Rob Appleton

Rob Appleton serves as the Executive Director at Arthritis Research Canada since March 2020, previously holding the position of Associate Director. With a strong background in leadership within various organizations, Rob's experience includes serving as Executive Director at the Sarah McLachlan School of Music and the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre. Additionally, Rob has held significant roles such as Managing Director of Development at Canuck Place Children's Hospice and Executive Director at the Arthritis Research Centre of Canada. Early career experiences include managerial positions at Canadian Blood Services and BC Children's Hospital. Rob holds an MBA from The University of British Columbia and a BSc in Zoology from the University of Alberta.