Michelsen Institute from 1986 to 1990, the Bergen International Festival from 1986 to 1987 (and 1989 to 1994 as deputy chairman), the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra from 1988 to 1990 and 1993 to 1998, Bergen's cinematographer from 1988 to 1990 and Bergens Kunstforening from 1992 to 1996.