I'm Rob and I would like to welcome you to my site. If you'd like to know more, why not check out my CV below or my Twitter, Facebook or Delicious Bookmarks for something a little more personal.
Long-time technology enthusiast and "part-time geek". I'm an advanced user with experience working with all major productivity suites (MS Office, OpenOffice, Apple iWork, Adobe Creative Suite) on all major platforms (Windows, Mac OS and Linux). I've used and managed several online CMSs, wikis and databases such as FileMaker and MS Access. I know how to use technology to increase productivity, rather than create distractions.
I have never shied away from public speaking. I was deputy head-boy at school and the sole student representative for my degree course on the student-staff liaison committee. I promoted my university at over 15 open-days in front of many applicants and their inquisitive parents and have featured in an article for The Linguist magazine. I’ve also been interviewed live in studio on BBC News 24 speaking about employment during the recession and internships abroad.
I grew up in Wales, went to University in England, have spent many long summers in Italy and have worked in Germany for nearly two years. I have successfully worked in international teams as well as those with a distinct national feel.
My languages include English (Native), German (Fluent) and Italian (Conversational).
Four year Bachelors degree with honours including one year industrial placement in Munich, Germany. Focus areas included International Marketing, Trade and Business, Company and European Law, German Politics, Culture and Society. Dissertation analysed the current situation for parents within the EU with regards to present-day parental leave law. Awarded Upper Second Class Honours (2:1).