Robert's last military tour was a NATO tour as the Director of Support at the NATO Programming Centre in Glons, Belgium. This post saw him lead on Safety Integrity Levels (SIL) Management, Computer Security (COMPUSEC), Information Security (INFOSEC), Operational Security (OPSEC), Counter Intelligence, Facilities Management and, most importantly, overseeing the running of the Tax Free Shop (!) and the Staff Restaurant! You might think there was enough challenge in that post; however, he had grown itchy feet and left the Royal Air Force in 2009 with loads of happy memories and many 'unique' experiences.
Along with another military colleague (Coilin Flack OBE) he led the development of a disruptive trade association called the Rail Alliance from start up to becoming the largest of its kind in the UK by membership. The legacy of the Rail Alliance is still visible in the way that the remaining rail industry trade associations highlight the need for SMEs to be taken seriously and for them to have a voice.
So how can I sell into the Railway Supply Chain?
It is fair to say that the railway sector is a tough sector to crack ... although, once 'in', it can be lucrative! More than ever, the railway is ready to learn from other sectors - so, now is a good time to be looking at rail! Robert can help with generic or specific business-related enquiries with respect to the railway supply chain including offering a 2-day 'Get into Rail' programme.