Espen Modahl has extensive experience in the sports sector, particularly within Norges Håndballforbund since August 2004, where roles have included Dommeransvarlig, Utviklingsansvarlig dommerarbeid, and Hovedtillitsvalgt. From August 2004 to March 2018, responsibilities as Lov- og domsansvarlig involved preparing cases in Region Øst. Prior to this, Espen Modahl worked as a Sjåfør for Selvstendig næringsdrivende from 1998 to 2000. Educational background includes studies in Reiseliv at Otto Treiders Handelsskole from 2000 to 2003, following a degree in Reiseliv with market orientation from 1993 to 1996.