Dr Jonathan Spiteri
Senior Lecturer at University of Malta and Non-Executive Director at Bank of Valletta plc
Dr Jonathan Spiteri is a Maltese economist and Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Economics, Management and Accountancy at the University of Malta. He holds a B.Com.(Hons)(Econ.) from the University of Malta and an M.Sc.(Econ.) and Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Edinburgh. His research spans ESG, sustainability, public health, macroeconomics, and behavioural science, with publications in leading peer-reviewed journals.
Beyond academia, Dr Spiteri brings over 14 years of consultancy experience, focusing on ESG issues and macroeconomic policy for public and private sector clients. He serves as a Non-Executive Director at Bank of Valletta plc and as Deputy Chairperson of Malta's Climate Action Authority. In April 2025, he joined HLB Malta as Director – ESG Services, further deepening his corporate advisory role.
Dr Spiteri is a key member of the Malta Vision 2050 team, which shapes the country's long-term economic and social strategy. He frequently represents the initiative at iGaming industry events such as SiGMA, where he discusses the strategic importance of gaming to Malta's economy. His combined academic, policy, and corporate roles make him a prominent voice in Malta's economic development and sustainability agenda.