The BACKSTORY
Rob’s journey before CB encompasses an English Degree, the shortest professional rugby career ever (9 minutes) and a stint at one of the largest global recruitment companies as the UK’s top salesman. He believes that recruitment is less about CV’s and more about personality. His interest in high technology has been sparked by living and working with some of the best high-tech entrepreneurs in Cambridge.
The AMBITION
Rob’s ambition is to create the most trusted and respected Executive Search firm in the technology space. He believes that the UK must make “more money-making, new stuff faster” and export these innovations more efficiently. He expects CB to be at the forefront of placing the right talent in the right place.
The MAVERICK
What is your favorite word? Befuddled
What is your least favorite word? Bureaucracy
What turns you on? Laughter, new ideas, stretch goals
What turns you off? Grumpy receptionists, lack of ambition.
What sound or noise do you love? A well struck Golf Shot
What sound or noise do you hate? “Here’s your parking ticket Mr.Symes”
What profession other than your own would you like to attempt? Filmmaker
What profession would you not like to attempt? Courtney Love's Pool Boy
If Heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the Pearly Gates? Ian Botham's having a party, here's your invite.




