Audbjorg Olafsdottir

Audebjorg Olafsdottir has had a diverse and extensive work experience. Audbjorg currently holds the position of Vice President of Culture and Communication at Controlant since September 2022. Prior to this role, they served as the Director of Internal Communications and Sustainability at Controlant from August 2021 to September 2022.

Before joining Controlant, Olafsdottir worked at Marel for a significant period. From August 2013 to August 2021, they held the position of Global Director of Communications. Additionally, from October 2014 to July 2019, they served as the Corporate Director of Investor Relations and Communications at Marel. Olafsdottir also worked as a Specialist in Investor Relations and Marketing at Marel from August 2013 to October 2014.

Olafsdottir's work experience also includes a role as an Information Officer at the European Union from March 2013 to August 2013.

Audbjorg started their career at Islandsbanki in 2007, where they worked as an Economist until February 2013. In this role, Olafsdottir was responsible for creating economic forecasts and reports, analyzing economic data, and representing Islandsbanki in media interviews. Audbjorg also wrote country reports for the risk committee of Islandsbanki.

Olafsdottir began their professional journey as a Journalist and News Editor for Icelandic financial news from January 2006 to November 2007. During this time, they specialized in economic and political analysis, conducted interviews with significant figures in Icelandic political and economic circles, and served as the news editor responsible for delivering news articles. Audbjorg also worked as a Reuters correspondent in Iceland in 2007.

Overall, Olafsdottir has gained expertise in communications, investor relations, economics, and journalism throughout their varied professional experiences.

Audbjorg Olafsdottir completed their Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Government at Háskóli Íslands from 2000 to 2003. Audbjorg later pursued a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Economics at Curtin University from 2004 to 2005.