In a significant move, Rider Levett Bucknall UK (RLB) has promoted Guy Robinson to its executive board, a decision highlighting the firm’s commitment to growth and internal talent development.
- Robinson’s promotion is a testament to his instrumental role in expanding RLB’s project and programme management across the UK and Europe.
- The firm’s financial forecast anticipates a 30% increase in turnover, reaching £175 million this year, a growth trajectory that Robinson has been pivotal in achieving.
- Gretta Starks has also been appointed as the national head of project and programme management, complementing the firm’s strategic leadership changes.
- These developments align with RLB’s broader ambition for client-focused growth and underscore their strategy to nurture and elevate internal expertise.
Rider Levett Bucknall UK has announced a strategic promotion, appointing Guy Robinson to its executive board, a move reflecting the company’s dedication to enhancing its leadership from within. Since joining RLB in 2016, Robinson has played a critical role in developing the project and programme management function, significantly contributing to its expansion across the UK and Europe. His efforts are directly linked to the firm’s projected 30% year-on-year turnover growth, anticipated to reach £175 million this year.
Alongside Robinson’s new role, RLB has promoted Gretta Starks to national head of project and programme management, further reinforcing the company’s strategic realignment. These appointments come on the heels of several other key leadership changes announced earlier this year, including the promotions of Sarah Draper, Nick Eliot, Steve Gillingham, and Andrew Fettes-Brown to pivotal roles within the organisation.
Andrew Reynolds, the chief executive of RLB UK and Europe, highlighted that these appointments are a clear indication of RLB’s ambition for growth that is closely aligned with initiatives focusing on client needs. Reynolds expressed pride in the firm’s ability to promote from within, emphasising that these strategic roles not only demonstrate the depth of talent within RLB but also the company’s commitment to investing in its people to ensure sustainable future growth.
Guy Robinson himself expressed enthusiasm about this opportunity. He stated, “RLB UK has seen significant growth in the last financial year, and we have ambitious growth targets for the year ahead, ensuring we deliver our 2030 vision.” This statement underscores his commitment to leading alongside the RLB Executive and working with the remarkable talent within the company.
These strategic leadership changes underscore RLB’s commitment to fostering internal talent and positioning itself for sustained growth.
