I have nearly 30 years of experience in the management of substantial and diverse landed Estates with multi-million pound turnovers, in addition to broader rural property consultancy. I have a strong track record of delivering major change, structural improvement and developing businesses. My particular specialism is in dealing with macro renewable energy schemes, negotiating options and leases and helping landowners achieve the best results. Author of the relevant RICS Guidance Note.In 2008, I created and then developed a successful, multi-discipline business, from scratch – a team of twenty individuals by 2020.I have always enjoyed working with a broad cross section of clients, from individual property owners and tenant farmers to traditional Estate owning clients and corporates. I maintain a strong commercial sense in a rural context, with excellent experience in commercial leases, particularly with major energy schemes.I would regard myself as a versatile communicator with the ability to form good relationships with all walks of life.PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS, POSITIONS AND ACHIEVEMENTSFellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered SurveyorsDegree in Land Management - BSc (Hons) – 2:1 (Rural Options)Expert Witness accreditation with Cardiff University and Bond SolonAPC Chairman and Assessor for RICSHead of APC Training for Strutt and Parker for nearly 20 years, maintaining a pass rate in excess of 90%Member of RICS’ Rural Professional Group Board for 12 yearsAuthor of RICS Guidance Note – ‘Negotiation of Options and Leases for Renewable Energy Schemes’Working Party member and contributor to several further Guidance Notes, Professional Statements and StandardsMember of the RICS Agricultural Tenancy Monitoring Group Presented regularly at RICS events on Telecoms and Energy leases, including the Rural Conference (400+ attendees)Head of Strutt and Parker’s leading Telecommunications Group for nearly 20 years, author of the S&P Telecoms SurveyRegistered Valuer with RICSCLA Branch CommitteesRECENT PROJECTS Reviewed and dramatically improved the revenue streams from the residential, commercial and agricultural portfolios under his control. Rob was responsible for recruiting a multi-disciplined team to deliver the full spectrum of rural estates consultancy and management services. Creating the management team at Bradford Estates. Devised strategies, policies and protocols for new trustees on a previously undermanaged estate, bringing direction and vigour to capital and revenue growth.