Trond Mohn
Trond Mohn | |
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| Born | April 3, 1943 Norway |
| Occupation(s) | Entrepreneur, philanthropist |
| Years active | 1970–present |
| Known for | Owner and CEO of Frank Mohn AS; philanthropy in sports, healthcare, and scientific research |
| Notable work | Founder of Bergen Research Foundation and Tromsø Research Foundation |
Trond Mohn (born 3 April 1943) is a Norwegian entrepreneur and philanthropist with billionaire status. He holds the position of owner and CEO at the family enterprise Frank Mohn AS.
Early life
Born to Frank Mohn (1916–2002) and Eva Wigum (1920–1982), Mohn completed his economics degree at the University of Mannheim in Germany in 1970.
Career
After finishing his studies, he moved back to Bergen to work within the family business, assuming the CEO role in January 1986. In addition, Mohn acts as the Honorary Consul representing the Republic of Korea in Norway.
Philanthropy
Mohn has made significant philanthropic contributions focused primarily on sports, healthcare, and scientific research, especially in Bergen as well as in Tromsø and Haugesund/Karmøy. His strong community impact was recognized in 2010 when he was named "the Best Bergenser."
In 2004, he founded the Bergen Research Foundation by donating NOK 250 million to support research efforts at both the University of Bergen and Haukeland University Hospital. Furthermore, he provided NOK 400 million to establish the Tromsø Research foundation, which underwrites long-term research projects at the University of Tromsø.
Family
Mohn is married to Mette Mortmansgård, with whom he has three children: Christine Mohn, Louise Mohn, and Fredrik Wilhelm Mohn. The family lives in Bergen, where his business headquarters are located.