Degree in Business, Norwegian School of Economics; degree in Business Administration and MSc in Economics, LSE; degree in Russian Language, University of Oslo. Certified Financial Analyst. Formerly: Management Consultant, McKinsey & Co.; monetary policy and public finance issues in Ministry of Finance; 1994-2001, Deputy Director-General, Economic Policy Department; 2002-06, Director-General and Head, Domestic Policy Department, Office of the Prime Minister; 2006-11, Director-General, Norwegian Ministry of Finance and Head, Asset Management Department. Currently, Special Adviser, Storebrand Asset Management and Founder, Skancke Consulting, specializing in management of sovereign wealth.