Örvar Arnarsson

Örvar Arnarsson has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries and roles. Örvar most recently worked at Catapult as a Senior Business Development Manager. Prior to that, they were a Consultant at Jens Consulting ehf, where they specialized in strategy, finance, and procurement. Örvar also worked as a Procurement Specialist at Valneva.

Before that, they had a long tenure at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), where they held various positions including Programme and Budget Specialist and Unit Head of the Procurement Unit. Örvar also served as the Head of Retail Operations at ZO-ON Iceland and as a Sales and Marketing Manager at Budget Rent a Car. Örvar'searlier experience includes a role as a Project Manager in Sales and Marketing at LazyTown Entertainment.

Örvar Arnarsson's education history includes several degrees and certifications. In 2005 to 2009, Örvar attended Reykjavik University and obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Economics. In 2007 to 2008, Örvar also completed a Diploma in Economics at TalTech – Tallinn University of Technology. In 2016, Örvar pursued certifications in public procurement, completing both an Introductory Certificate and an Advanced Certificate in Public Procurement from the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS). Lastly, from 2019 to 2021, Örvar attended Háskóli Íslands, where they earned a Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree with a specialization in Public Administration.