Robert has been in the marketing communications sector for over 37 years. During that period, he has worked at some of the UK’s leading creative agencies such as Ogilvy, TBWA and Haygarth. Robert’s experience spans a variety of B2C sectors including entertainment, food & drink, charity, travel, and hospitality. In 2004 he founded Spinnaker London, which is now an established and award winning digital, social, influencer and PR agency, providing strategic and creative consultancy to clients such as Sony Pictures, The Irish Food Board, Disney, Associated British Foods, Sky, Warner Bros, and Strong Roots. In early 2025, via a senior management team buyout, Robert facilitated an exit from day-to-day involvement in Spinnaker. He now has more time to devote to travel, family, writing, volunteering work, and getting out on his mountain bike. In his various career roles Robert has invested significant time in building and nurturing teams. He believes that the strongest results and the happiest environments derive from enabling individuals to find their most suited paths. Self-reflection, building resilience, and treating others with compassion are all key attributes that he aims to pass on as a mentor. Robert is a Chelsea fan, keen cook, mountain biker, and fledgling potter. He has three adult sons, now flown the nest, and he lives in Surrey with his wife Sue.
