The Good Economy
Mark Hepworth is a seasoned professional in economic development and social impact, currently serving as Co-Founder, Director of Research and Policy, and Place-Based Impact Investing Lead at The Good Economy since April 2015. Previously, Mark founded and led Geoeconomics, an economic development consultancy, from 2007 to 2015, providing research and strategic services across various sectors. As a Visiting Professor at the Centre for Applied Economic Geography at Birkbeck, University of London, and the Founding Director of the Local Futures Group, Mark has contributed to significant government policies and corporate strategies. Mark's earlier roles include Principal Consultant at WPP and advisory positions for various government and international organizations. Mark holds a PhD in Geography from the University of Toronto, as well as an MSc in Urban and Regional Planning and Development, a BA in Economics from the University of Warwick, and a Post-Graduate Planning degree from the University of Westminster.
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The Good Economy
As the UK’s leading, independent social impact advisory firm, we partner with organisations looking to define, measure, evaluate, report and verify impact investments that make a positive contribution to sustainable development. With deep experience in economic development around the world, we have seen first hand that a new approach to addressing social and spatial inequalities is required. Our research shows that by adopting a place-based impact investment (PBII) approach real change can be achieved. We share this knowledge with clients and partners in order to build out the three pillars of a Good Economy - Ecological Sustainability, Essentials for Everyday Living and Economic Dynamism. Our four practice areas are: Impact Services ● Impact Strategy Development ● Impact Measurement and Management (IMM) system design ● Impact due diligence ● Impact assessment and reporting ● Bespoke services: Research, Strategy Advisory and Training Impact Assured ● Impact reviews ● Impact verification (AA1000 Assurance Standard) Place Based Impact Investing Consultancy ● PBII Reporting Framework ● Local Government Pension Fund PBII Reports ● Asset Manager PBII Reports ● PBII Data Analytics ● Good Jobs Rating ● Good Economy Index PBII Ecosystem ● PBII Labs ● PBII Forum ● PBII Network The Good Economy also serves as the Secretariat for the Sustainability Reporting Standard for Social Housing.