Testimonials

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Rob made a great contribution to one of our most critical and challenging programmes in Musanada by drawing on his immense knowledge and experiences to construct a comprehensive and detailed plan, and making sure that we all stuck to it. He handled the inevitable dramas with calm professionalism and clarity of thought – always finding a way through them. He was also a highly energetic and popular team player who found time for everyone.

Jon Kidd, Chief Executive Officer, Musanada, Abu Dhabi Government

I’ve had the pleasure to work with Rob more than once and have found him most sincere and professional throughout his dealings. He has consistently demonstrated strong project management skills and commitment to meeting deadlines and delivering results on budget and as per scope of work.

Samir Abdullatif – Director of Strategies & Policies at The Government of Abu Dhabi

Rob is a resourceful, dynamic, highly motivated and respected professional, consistently achieving the necessary high standards to meet and where possible exceed agreed targets and expectations. His ability to communicate and perform consistently well at all levels make him a most valuable senior asset to any forward thinking, visionary and innovative business.

His knowledge and extensive experience in all aspects of business allows him to identify and implement the necessary criteria to drive home the customer focus and deliver a profitable environment. A proven Director across Europe and the Middle East.

An outstanding track record of developing, implementing and delivering strategy through to operational execution. A person of absolute integrity, good character and a great sense of humour. I and my colleagues would welcome Rob back into the business if he ever wished to make the move.

Phillip Batty – Operations Director, Building Services, ADGS, UAE

I have had the pleasure of interacting with Rob via our Linkedin connection for the last 4 years. Rob has shared much valuable information with me over these years regarding project management and business analysis which have added to my skill sets and general knowledge. As a professional in this networking environment he delivers a high standard of information and has always been willing to share information and answer questions.

Rita Palomo, Sr. Business Analyst, Cayman Islands Government (business partner)

Rob filled a gap in our organisation with little or no handover from the previous Programme Manager. He quickly grasped the “EDS way” in terms of deployment of process and ensuring delivery of critical projects.

He was a pleasure to work with always acted in a professional manner both internally within EDS and externally with our government Client. Rob is genuine, honest and highly efficient person who I would, and have, recommended for further roles within our company.

As Henry Ford said; “You can’t build a reputation on what you’re going to do”. This is certainly very true of Rob, his reputation has certainly been built on what he has done and how he has delivered.

Maria Boardman – EDS Application Delivery Manager, UK

I experienced Rob as a friend, mentor and coach. Rob has unique ability to inspire by his own behavior, people skills, exemplary discipline and opennes to new things and thoughts. I appreciate on Rob alignment of proffesionalism, performance and personal passion. And yes the patience he had always with me when discovering new things. I strongly recommend Rob not only as a project manager, but as personal coach and mentor as well.

Zbynek Rozboril, Consultant and Coach, Krauthammer, Czech Republic

Rob was an intrinsic member of the ADGS PMO team and he had dedicated responsibility for the most complex transition program – that related to the transition of personnel, contracts and projects from Abu Dhabi Government municipalities (x3) to ADGS.

This program included the associated alignment of HR, Transformation (change management and process mapping), Finance, Contracts, Sourcing and vendor management deliverables.

Rob always delivered, had a very approachable engaging style, and was well versed in project methodologies, including risk and issue tracking. I would recommend Rob to any future employer.

Ian McParlane – Chief Operating Officer, ADGS, UAE

I took a handover from Rob on a Project Management assignment in November/December 2008. I found Rob to be helpful and professional in all his dealings and pro-active in his approach.

Trevor Miles – Managing Consultant, IBM Business Consulting Services, UK

Rob was an enthusiastic and passionate member of the project management team. He took the lead on the most complicated project in the business and very quickly gained the trust and confidence of all. His self confidence and positive attitude made it a pleasure to work with him and his transparency in communications along with detailed focus and organisation quickly built trust and confidence in his ability. His desire and capability to build strong relationships with people and to put himself into our, the customers, shoes quickly made him an intrinsic member of the Musanada team.

