Jan-Erik Larsen is one of Norway’s most experienced advisers in strategic communication, reputation management and political processes.

He has decades of experience helping companies, organisations and leaders build identity and profile. Jan-Erik is highly sought after as a speaker and moderator for conferences and debates. He also works extensively with media relations and crisis communication.

Jan-Erik frequently advises CEOs, boards and executive teams, and is a valued strategic adviser on how organisations must adapt in a time of rapid societal change. He has long experience with change management, both as a business leader, board member and external adviser.

He previously served as State Secretary at the Prime Minister’s Office for two terms, under both of Jens Stoltenberg’s governments. He has also been an elected representative in Kristiansund municipal council and in the Møre og Romsdal county council, and has served as Special Adviser to the Labour Party’s parliamentary group.

Jan-Erik is a highly regarded analyst of Norwegian politics, frequently used as a commentator in the media, and he hosts the podcast Podkast uten portefølje on politics and society.