Signe Aasland
Operations Lead
Signe keeps schedules, site flow, and vendor logistics aligned so the fair opens calmly even on the busiest winter mornings.
Team
The people behind Julemessen Pa Gjofjell.
This team shapes the winter fair from first planning meeting to final clean-up, keeping the event rooted in hospitality, local craft, and practical community support.
Meet the team
Eight organizers coordinate partnerships, programming, volunteer care, and the quiet details that make the fair feel warm and well-run.
Karen Bjerke
Volunteer Coordination
Karen recruits and supports the volunteer crew, matching people to roles where they can welcome guests and help each other.
Mads Iversen
Program Curator
Mads builds the workshop and music program, balancing local traditions with activities that keep families returning every December.
Liv Nordby
Community Outreach
Liv works with neighborhood groups and support services to ensure proceeds from the fair reach people who need them most.
Henrik Solberg
Finance and Stewardship
Henrik tracks budgets, donations, and follow-through, making sure every kroner raised is documented and directed with care.
Alma Rosten
Maker Relations
Alma supports local artisans from application to stall setup, helping the market feel distinct, handmade, and rooted in place.
Olav Strand
Director
Olav sets the overall direction for the fair and keeps the mission centered on generosity, stability, and local trust.
Ingrid Halvorsen
Partnerships
Ingrid develops relationships with sponsors and civic partners so the event can grow its reach without losing its intimate character.