Paul Van Casteren, Director of Organisational Development, Musanada, Abu Dhabi, UAE

I had the pleasure to work with Rob for a period of 2 months. During this time Rob clearly demonstrated that he has a sound knowledge of project management methods, backed by a thorough and dilligent work ethic focussed on getting the job done. During this project, Rob played an extremely valuable role by remaining above the internal politics that were going on within the client organisation, and through this won the respect and co-operation of all stakeholders. I would strongly recommend Rob for any consulting assignment.

Graham Twiggs – Supply Chain Lead, IBM Global Business Services, UAE

Rob is a highly experienced change professional. In particular his strength is in working with people to get the right result. He builds trust and provides support, makes sure people are clear on what is happening or needs to be done. He delivers through a cooperative approach but is ready where necessary to challenge.

David Greenwood – Consultant, PIPC, UK

I had the privilege of working with Rob on a strategic project in the Middle East. It was a project with tight deadlines, demanding customer and unclear resourcing solutions. Rob joined the team after the project had started, but was able to quickly grasp the scope, gain trust with the customer and focus the team on the required deliverables. I strongly recommend Rob as a very competent project manager, who communicates well and can manages the project deliverables and team.

John Ashman PMP – Associate, Booz Allen Hamilton, UAE

Rob is a highly skilled Program/Project Management technician whose focus is on quality, accuracy and delivering to business requirements. His dedication and commitment stand him out from his peers.

Len Fase – Programme Director, ADGS, UAE

Rob is one of the best project managers I have worked with. We were together on a challenging project in the Middle East, and Rob came in partly through the project and was able to completely transform the client relationship. In addition to being an excellent client and project manager, Rob is has strong team-building skills and is good at managing complex issues in a multi-cultural (and multi-firm) environment. He is also fun to work with!

Alan Williams – Programme Manager, PIPC, UAE

Rob worked as a senior Programme Manager with our organization leading projects on one of the big accounts Injazat has. Working with Rob was truely a pleasure and a great learning experience from his broad range of experience and skills in Programme Management & Project Management. I would highly recommended Rob without hesitation, he is truely an asset to any Organization.

Bill Edwards – Managing Partner, Gov3, UK

Rob has been a pleasure to work with. He is a thorough professional with the highest levels of integrity and prides himself on his delivery to his client’s. I would have no hesitation in recommending Rob as he would be an asset to any programme. He is Personable and an expert with high integrity.

Richard Angiolini – Head of Resourcing, PIPC, UK

Rob is a professional with a broad range of experience and skills in Programme Management & Project Management. He is the best PM I have worked with & come across in my career. Highly recommended without hesitation. People who work with him & around him learn & have a lot of respect and value his opinion. His expertise, focus, & creativity makes him a tremendous asset in any team & organisation.

Koen Ruymaekers – Client Delivery Executive – Injazat, UAE

Rob was dynamic in his approach and rapidly assimilated EDS programme management requirements into his already extensive subject matter expertise. He was always prepared to lead rather than manage and he made a big difference in a short period of time.

Colin Rogers – EDS Programme Director – UK

During my three months interaction with Rob, he has given perfect example of a professional project and program manager who works with clear vision and plan and is fully dedicated to the team objective. Rob is an excellent team leader and team player, socially active beyond working hours while keeping the required limit of professionalism at work to get the job done. Rob learns the new aspects of the program industry very fast and get involved in the program from day 1 with efficiency and focus on both high level and details objectives. I would highly recommend Rob for a senior program management role.

Shamail Shardan – Senior Construction Project Manager, ADGS, UAE

Rob is an experienced leader and program manager with superior people-management skills and highly developed emotional intelligence. He is able to quickly appraise complex situations and bring structured order. He follows through with discipline, compassion and humour. I would have no hesitation in working with Rob again and would recommend him as a model professional. I have gained a lot from working with Rob and I sincerely hope to work again with him in the future.

Syeda Asma – Project Manager, Injazat Data Systems, UAE

I have no hesitation is recommending Rob as a Programme Manager – we met over linked-in and I then had the opportunity to meet in Abu Dhabi (whilst working at Injazat) and in Dubai (at the Best Practice User Group). Rob is always keen to put back into the community what he has learned.

