Ásrún Vala is a part-time cleaner and general hand, based in Húsavík.
Ásrún Vala is a part-time cleaner and general hand, based in Húsavík.
Hilmar Valur works as a project manager in the Lifelong Learning department. His main responsibilities include the preparation and management of study programmes, Icelandic language teaching, and various professional qualifications. Education: BA in Social Work from the University of Iceland.
Heiðrún works as a project manager in the Lifelong Learning department. She is based at Kistan in Þórshöfn, and part of her role involves serving the North East of the region. Education: B.Ed. teacher from K.H.I.
Heiðar is a project manager in the Lifelong Learning department, based in Húsavík. He handles various tasks, such as preparing courses and training programmes, and also manages the project "From Reception to Inclusion". Education: BSc. in Psychology and Tourism Studies from the University of Iceland
Lilja is the Deputy Director and is responsible for the daily running of the organisation. She also works in the research department, where she is involved in various research and development projects. Education: M.S. in International Marketing from the University of Strathclyde, M.S. in Tourism Studies from the University of Iceland, B.Sc. in Business Administration from the University of Iceland.
Hildur is the Director of Húsavík Academic Centre and is responsible for the organisation's day-to-day operations. She oversees four support areas: continuing education, research, university services and innovation. Education: B.Ed in Educational Studies and BA in Psychology from the University of Iceland.
Christina is the Project Manager for Kistan in Tórshavn and is responsible for the daily operations and development of the business. She works on a variety of projects related to innovation, tourism and education, as well as participating in various community and development projects for Langanesbyggð.
Christina has a BA in Business Administration and Information Technology from Duale Hochschule.
Thorbjörg Arna provides study and career guidance at Þekkingarnetið, as well as working on various projects with the institution's continuing education team. Education: MT in Pedagogy from HA and BA in Education from HÍ.
Stefán Pétur is the project manager for Hraðið, Innovation Centre, and Fab Lab Húsavík, which falls under the innovation department of Húsavík Academic Centre. Stefán manages the day-to-day operations of the innovation centre and Fab Lab Húsavík, welcomes individuals, businesses and entrepreneurs, and provides advice on design and innovation. Education: B.A. in Product Design from the Iceland Academy of the Arts.
Guðrún Ósk is the Office Manager for Húsavík Academic Centre. She is responsible for processing, registration, accounting and various other office duties. Education: School Secretary and Office Manager training from the Icelandic Business School.
Guðrún Helga is a careers and study adviser at Húsavík Academic Centre and also manages projects and teaches on the continuing education department. Education: MA in Guidance and Counselling from the University of Iceland. BA in Social Work from the University of Iceland, a Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching and a Postgraduate Diploma in Sociology.
Arnþrúður (Ditta) is a project manager based in the Mývatn area. She manages various projects in the fields of lifelong learning and research, as well as being the local coordinator for the Húsavík Academic Centre in the Mývatn area. Education: M.A. and B.A. in Fine Art, Education, as well as studies in languages, sociology and public administration.
The board of the North East Iceland Knowledge Network consists of five representatives, appointed for a two-year term.
The following parties nominate to the board:
The following individuals sit on the board (as of the 2025 Annual General Meeting):