I was lucky enough to work alongside Robin for many years whilst Robin was at Dominos, and latterly directly for Robin at GDK. The guy quite simply ticked every box as a leader, but more importantly as a person. He had a brain the size of a planet ! and there was nothing that he didnt have some sort of knowledge about ! or some ramdom fact ! It was clear how proud and devoted he was to his family, and was always updating on progress of his girls !! I was looking forward to many years under his guidance, and I shall miss our catch ups, and the beers we used so share when up in Scotland ! He has left a considerable hole in our lives that will be impossible to fill, he was quite simply a one off….

To Robin’s family, In the short time I knew Robin it became evident that he was passionate about everything he did. I remember how fondly he spoke of his family and the horse-riding trips around the world. He was immensely proud of his daughter’s achievements. He loved his work and his vigour, diligence and honesty were admirable and refreshing. I miss his chats on his beloved Luton Town and the demise of the England rugby team and how we would change things. He leaves a great legacy. Take care….

Dear Karen, Catherine, Hannah, Lauren and Alexandra, I was deeply saddened to hear of Robin’s sudden passing, and I want to express my heartfelt condolences to each of you during this difficult time. When I think of Robin, I am reminded of the immense pride he had for all of you, often sharing stories about your accomplishments – whether in your academic pursuits or your sucess with horses. Although Robin was with GDK for a short period, his impact was profound. His knowledge, not only in franchising but in driving commercial excellence, made a lasting impression on our team. Robin had a unique ability to encourage and inspire those around him, helping his colleagues grow and strive to be their best.  His influence on those he supported is something we will be forever grateful for, and his legacy will continue to resonante throughout our organisation. Please know that our thoughts are with you, and we stand ready to support you in any way we can. Athif Sarwar    …

Dear Caley Family,  I am deeply saddened by the loss of Robin. In the short time that I had the priviledge of working with him at GDK, his immense dedication and knowledge were truly inspiring. Beyond his professional excellence, it was clear how much he loved, and was proud of his family, always speaking so highly of wife, Karen and of his daughters, Catherine, Hannah, Lauren and Alexandra. My Thoughts are with you all during thsi difficult time. Robin’s memory will live on through the countless lives he touched, both at work and home….

Not knowing Robin long. What I did meet and see, was that Robin was inspirational to not only me, but the hospitality world. Considered, factually and (almost always) correct.  I was lucky enough to spend a little time with him at a Trade show in Chicago this year. His questions and responses to the exhibitors where a man of great knowledge. GDK will miss him as will the hospitalty community. I wish I could have learned more from him….

Karen, Catherine, Hannah, Lauren, Alexandra, I am so sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Robin. Robin was my line manager for several years at Dominos and spoke so much about you all from academic achievements to the horses, he was an immensely proud father. I cannot thank him enough for how he developed my wider commercial accumen & helping me become a more rounded leader as well as everything there is to know about franchising.  We shared many a story from our supermarket days, him being Team Tesco and me Team Sainsburys; he would often talk about him time in Scotland and meeting Karen.  He will be truly missed, but never forgotten. Neil …

Dear Caley Family I only worked with Robin for the last six months since I joined GDK. Even in that short time though I don’t think there was a conversation I had with Robin that didn’t include his family, you were all clearly the centre of is world and what mattered most to him. It was so sad to hear the news of his passing, my heartfelt condolences go out to you all during this incredibly sad and difficult time. You are all in my thoughts. With deepest sympathy. James…

I cannot express how sad I was to hear the devastating news.  My heart goes out to you.   I worked with Robin at Domino’s in the Property Team and had many opportunities over the years to see what a warm, generous and kind person he was, who had a rare gift of connecting with people in good times as well as bad.  He held the team together during the uncertain times of Covid and supported many of us through our own losses. Personally, I will never forget the kindness, help and support he gave me throughout the last two year’s of my mother’s terminal illness.  As a boss he was unusual. He would breeze into the department, and seat himself in the middle of the team area, ignoring his own office, and start chatting to anyone who was around, to find out how they were, and what they and their families were up to, while proudly updating us on his girl’s progress.  Over the years we learned of your successes at school, and in equestrian events and as treat, we even shared the products of your baking sessions with him.   His energy and sense of fun were infectious.  His…

