Robert joined the Walsingham Support Board of Trustees as Chair Designate in May 2022, and took on the role of Chair in September 2022. Robert has a wealth of experience in both the commercial and third sector, where he has successfully held a number of senior leadership roles.

Robert has a deep understanding of social care – and specifically the learning disability sector – from his time at RVS and Hft. His time there underlined to him the critical need for individuals with a learning disability to gain a powerful voice in society. By joining the Walsingham Support Board of Trustees, Robert wants to build on the passion, skills and dedication of everyone in the organisation, and become a more powerful advocate for those we support and other individuals with learning disabilities. Robert has a wealth of experience that will ensure that Walsingham Support remains a strong and sustainable organisation.

Robert enjoys walking, golf and fly-fishing. He also loves the performing arts and live performance music, dance and theatre. He has had the opportunity to live and work in interesting places and continues to enjoy international travel.