Arjen Edzes

Dr. Arjen Edzes is an Associate Professor at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Spatial Sciences, Department of Economic Geography. He holds an additional position as Professor of Regional Labour Market at Hanze University of Applied Sciences. His expertise lies in Regional & Spatial Economics and Strategic Management, focusing on regional labor markets, inclusive policies, and strategic policy advice. Edzes has a PhD (2010) and extensive professional experience in management consulting with regional authorities. He leads major research projects like 'Talent in the Region' (2018–2025) and 'Bijstand op Maat' (2017–2021), addressing labor market dynamics and social welfare policies. His work emphasizes socially relevant research published in top journals, combining academic rigor with practical policy impact.

Education: PhD (University of Groningen, 2010), MA/BA in Sociology (U Groningen), BC in Cultural Welfare Work (1986). Professional experience includes roles at Deloitte and CAB Groningen. He supervises Master's and PhD students and coordinates the Regional Labour Market Analysis course.

Key research projects include analyzing intergenerational poverty in peat colonies, cross-border labor markets with Northern Germany, and urban labor market dynamics. His work bridges academia and practice, informing regional policies on talent development, workforce competency, and socio-economic inequality.