Glen Hodgson

This veteran economic strategist turned journalist specializes in decoding global workforce transformations. Currently shaping policy debates through his Freelance Movement platform, Hodgson's work appears in 35+ publications worldwide.

Core Coverage Areas

  • Digital Labor Markets: Analyzes platform economy regulations through comparative policy lenses
  • Green Finance Mechanisms: Tracks innovative funding models for climate-resilient infrastructure
  • Inclusive Growth Models: Develops metrics for equitable economic transitions

Pitching Strategy Insights

"Effective pitches mirror Hodgson's hybrid approach - rigorous data wrapped in human narratives"
  • Emphasize cross-border policy impacts
  • Incorporate predictive economic modeling
  • Highlight underreported community effects

Recent honors include the 2024 Transatlantic Policy Innovation Award for his work bridging EU and North American digital workforce strategies. Hodgson maintains an active advisory role with three UN agencies on sustainable employment frameworks.

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Bio

Career Trajectory Analysis

We've tracked Glen Hodgson's evolution from macroeconomic analyst to visionary commentator on the future of work. His 40-year journey began at the International Monetary Fund, where he developed foundational expertise in global fiscal systems. Subsequent leadership roles at Export Development Canada and the Conference Board of Canada honed his ability to translate complex economic concepts into actionable insights.

Defining Works

This landmark podcast analysis dissects the regulatory challenges facing Europe's independent workforce. Hodgson methodically compares tax frameworks across seven nations, revealing how Sweden's hybrid model successfully balances flexibility with social safety nets. His proposed "dynamic compliance" framework has been cited in EU policy drafts.

  • Indigenous Financing and Economic Inclusion
  • Hodgson's 2024 white paper revolutionized impact investing strategies by introducing scalable revenue-sharing models between corporations and First Nations communities. The study's unique methodology cross-referenced traditional knowledge systems with modern portfolio theory, creating new benchmarks for inclusive growth metrics.

  • Climate-Smart Urban Infrastructure Financing
  • This prescient 2023 report anticipated the green bond market surge, offering municipalities a risk-assessment matrix for blended finance projects. Hodgson's analysis of Rotterdam's tidal barrier public-private partnership has become required reading for urban climate strategists.

    Beat Analysis & Pitching Guidance

    Focus on Policy Implementation Over Ideology

    Hodgson prioritizes actionable frameworks rather than political posturing. His recent deconstruction of Barcelona's freelance visa program demonstrates this practical approach. Pitches should include concrete case studies showing measurable outcomes.

    Quantify Human Impact in Economic Narratives

    The journalist's analysis of Portugal's remote worker tax incentives successfully correlated GDP growth with quality-of-life metrics. Supply pitch angles that connect fiscal policies to individual wellbeing statistics.

    Cross-Border Comparative Angles

    Hodgson's Nordic vs Mediterranean freelance policy comparison piece showcases his preferred methodology. Stories should present replicable solutions through multinational analysis, avoiding single-country focus.

    Awards & Industry Recognition

    "Hodgson redefines economic journalism by making systemic complexity personally relevant" - World Economic Forum Tech Pioneers Report 2024
    • 2024 Transatlantic Policy Innovation Award: Recognized for bridging EU-North American digital workforce strategies
    • Canadian Economics Association Media Prize: Honored for lifetime achievement in public-interest economic reporting

    Essential Pitching Considerations

    • Lead with multilateral stakeholder impacts
    • Incorporate predictive modeling data
    • Highlight underrepresented community angles
    • Use OECD/IMF data frameworks
    • Avoid siloed sector analysis

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