Robin studied architecture at Newcastle University and civic design at Liverpool. Robin has been chief executive of four organisations – two Local Authorities and two Housing Associations.
Robin has delivered major regeneration projects up to £1,300 million as a director of a consultancy specialising in the design and delivery of large regeneration projects. He has been lead governor for Estates at the University of Chichester for nine years. Robin is currently a trustee of the Town & Country Planning Association and development lead for London Community Land Trust.