Andrew Dean

Dr Andrew Dean is the Head of Regional Engagement at Exeter Innovation (EI) within the University of Exeter. He holds a PhD in Earth Sciences from the University of Exeter (1987-1991), an MSc in Environmental Sciences from the University of Sheffield (1986-1987), and a BSc (Hons) in Environmental Sciences from the University of Hull (1983-1986). His work focuses on civic engagement, skills policy, labour markets, and regional economic development. He leads the Marchmont Employment and Skills Observatory, a research centre specialising in real-world interventions in regional labour markets.

• Education: PhD (Exeter), MSc (Sheffield), BSc (Hull)
• Key Roles: Managing Civic University Agreements, Regional Skills Strategy (2024-2027), Skills Escalators in Digital Jersey
• Notable Projects: CEDEFOP real-time LMI project, TUC Union Learning Fund evaluations, OECD LEED reports

His research explores the future of work, policy-practice linkages, and regional labour market dynamics. He has authored influential strategies for Digital Jersey, trade union education reviews, and hyper-rural apprenticeship challenges. He chairs international networks like EUniverCities and the European Labour Market Monitoring Committee.