Rob Loughenbury is an experienced director with a strong background in strategy and political campaigning. Currently serving as Director of Strategy at Onward Homes since July 2020, Rob previously held the position of Director at Lexington Communications from February 2013 to July 2020, where engagement with communities and media was key to supporting clients in various sectors, including retail and energy. Additional roles include serving as a consultant and prospective Conservative MP for the Conservative Party, Field Campaign Manager focused on local government campaigns, and Chair of Governors at Ponteland First School. Rob has also contributed significantly to the Conservative Party's 2010 General Election campaign as Political Agent and coordinated volunteer efforts for Boris Johnson's Mayoral Campaign in 2008. Academically, Rob holds a PhD in Human Geography from Durham University, where the research focused on urban interculturalism.