Anna Edwards

from Ingenium Research

Bio

Dr Anna Edwards is a leading expert in night-time economies and urban governance. She co-founded Ingenium Research, a consultancy specialising in data-driven insights. As a Research Fellow in Urban Studies at the Melbourne Centre for Cities, she works on the Night Shift project, a study that examines night work in Australia. Her PhD in Urban Analysis and Development / Economic Geography, completed in 2024, focused on night-time economy policymaking and governance in Australian cities. She also holds an MSc in Economic Development Research and Policy and a BA in Business Studies. With experience across government, academia, not-for-profit, and consultancy, Anna advises policymakers and businesses on creating safer, more vibrant 24-hour cities.