Owen he loves her just week after meeting
