Mark MacGann has thirty years’ experience at the nexus of business and government, having served in global senior executive and management roles for some of the world’s most successful corporations (Uber, NYSE, VEON, Nokia). Until recently, he served as a United Nations Commissioner for Sustainable Development.
In early 2022, he embarked on a life-changing journey with some of the world’s most experienced investigative journalists, and since then he has been known as the whistleblower behind the Uber Files. He is currently working on a number of writing and academic projects, continues to advocate for greater transparency in lobbying, and stronger social protection for millions of so-called platform, or gig workers.
While a fellow at the Public Interest Tech Lab, housed at the Shorenstein Center, MacGann will research the intersection of technology, labor practices, and regulatory frameworks within the gig economy, and explore potential policy reforms to ensure fair labor practices and enhanced accountability within the tech industry. This comprehensive study will provide valuable insights for policymakers, industry leaders, and academics alike, contributing to the ongoing discourse on creating a more equitable and transparent gig economy.
