Born September 12, 1954 in Klockrike, Sweden. Grew up in Märsta just north of Stockholm. Been living in Uppsala for 35 years and since 10 years back, now living in Gävle. Studied at Lund University and Stockholm University, graduated in law at Uppsala University. Worked for the past 30 years in various managerial positions within universities as well as in municipal and private operations. The interest in culture has been around since my childhood. My father was an initiated collector of mainly fine clocks and exclusive glassware. Through my father I was surrounded by history and beautiful things. My mother was politically engaged, why politics often discussed at home