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Robert Bray MBA has a diverse work experience spanning over several decades. Robert started their career in 1988 with National Westminster Bank, where they participated in a management development program for four years. Following this, they ventured into entrepreneurship and established Fortnocks Health Clubs, an award-winning health club operator and health screening business. Robert successfully managed all aspects of the business, including finance, HR, sales and marketing, facility management, and health and safety. In 2006, Bray became the Chief Executive of Edgbaston Priory Club Ltd, a not-for-profit private members' club operating in the sports and leisure sector. In this role, they oversaw the management of the club, which included providing world-class tennis, squash, leisure, and social facilities to a large membership base. Additionally, Bray joined the Classic Ladies International Tennis Tournament in 2011 as a management team member. Robert contributed to the organization of this prestigious event, which is part of the WTA calendar and boasts a prize money fund of $1 million. Most recently, in 2020, Bray became the Chief Operating Officer at Howells, where they continue to utilize their extensive experience and expertise.
Robert Bray MBA has a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in Business Administration and Management, General from the University of Wolverhampton, which they obtained from 1996 to 1999. Prior to that, they completed their A levels in Mathematics and Statistics, Chemistry, and Geography from 6th Form at Haybridge High School, Hagley from 1986 to 1988. Robert also attended Haybridge High School, Hagley from 1982 to 1986, although no specific degree or field of study is mentioned for this period. In addition to their formal education, Robert Bray has obtained several certifications, such as "Power BI: Dashboards for Beginners" from LinkedIn in November 2020, "Executive Presence on Video Conference Calls" from LinkedIn in September 2020, "Strategic Thinking" from LinkedIn in August 2020, "Organisational Leadership Skills - Level 5" from ILM in February 2019, "Managing for Efficiency & Effectiveness - Level 5" from ILM in April 2018, and "IOSH Safety for Senior Executives" from IOSH in September 2015.
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We’re an ambitious group of architects, designers and makers working throughout the UK and internationally. Our work is rooted in collaboration and exploration. We have a diverse team of talented designers working alongside a range of experts to make outstanding projects. Every project is generated from first principles. Our collaborative approach allows us to identify what’s right for the client, the place and the people who will experience it. We’re driven by doing the best work possible and doing the right thing. What we do has an impact beyond our projects and extends to our own community, those we work with and the wider society. We do our best work by sharing ideas and bringing together talented people at all stages of their lives to unlock their creativity. For over 30 years, we have designed low-energy buildings that reduce environmental impact. Our approach to sustainability ensures we minimise carbon emissions on every project and in our studios. We invest in people at all stages of their education and careers. Our Howells Academy is a planned programme where we continually learn from each other and the best experts.