Why
Nordic Family Office?

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.

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 enterprise 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 20 years of experience as an advisor for family-owned businesses in the Nordic and Global, and has previously been a part of funding and leading the organization Family Business Network in Norway (FBN). She assists owners in creating sustainable growth and competitive advantage across generations.

She specializes in strategic planning for the ownership and governance. Working as an executive coaching, mediation & communication, facilitation & change management consulting.

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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about the team

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Drawing on her comprehensive knowledge of inheritance law, tax law, company law and her expertise in shareholder models, dividend and wealth taxation, Bjørgun provides a holistic advisory service to her clients, quickly identifying sound solutions and applicable frameworks to facilitate and navigate towards desired changes, including optimal tax adjustments.

Bjørgun has more than 30 years’ experience as a tax advisor at EY, and for the past 23 years has been a Tax partner and head of Business Tax Services in Norway. She has previously served as Chairman of the Board at EY Norway. She has extensive expertise as a tax advisor for large corporations, including private family-owned companies. She has provided ongoing tax advice to several of the most prominent families in Norway, assisting them with adjustments to optimal ownership and holding structures, generational transitions and gift transfers.

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.