Mike Ward – Director, Outperform, UK

In an extremely complex and difficult situation with plenty of politics between companies, Rob was one of the high caliber, quality professionals “on the other side of the fence”, that helped our organizations successfully complete a land management system for Abu Dhabi. He has my highest recommendation.

Elizabeth Muller – Director, Gov3, UK

As part of my communications role at the APM Programme Management Special Interest group (ProgM SIG) I am always needing Programme Management expertise to help writing articles for the Newsletter. Rob has been very helpful in already providing three articles for the Newsletter on various Programme Management topics. They have been well received by the ProgM members and I hope the good work continues !

Tim Craven, Senior Project Manager, TietoEnator, UK

Rob was able to quickly adapt to the specific corporate processes and use them to manage the projects and also enlist compliance within his team.

Joanne Den Engelse – Programme Manager, EDS, Czech Republic

Working with Rob on a complex Telecoms Data Migration project has been an exercise in reaping the benefits of a strong, well applied methodology. By patiently but consistently applying a rigorous, yet fit-for-purpose approach to the management of the project, Rob has guided the technical team carefully though the minefield of interdependencies and chaos associated with the overall programme of work. Rob is a living example of the need to have such structure and also a testament to the fact a good PM does not always need to have good content skills to steer the Project to success. I would not hesitate to work with Rob again or to recommend him to others.

John Watkins Seth – Consulting Director (du) – Dubai, UAE

Rob is a detail-conscious programme and project manager. Having seen him operate in a very challenging environment, I can say that his mediation and consensus-building skills are of the highest order. He is outcome focused and completely dependable. I am happy to work him on any project.

Farzana Hamid -Project Manager, CSC, UK

Rob, people will miss you. Your project planning & project management tools focus, proactive project facilitation and coordination, diligence to project details, program & project teamwork, timely issue resolution, your outstanding project communication were all significant value adds to the program. Thank you for the same. We wish you the best in what you undertake next. This world seems to be a small place, I Look forward to other opportunities for working with you in the future as well.

Murugappan Natesan -Patni Global Practice Director, USA

I had the privilege of working with Rob on a strategic project in the Middle East. Rob is extremely well organized and excellent communicator. Rob is high-calibre professional who I will have no hesitation to work him again.

Ahmed Kassim – Senior Consultant, CheckFree i-Solutions, Canada

Rob’s attention to detail , professionalism and integrity have made him a invaluable business contact . I would not hesitate in recommending him to anyone.

Yolanda Martin – Olyvon CEO, Greece

Rob provided a valuable role within our Portal development programme in Saudi Arabia, to coordinate and manage our internal stakeholders and to align project planning between the functional groups. Rob continually applied his enthusiasm to the process and he was able to liaise effectively across all aspects of the project. I would not hesitate to recommend Rob’s consulting services based on his past performance and his attention to detail.

David Smart – Atos Origin Programme Manager, Saudi Arabia

Rob has very impressive profile show how mush he is dedicated to work and have a variety of experience plus he is very active in communities and have a multicultural experience and proactive in creating new network and communications.

Karim Hamza -Senior Support Engineer – EMEA, Oracle, UAE

Rob has a rare combination of cultural/people and niche (IT-recruitment) knowledges. He always takes on challenges by the horn. Rob is simply the best in his field. Highly recommend and would work with Rob any time.

Edward Asu – Consultant, Czech Republic

It was a pleasure working with Rob. He worked on our project in a very professional manner and helped us meet our client’s requirements. As a consultant, his commitment to the project was reassuring and I would not hesitate to use his services again. Rob delivers under tight deadlines and is a good team player. I would recommend him without reservation.

Geoff Duniam – PWC, Development Manager, London, UK

I can honestly say that working with Rob, and being involved in this project has been one of the most rewarding experiences I have had in a long time. Rob has a rare method of ensuring that we always met our deadlines and everything seemed to fall into place naturally. As a result our project remained in the green all the time. I would like to extend personal thanks to Rob for all of his work, creative talents, client facing skills and ethics.

