Robert Frew
I graduated from Queen Mary University of London, followed by postgraduate studies at the University of Bradford School of Management. Some years later, I qualified as a Chartered Management Accountant.
As a management consultant and financial management specialist, I advised many organisations and completed many successful company turnarounds in the UK, Southern Africa and Turkey. My international career spanned many diverse sectors including both profit and not-for-profit organisations, including media and broadcasting companies.
Further studies and research at City St George’s, University of London, led to MA and PhD degrees. My doctoral research examined important issues concerning the management and leadership of organisations in the creative industries, and a new funding model was proposed for Britain’s major cultural institutions.
Recently, I submitted written evidence to the UK Parliamentary House of Lords Communications and Digital Select Committee inquiry into BBC future funding. I proposed a special tax on the gambling industry that could provide additional funding support for the current BBC television licence fee model.
My research interests include foreign relations, creative industries, media and broadcasting sectors. On a lighter note, as a wine expert, I enjoy reviewing fine wines and speciality food from around the world.