University’s Chair of Court celebrated in King’s Honours

Glasgow Caledonian University’s Chair of Court, Rob Woodward, has been recognised with a Commander of the British Empire (CBE) award in the King’s honours announced today, June 15.

Over many years, Rob has demonstrated his strong commitment to developing people and organisations. Currently the non-Executive Chair of the Met Office, Rob was first appointed as Chair of Court, the University’s governing body, in 2018.  Throughout this time, he has demonstrated steadfast, inclusive leadership with a passion for empowering students from all backgrounds to harness education to fulfil their potential.

More widely, Rob brings a wealth of experience to the University, holding leadership positions across both the public and private sectors. He is currently Chair of the listed marketing analytics provider Ebiquity plc, is the Senior Independent Director of the FTSE100 housebuilder Vistry Group plc, and Chair of the listed Norwegian education business Lumi Gruppen AS.  He is the former Chair of City, University of London and a former Commissioner at the Northern Lighthouse Board.

His Executive career has spanned 11 years as CEO of media group STV plc, Commercial Director of Channel 4, Managing Director at UBS Warburg and lead partner at Deloitte across their European Telecom/Media/Technology consulting activities.

Speaking of the honour of being awarded the CBE, Rob said: “It is a huge honour to be recognised for my work across the public sector and in particular having the privilege of chairing Glasgow Caledonian University for the past six years and the Met Office. My recognition is a reflection of the wonderfully talented leaders, board colleagues and dedicated staff across the organisations that I have supported.”

Congratulating the University’s Chair of Court on his CBE, Glasgow Caledonian’s Principal and Vice-Chancellor Professor Steve Decent said: “I am delighted that the tireless leadership, passion, support and change Rob has delivered over many years to progress the interests of young people, education and wider society have been recognised and can rightly be celebrated.”