CEO and Creative Director, Scottish Music Industry Association
Having been involved in the SMIA since 2014, Robert has spent a decade building the organisation in a range of executive roles; delivering work to support and champion Scotland’s music industry. With a proven track record in creative and strategic direction, project management, leadership and business development, Robert was appointed CEO and Creative Director in 2023. He leads the SMIA’s executive team and is responsible for designing, developing and implementing an effective company strategy; working with the SMIA company board to fulfil the company’s mission. Since 2017, Robert has led the development and delivery of the SMIA’s flagship project and Scotland’s national music prize; the Scottish Album of the Year (SAY) Award. The SAY Award has grown year on year and has now distributed over £360,000 in prize money to Scottish artists since its inception in 2012.