Grace Atkinson
About Grace Atkinson
Grace Atkinson is a Global Risks Insights Specialist at the World Economic Forum, with a background in statistical analysis and policy advising in the trade sector. She has previously worked at the Office for National Statistics and the Department for Business and Trade in the United Kingdom.
Work at World Economic Forum
Grace Atkinson currently serves as a Global Risks Insights Specialist at the World Economic Forum. She began this role in 2024 and is based in Geneva, Switzerland. In her position, she focuses on analyzing global risks and contributing to initiatives that address these challenges on an international scale.
Previous Experience at Office for National Statistics
Prior to her current role, Grace worked at the Office for National Statistics as a Research Officer in Global Trade and Investment from 2020 to 2022. During her time in London, England, she contributed to research efforts that informed trade policies and economic strategies in the United Kingdom.
Background in Trade Policy and Analysis
Grace has extensive experience in trade policy and statistical analysis. She served as a Policy Advisor in the Trade Negotiations Group at the Department for Business and Trade from 2022 to 2023. Additionally, she held the position of Senior Statistician and Microdata Strategy Analyst at the same department from 2023 to 2024, where she focused on microdata strategy analysis.
Education and Expertise
Grace Atkinson holds a Bachelor of Arts in Geography from University College London (UCL), which she completed from 2017 to 2020. She also earned a Master of Science in Public Policy and Administration from The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) in 2022. Earlier, she achieved an International Baccalaureate Diploma at Impington International College from 2015 to 2017.
Contributions to Global Risks Initiative
Grace has contributed to the Global Risks Initiative at the Centre for New Economy and Society. This involvement highlights her commitment to addressing complex global challenges and her expertise in risk analysis within the context of economic and social policies.