Hans T. Antonsen

Hans T. Antonsen has extensive experience in leadership roles across various sectors, particularly in culture and government. Currently serving as Kultursjef at Arendal kommune since June 2024, Hans previously held the position of Direktør at Det Norske Teatret from January 2020 to June 2024 and was Administrerende direktør at Kilden Teater- og Konserthus for Sørlandet from January 2016 to January 2020. Earlier, Hans served as Ordfører in Grimstad kommune from October 2007 to October 2015. Additional roles include Daglig leder at Ordkraft, Informasjonssjef at Ericsson, and Statssekretær along with Politisk rådgiver at Nærings- og handelsdepartementet. Hans career began in politics as Generalsekretær for Venstre from September 1993 to October 1997.