Ian Smyth

Ian Smyth is an experienced economic consultant currently working at Island Economies, where responsibilities include developing 'Better Business Cases (TM)' for small island states to secure funding for infrastructure projects. Smyth holds significant leadership roles as a Non Executive Director and Vice Chair at The Rodillian Multi Academy Trust, contributing to the turnaround of under-performing schools in Yorkshire. Previously, Smyth was Head of Economic Policy at both the West Yorkshire Combined Authority and the Leeds City Region Enterprise Partnership, leading various economic and social policy initiatives. Earlier career roles include positions at Lloyds Banking Group, St Helena Government, the Financial Conduct Authority, and Essex County Council, highlighting a strong background in economic analysis and policy development. Smyth's academic credentials include an MSc in Economics from Birkbeck, University of London, and a BSc in Economics & Finance from the University of York.