Bente Moen Kristiansen has extensive experience in education and advisory roles, currently serving as a Senior Adviser at Statped since April 2007. Prior to this position, Bente worked as a Class Teacher at Gjøvik kommune and Sør-Varanger kommune between 2001 and 2007. Bente holds a Master's degree in Digital Communication and Culture from Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences, completed in 2022, alongside several certifications in special education, digital learning tools, library science, and information technology from various institutions.