Kristina Háfoss

Engaging in a diverse educational journey, Kristina has acquired a Certificate of Business Administration from Heriot-Watt University & Edinburgh Business School, an MSc in Politics from the University of Copenhagen focusing on Economics, and a Master of Laws also from the University of Copenhagen in Law. This academic foundation solidified her expertise in various fields. Transitioning into the professional realm, she held significant roles: She is currently serving as the Secretary General at The Nordic Council Secretariat since 2021, she was also the Minister of Finance from 2015 to 2019. Earlier, she provided advisory services to reputable entities such as Tryggingarfelagið Føroyar, Betri pensjón, and TF Holding between 2011 and 2015. Her impactful leadership was evident during her tenure as the Minister of Education, Research, and Culture in 2008 and as the Director of the Department for Development, IT, and Marketing at Tryggingarfelagið Føroyar, Betri pensjón, and TF Holding from 2007 to 2011. Prior to this, she honed my financial acumen as a Project Manager and Investment Advisor at Føroya Banki in 2006 and as an Economist and Lawyer at Landsbanki Føroya from 2004 to 2005. Kristina’s professional journey began with pivotal roles as a Student Assistant in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry