Robert Garnish is to take up post of Director of Commercial Services within the Estates and Commercial Services in early February 2018. 

Robert is currently Head of Branch for the John Lewis Partnership in Aberdeen and has worked for John Lewis for over 17 years. During that time he has worked both in Scotland and in Head Office and was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to open the new John Lewis branch in York. 

The Director of Commercial Services will provide leadership and direction to a number of our commercial services which directly impact on the student experience including hospitality, print, sport, retail and student accommodation. Robert will also have responsibility for conferences and events when the initial buildings on the new campus are completed.


First published: 14 November 2017