Robin cut his teeth in a fast-moving manufacturing environment where innovation was synonymous with survival. From his earliest management roles, he has embraced the challenges of change, using his inclusive and pragmatic leadership style to ensure smooth, successful transformations.
He is driven by a stubborn determination to find solutions where needed. He is not afraid to take the less-travelled route or support the least popular option if it is the right decision. With clarity of purpose and good understanding he grasps the scope of challenging situations rapidly. Moreover, with clear and direct communication, he will make sure that stakeholders are always kept informed and that an exchange of ideas is maintained.
Robin’s experience and training started in the printing industry and developed into senior management roles within printing and other industry sectors. His knowledge and advice has been invaluable in missions such as company turnarounds, expansion and diversification, cost-cutting, restructuring, management and personnel streamlining. He has had the privilege of working with cutting-edge technology and adapting it to take companies forward in a competitive market and at times of economic stress. As a consultant he has managed multi-million-dollar budgets and advised the EU and governments about plans for the future of industry.