Executive Master of Management from BI Norwegian Business School. He is Specialized in Storytelling, PR and Governmental relations. More than 20 years of experience from collaborating with businesses and organizations. Experienced Business Executive focusing on strategy, business development and Governmental Relations. Sectorial experience; Pharma/ Bio Tech, Renewable Energy, and Fin-tech.
Dag R. Abrahamsen
Chairman & President
tel. +47 905 48 731
dra@nicc.pro
Mette J. Follestad
Vice President
Using her knowledge of modern Israel and the Land of Israel, together with years of experience in operational management, Mette Johanne has organized and led tours in Israel for Norwegians for 12 years, blending history with modernity. She uses her extensive international connections to strengthen bonds with Israel, and between Norwegians and Israelis.
tel. +47 915 25 297
mjf@nicc.pro
Elijah Elystrand
Oslo Board of Directors, Editor-in-Chief
Specializing in business development, investments and development of disruptive technologies, commercialization of new technologies, innovative business models, content platforms and much more. Assisting businesses from the seed of an idea to the final product and further help to accelerate the growth of clients.
tel. +47 940 88 777
ee@nicc.pro
Jostein Vevatne
Oslo Board of Directors, Treasurer and Secretary of the Board
Founder of Better Together AS which provides management consulting within the tech/startup industry. More than 12 years of experience from strategy and communication consulting to the telecoms industry. Currently CEO of Gatruds Legat, a diaconal foundation.
tel. +47 990 03 130
jv@nicc.pro
Konstantin Mortensen
Oslo Board of Directors, Marketing and Communication
Specializing in marketing, sales, community building and aiding businesses with strategies for massive growth and expansion. 9+ years experience in B2B/B2C Marketing and extensive understanding of the Blockchain and WEB 3.0 Technologies, with that he is able to assist and help businesses transition to WEB 3.0 and solidify their business positioning in the new technological era.
tel. +47 925 16 958
km@nicc.pro
Odd Magne Reme
Chair Kristiansand Board of Directors, Strategic Business Development
Specializing in advisory on strategic business development, Magne has contributed to growth and expansion of multiple international companies. He holds a large network worldwide and has a broad range of expertise, from helping clients with attraction of private investors or raising venture capital to setting up experienced management structures.
tel. +47 905 37 097
omr@nicc.pro
Trygve Brekke
Chair Stavanger Board of Directors, Economic Development & Internationalization
Specializing in the sectors ranging from oil & gas to education & science. He holds an MSC / Sivil engineer NTH/NTNU Norwegian University of Science and Technology. Working as director of Economic Development in the city of Stavanger and International director for Greater Stavanger. Served as Secretary general in World Energy Cities Partnership – WECP.org
tel. +47 908 26 533
tb@nicc.pro
Morten Selven
Chair Trondheim Board of Directors, Agricultural Technology &
Development
Development
Morten Arnljot Selven is a Norwegian business leader, adviser and politician.
He was party leader in the Christian Coalition Party from 2010 until it merged into the Christian Party in 2015.
He did not join the new party, but ran as a parliamentary candidate for the Coastal Party in 2017.
tel. +47 915 46 362
ms@nicc.pro
Øyvind Bernatek
Oslo Board of Directors Deputy Member, Business Advisor
Small business advisor and fundraiser for aliyah related projects. More than 35 years of working experience as lawyer, among these as partner in law firm in Oslo and general director for governmental legal complaint boards. Deep knowledge in private, corporative, immigration and administrative law. Good understanding of the Israeli society and mentality. Been to Israel almost yearly since 1978.
tel. +47 915 45 645
ob@nicc.pro
Hans Fredrik Grøvan
Oslo Board of Directors, Business Consulting
Consultancy within business development. Has been a parliamentary representative for KrF for 8 years until 01.10.21. Have been leader of Friends of Israel for 6 years. Has visited Israel many times. Gives lectures and seminars on various aspects of the Norway-Israel relationship and at MIFF’s events. Lives in Lyngdal. Education and extensive working experience from the Educational Sector.