Robin (they/them) is an economist and policy analyst with expertise in using empirical research to help solve complex public policy problems, and an Associate Partner at Deetken Insight.

A leading thinker on Canadian competition policy and law, and the intersection of economic, social and cultural inclusion, they have published original research and are a frequent public speaker and media commentator.

They are also co-founder and chair of the Canadian Anti-Monopoly Project, a think tank dedicated to addressing pressing issues caused by monopoly power in Canada. In 2021, they were a recipient of The Globe and Mail’s Changemaker Award for their efforts to advance public policy centered on advancing social justice and their academic work on competition policy.

Robin has a Ph.D. from Carleton University’s School of Public Policy and Administration, an M.A. in Economics from Queen’s University and a B.A. (Honours) in Economics from the University of Alberta.