Gregory Spencer (he/him)

Director, Research

Greg has over 20 years of experience in urban and economic development policy making and research. He has worked in consulting and academia roles across Canada, the UK, and Ireland helping local communities reach their full potential. 

Greg has co-authored high profile reports with leading urban think tanks such as Brookings Metro, The Martin Prosperity Institute, and NESTA. He has also co-authored op-eds in the Globe and Mail, the Toronto Star, and the Guardian. 

Greg holds a Ph.D. in Economic Geography and a M.Sc. in Planning from the University of Toronto and a B.A. in Geography from Bishops University. 

What is your favourite way to spend a day in the city? :  

Exploring somewhere new. 

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