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Justin Etzin

The Republic of Seychelles

Seychelles Special Envoy

Seychelles Special Envoy

Justin Etzin is a Special Envoy for the Republic of Seychelles. In this capacity he works with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other senior state offices on matters that advance the national interest. His responsibilities include supporting international engagement, encouraging foreign investment, assisting with priority development projects, strengthening cooperation with partner governments, and representing Seychelles in selected outreach with institutions and private sector groups. His work focuses on facilitating constructive dialogue, opening doors for strategic partnerships, and assisting the government with initiatives that contribute to national progress.

Justin is also a Seychellois entrepreneur and the Founder, investor and Chief Executive Officer of Global Ocean Investments. He builds and invests in companies in hospitality, healthcare, insurance, tourism and development across Europe, Africa, North America and the Caribbean. In Seychelles he operates 1st Insurance Seychelles, Seychelles Medical Services, Seychelles Travel and a range of tourism ventures.

He led the successful sourcing effort that secured the national supply of COVID vaccines during a critical period for the country. He continues to support public programs through regular donations of medical equipment, community resources and other government directed needs that contribute to the wellbeing of the islands.

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Justin Etzin, celebrates ten years as Seychelles Consul General

13 Apr 2019 – Today marked the ten year celebration as Seychelles Consul General & Ambassador of Tourisim to the United States. Living in New York, Etzin was …

Mansion originally owned by Macy's Straus family to be sold in auction

1 May 2019 – The divorce of Consul General from Latvian model Lana Zakocela led to the decision to sell the estate.

‘I’m passionate about charity’ says Seychelles Consul-General to U.S. Justin Etzin

30 Jun 2014 – Now living in New York, Etzin was appointed as the Seychelles‘ Consul-General … A young man with a good cause to fight for … a holistic wellness service to the Seychellois people, which Etzin says …

Justin Etzin traveled to the Seychelles for the Diplomatic Conference.

23rd March 2019 – Speaking at the bi-annual event, the Seychelles Diplomat addressed the President, Vice President, Ministers and Consul Generals from around the world on how the worldwide diplomatic Corps can respond more effectively with government and the private sector on matters concerning the environment.

Justin Etzin and Lana Zakocela's Westchester mansion hits auction block

24 Apr 2019 – This Westchester mansion was supposed to be a dream home for Seychelles diplomat and Latvian model Lana Zakocela.

Justin Etzin's Westchester estate formerly owned by macy and hearst ...

North Castle, Apr 25, 2019 (Issuewire.com) – Ambassador’s – 14,000 Sq. Ft., 7.9 Acre Estate to be Sold on June 13 with a $2.5 Million Minimum Bid.

Westchester Estate Formerly Owned by Macy and Hearst Families Hits the Auction Block

25 Apr 2019 – NEW YORK, April 25, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Paramount Realty USA, … owned by the Consul of the Republic of the Seychelles Justin Etzin.

The Seychelles to auction off estate at a discount after ...

4 May 2019 – Lana Zakocela and Justin Etzin in front of their former New Castle home (Credit: Getty, Zillow). The consul general and tourism ambassador of …

A fairy-tale union: guests treated to lavish four-day bash

5 Sep 2015 – Justin Etzin married long-time Latvian girlfriend Lana Zakocela in a four day bash in Florence, Italy on Saturday August 22. (Justin Etzin & Lana …

September 19, 2022

Paying Respects to Her Majesty at the British Embassy in Paris

I had the privilege to sign the Book of Condolences and attend the televised funeral of Her Majesty the Queen at the British Embassy in Paris with my close friend the Ambassador of the United Kingdom to France. My condolences and deepest respect go to the Royal Family and to the people of the United Kingdom on this very sad day.