Bilal Alrafati -Patni Migration Lead Architect, Dubai, UAE

Rob, you are as close to perfection as I have seen anyone. You gave a structure and form to the project. Your communication and management skills are something I admire and have learnt from. Your sense of ethics and doing what is right always helped us steer clear of the rough waters and pursue our goal. It was a pleasure working with you.

Anshuman Banerjee – Patni CRM Specialist, Dubai, UAE

Rob spent time on projects at our Motorola sites in Germany and England over a period of 11 months. He helped our multi-national teams in over 25 sites across Europe, Africa and the Middle East. His approach to the projects was most professional and he quickly gained a good understanding of our business. In fact when our internal situation suddenly changed, he quickly rescheduled a major project and completed the final phase ahead of schedule. I highly recommend his consultancy service.

Hitan Jobanputra -Motorola, Swindon, UK

I am writing to say that it was a pleasure to work alongside Rob. His approach to the project was always done with 100% commitment and efficiency. I would highly recommend his consultancy services to any organisation and I will certainly use his services in the future, should the need arise.

Greg Connolly – Fujitsu, Sydney, Australia

Rob provides excellent advice and structure which complements technical expertise to provide a first-class approach to programme delivery. Proven programme and project management experience in a variety of industries which really pays dividends.

Aaron Powell – Whitehall Computing Ltd, UK

I worked with Rob on a Web Portal project in the Middle East. As with most organizations, and personal life, there were ample opportunities to find discrepancies between day to day actions and project objectives. Rather than being hindered by these discrepancies, my interaction with Rob has confirmed my beliefs in identifying ways and implementing the means to align action with strategic objectives. More over, his leadership style is one that encourages empowerment which has provided self sustaining quality for the project.

Dan Lodge – Independent Consultant, Munich, Germany

I have been working with Rob or along side on a number of projects as a project manager. Every time it has been a pleasure, first and foremost because of his professionalism because of his number of years as a project manager, you can count on him to deliver, secondly his openness and friendship that makes him a real contribution to any team. He tells you the truth as a matter of fact – finally his energy and drive makes it a joy to work with – he will get the best out of people. He has always been a very appreciated team member and I will definitely use his services anytime.

Chris Huchon – Kolam Partnership Ltd, UK

Rob worked as consultant on the project for Australia’s Western Mining Corporation. I found his approach both refreshing and very professional and I would have no hesitation in using his consulting services for any project in the future. He worked well with all members of the team and ensured that the end product was of the highest standards, to enhance software usability.

Brenda Quinby – Quinby Operations Pty Ltd Managing Director, Perth, Australia

I had the pleasure to work with Rob, in Riyadh, on a Web e-Government Portal Project. Rob worked as Project Manager and acted as Programme Manager. In both situations Rob displayed high commitment, great organisational, project and people management skills. I would gladly hire/work with Rob again if the opportunity arises.

Victor Justino – Atos Origin QA & Test Manager, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

I was most impressed by the way Rob managed our project. Since releasing the software, our customers have recommended our product to other companies and our business has grown as a result. Rob has certainly had a positive impact of the acceptance of our software in a number of countries. He has helped increase our product usability a great deal – I was quite surprised!

Thomas Burke – Financial Communications (UK) Ltd, London, UK

Rob has acted as as Communication Director for the Racing division of the International Water Ski Federation since 1999. His ability to communicate important information to a global audience has been achieved through the use of clear and concise English. As a competitor he has represented his country well, being a good ambassador for Britain. As a professional communicator he is both committed and efficient in his approach and I highly recommend him as a communicator, particularly in the international market.

Glen Coles – International Water Ski Federation, Perth, Australia

Structured project management and a process was a simple yet excellent way to improve our software. Like many companies in Germany we did not think beyond ’software development’. Rob showed us how to bring something new to our software and of course to our customers. Working with him was a very good experience and he passed a lot of information to our staff. We expect to use his services in our new application projects in 2004/05.

Manuela Roesch – IT-Solver Director – Karlsruhe, Germany

The Project was a major Web development project for the the Department of Lands in Darwin, Australia. Rob managed / delivered the re-design of intranet and Internet web architecture consisting of 70,000 pages implementing the Discus bulletin board and other utilities using Java, 3 secure web servers and establishing web standards for security, IIS, NT, web authoring and coding.

