Andrew Collinge
About Andrew Collinge
Andrew Collinge serves as the Open Data Policy Task Force Lead at the World Economic Forum's G20 Global Smart Cities Alliance and is a working group member at the UAE UK Business Council. With extensive experience in public sector technology and data strategy, he has held various leadership roles in organizations such as Ipsos MORI and the Greater London Authority.
Work at World Economic Forum
Andrew Collinge serves as the Open Data Policy Task Force Lead at the World Economic Forum, specifically for the G20 Global Smart Cities Alliance. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the development and implementation of open data policies that support smart city initiatives globally.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
In addition to his role at the World Economic Forum, Collinge is a working group member of the UAE UK Business Council since 2020, based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. He also acts as a Strategic Advisor at Digital Dubai, a position he has held since 2018, where he provides strategic advice on advanced data exchange mechanisms and the establishment of data science teams.
Education and Expertise
Collinge studied Modern Languages at Lancaster University, where he earned a BA Hons from 1992 to 1996. He also attended Blythe Bridge High School. His educational background supports his expertise in public sector technology, where he frequently speaks and writes on relevant topics.
Professional Background
Collinge has an extensive background in public sector roles. He worked as Research Director at Ipsos MORI from 1997 to 2008, followed by a position as Director of Policy at LGiU from 2008 to 2010. He served as Director of Intelligence and Analysis at the Greater London Authority from 2010 to 2018, where he played a key role in establishing the Smart London team.
Achievements in Smart City Initiatives
During his tenure at the Greater London Authority, Collinge contributed to the strategy development and delivery of high-profile community technology demonstrator projects. He also served as a Non-executive Director at Funding London from 2012 to 2018, further enhancing his involvement in urban innovation and technology.