Bio
Jack Hardinges is an independent adviser to organizations that research, build or fund new data products, systems and infrastructure, and serves as fund lead for the Data Empowerment Fund and board member of Open Supply Hub. Previously, Jack was head of programs at the Open Data Institute, where his work advanced the understanding and practice of data stewardship, privacy-enhancing technologies and participatory approaches to data. Over the past 10 years, Jack has published on topics including data rights, the economic impact of data, smart cities and the transparency of foundation models. He has also explored the cultural use and impacts of data, including as an artistic material and its publication to engender trust in sport. Jack holds a B.Sc. in economics from the University of Southampton.