Adam Gollow – Regional Director, Verossity, Australia

Rob is an extremely highly skilled and highly professional consultant with whom I had a great pleasure in working with. Rob is able to join an organisation and in days become effective. Very approachable and highly respected by all those that work with or under his leadership. I would recommend Rob to any organisation and only hope I get the opportunity to work with Rob again.

Craig Rigby – PMP Programme Manager, EDS, UK

Rob is a well organised and professional project manager. Rob performed the role of internal project manager on a difficult large Government engagement. Rob continually showed his ability to highlight the risks and issues that were affecting the project and to formulate tactics to mitigate these. Rob further earned the team’s respect fighting for a better work environment and building morale.

Bruce Haefele – e-Business Architect, Atos Origin Middle East

Rob has a wealth of experience of delivering complex IT programmes while providing the necessary leadership skills to inspire all those working with and for him. He always acts in a calm and professional way but is highly driven. He was a major loss to our team. I would not think twice of recommending him.

James Cusworth – Project Manager, EDS, UK

Rob is highly motivated and committed. His organisational skills and attention to detail are without question. Rob’s diligence and ability will always ensure his success.

Greg Connolly – Manager Technical Services, Symantec, Australia

I’ve had the privilege of working closely with Rob twice at two different organisations; I look forward to the prospect of our paths crossing a third time.

Arshed Mohammed – Project Manager, Atos Origin, Saudi Arabia

Rob is highly respected in the Industry and has always delivered work of high quality. I strongly recommend Rob for similar roles in other companies.

Hans Hesselholt H Hansen – VP Bus Dev & Technology, Mobile Cohesion, Denmark

I worked with Rob on a Sytems Migration Project where I found him to be well organized and able to keep a cool head in stressful circumstances.

Mike Cobb – Professional Services Mgr, du, UAE

Rob worked with me as a Programme Manager for a large UK Government sector customer. Rob is an extremely competent programme manager who came to terms with the complexity of the environment and the needs to the customer. I recommend Rob as a professional, competent Programme Manager.

Debbie Tokley – Account Manager, EDS, UK

Rob is professional, approachable, knowledgeable and always happy to help. He has been instrumental in helping me to secure a new client for my company.

Kara Sophie – Recruiter, KPC, UK

I recommend Rob without hesitation, and especially applaud his ability to work under very tight deadlines and changing environment. His expertise, focus, communication skills, and creativity under pressure have made him a tremendous asset to our team.

Bilal Alrafati – Senior Functional Consultant, Patni, UAE

Having worked with Rob in the Middle East, I have no hesitation in recommending him. His project management skills are second to none, with clear focus and the skills needed to get things done. He also has first-class people skills which make others around him want to get the job done too.

Aaron Powell – Owner, Whitehall Computing Ltd, UK

Rob is a thorough and conscientious Project Manager. He has great attention to detail as well as a being an excellent communicator.

Nigel Bryan – Project Manager, Project International, UAE

Rob is a very experienced Programme Manager and joined our organisation at a senior level. I was very impressed by his ability to grasp a complex Business and Technical brief at short notice and he was immediately effective in the role. He demonstrated an excellent range of Project & Programme Management skills and first class people management techniques.

Alan Hawkins – Project Manager, EDS, UK

I worked with Rob on a high profile web project – Rob is committed, resourceful, enthusiastic and professional, and a completely trustworthy and reliable colleague. I always felt any task Rob undertook would be completed to the highest possible standards. I’d have no hesitation working with Rob again.

Geoff Duniam – Application Development Mgr, PwC, UK

In meeting the chaotic, volatile and changing needs of data integrity, Rob brought unprecedented understanding to the requirements as well as a clear way forward. I have no hesitation recommending Rob’s services’ and look forward to working with Rob some time soon.

Prakash Sastry – Principal Consultant, Fact Delta, UAE

A very high-calibre professional who posses a wide range of qualities and a good sense of humour.

Mark Zalloum PMP – IBM Kuwait