Bridging a better way to build and inspire the future.

WHY NORDIC FAMILY OFFICE?

The art of owning a family company

Competence center for owners and next generation owners of family enterprise.

Our team has extensive experience in management and training in family dynamics.

Family companies hold the key to making a positive difference in society. We understand the unique challenges that arise when work relationships intersect with family relationships and are passionate about the success of family companies. We help owners and the next generation of owners to deal with questions that are critical for the next generation to succeed in running the company.

Through many years of experience of having worked closely with owners of family companies, we see that if they are to succeed in taking ownership further, they must start by becoming aware of what they as individuals want. Therefore, we focus on ensuring that you, as an owner, must have knowledge of, and take on the role of, future leader.
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Nordic Family Office Team

Our mission is to empower owners and next-generation owners of family businesses to change the future by recognizing the inherent power and influence they possess. We understand that a large part of value creation in the world originates from these individuals, and we believe that to effect meaningful change in society, one must first embark on a personal transformation.

We emphasize the importance of self-awareness and personal growth, recognizing that how one feels directly impacts those around them. By fostering positive change within oneself, we create a ripple effect that extends to loved ones, the companies we are involved with, and the investments we make.

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With over two decades of experience working closely with family business owners and next-gen leaders, we have observed that value-based ownership, benefiting owners, companies, and society, begins with introspection. We prioritize helping individuals discover their true selves, their values, beliefs, and the culture they cultivate. We firmly believe that the power lies within each person.

While the world seeks to address challenges through investments and external solutions, we understand that true transformation begins within. 

Our commitment is to focus on people, recognizing that the power to change the world starts with empowering oneself. Through NFO, we strive to create a paradigm shift that places personal growth and individual empowerment at the forefront of sustainable change.



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about the team

Mette Ballari

Passionate about helping family business owners become aware of who they are and what their values, driving force, roles and responsibilities are through good frameworks for ownership over generations.

Mette has 18 years of experience as an advisor for family-owned businesses in the Nordic countries, and has previously been a part of funding and leading the organization Family Business Norway. She assists owners in creating sustainable growth and competitive advantage across generations. Mette joined EY in 2017 and is head of EY Private and Family Enterprise team. In collaboration with Bjørgun Jønsberg she has built “The Art of Owning a Family Company” – EYs center of competence for owners and the next generation of owners of family businesses. Mette is also responsible for EY's "Woman Fast Forward" program in Norway. Mette is also responsible for EY’s program "Women Fast Forward" in Norway.

Tap into your power as a FUTURE leader and human being

As much as 80% of all value creation in the world today stems from family businesses. This implies that the choices owners make, will have a huge impact on the direction in which the world moves. Mette wants to contribute to owners becoming aware of their role. Through various programs and counselling, she challenges the owners to create major changes in both their own lives and the lives of others, including creating good frameworks for co-ownership across generations.

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about the team

Angoline Berge Tobias

Culture lays the foundation and paves the way for innovation and sustainable growth, and trust is crucial for the relations needed.

Angoline works with getting owner vision, owner strategy, and goals implemented in the organization. The processes are goal-driven and built on a high degree of involvement in all levels : The owner board and its forum, as well as the board, management, and other key roles.

She is concerned with ensuring that the work provides value in both the short and long run, which means that you solve the short-sighted ambitions while also building a common culture over time.

She has an extensive experience with this side of business – both as a board member and chairman of the board, HR director, CEO, partner, and as leader in other capacities.

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How Mette is building a better working world

I am Building a better working world by being genuine and trusting others, as I have a strong faith that we together will create a better world. By sharing from my own experience, I wish to provide transparency and honesty in the conversations where we all can use ourselves as the basis. This is important when sustainability, innovation and digitalization is on the agenda, and change is required.

I help owners and leaders of family businesses become conscious of their roles, and how they can use this responsibility. I am engaged in helping everyone see that they can succeed, that they both as individuals and groups can make big changes – and for this, I use my experiences from studies within strategic coaching and sustainability.

Programs

Tailored to individual families

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Leader and cultural architect

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How to lead and ensure continuity in the family company

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Learning Journey for the next generation - freedom and knowledge to choose

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bridging impact - future leadership

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what we do

Family and Ownership Advisory

Our advisory approach begins with a conversation where we introduce key aspects of family enterprise dynamics, including opportunities, challenges, and common issues. We provide insights, frameworks, and examples to help owners understand their roles, responsibilities and maximize their ownership experience.

We assist families by creating awareness of challenges, roadblocks, and dilemmas, enabling them to establish a shared language, understanding, and a clear strategy for ensuring the continuity of their family enterprise and ownership.