Dear Caley Family. My sincere condolences on the passing of a loving husband and doting father. I met Robin just over a year ago when he joined GDK. He was one to always stop and have a quick chat, whether it be about sport (and his beloeved Luton Town), work (pick his brain) or family life. Such a intelligent man and someone I looked up to. He definitely leaves a lasting legacy and will be sorely missed. Strength be with you all during this difficult time. Sincerely, Garth Almendro (GDK Operations Director)…

Dear Karen, Catherine, Hannah, Lauren, Alexandra,  It is with such a heavy heart that I write this, I am so profoundly sorry for your loss. It is very rare in the corporate world you meet people who simply refuse not to add the human element to everything they do, however, Robin always insisted the first thing we spoke about was never work….’how are you?’ was a question he asked, and genuinely meant. Echoing a lot of the other comments, he was so immeasurably proud of you all and would so often hold court with varying groups of people to regail us with your successes, always with a smile, always with a little glint in his eye. Robin gave me a number of opportunities, I wouldn’t be where I am today without him showing the confidence and trust in me that he did. I will be forever grateful.  I will miss Robin’s advice, his sense of humour, his passion for getting to know people, and so much more……….

Dear Karen and family, please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. I met Robin 15 months ago when I was new to the GDK family at that time. I always found Robin to be dedicated, kind and he had an amazing memory despite how many people he met through his work. I was always inspired by the way he was so interactive with everyone and how well him and Simon did to build the GDK brand. He was a good man and will be sorely missed. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. …

Razor sharp, insightful, great company – Robin was all of those things. Whether at Dominos or GDK, we enjoyed his company and looked forward to engaging with him.  As a team, we are devastated at his loss and know that this will be hugely amplified for his family whom he loved (and talked about) very much.  Robin was definitely one of the good guys, he has left a positive legacy for those around him and he will be very much missed.  Gillian Morris, and the HSBC UK Franchise team….

Dear Robin,  I feel priviledged to have met you. You and Simon have made significant changes in GDK and not only. We have met briefly when visiting the stores at Southampton, Basingstoke and Brighton but you have made a great impact on me and my managers. Your kindness, professionalism and dedication have been visible since. You will be remembered always in our prayers……

Robin, as a leader you were quite brilliant, your knowledge was impossibly vast, your professionalism just as great. You brought vision and purpose to our team. It’s the quick wit and sense of humour, your empathy and the warmth you showed to all that made you a great man to me. The chats about our families that took us away from work for just a minute, discussing our ‘tolerant’ wives your brilliant girls, their exams, uni’s, horses and adventures whether skiing, or an express trip to New Zealand and beyond, and my boisterous forever eating at times utterly useless rugby boys! I’m going to miss you mate. …

To Karen, Catherine, Hannah, Lauren and Lexie I had worked with Robin since he joined the team at GDK last year. We didn’t work very closely together, as we didn’t share many projects but he always took the time to talk to me whenever he visited the office. These conversations weren’t just passing pleasantries; he made a point of having a proper conversation with all of us when he was in Glasgow. He had a unique way of talking to people, making you feel seen and that the conversation was important to him. I am really grateful for these moments. During these conversations, he always spoke about you. I heard so much about your family and loved learning about you all. Stories about the time you spent living in Glasgow’s West End, the girls’ incredible achievements, your beautiful dogs and your trips and holidays. For a man who was clearly a dedicated professional, he made it obvious that his family was what mattered to him the most. He spoke about you all the time and with such pride and affection.  Recently, someone had been putting drinks on my desk when I wasn’t looking – I’d accumulated a can of…