About Drew Robins
I’m Drew Robins, and I’ve spent 30 years solving operational problems for manufacturing and B2B companies across Australia, the UK, Europe, and Scandinavia.
I embed with manufacturing and B2B companies ($2M-$40M) for 90-day operational transformations that unlock growth capacity without adding staff, reduce founder dependency, and maximize exit value.
I work with businesses in three situations:
- Planning to exit in the next 12-24 months and need operational readiness
- Hitting capacity constraints and can’t scale without operational transformation
- Exploring strategic expansion and need to validate the opportunity
I don’t write reports and leave. I embed with your team for 90 days to actually implement the transformation – building systems, training your people, and ensuring you can sustain improvements after I’m gone.
My commitment: If you still need me 6 months later, I’ve failed. The goal is operational independence, not consultant dependency.
My Background
I’ve spent 30 years solving operational problems for manufacturers and B2B companies across Australia, the UK, and Europe.
I didn’t start as a consultant – I started on the shop floor.
My career began in internal sales in the UK, where I quickly moved through account management and team leadership roles. I learned that sustainable growth comes from building robust operational systems, not just making sales.
Over the next three decades, I built deep expertise in operational excellence and quality management, working primarily in construction and manufacturing. I’ve audited factories across the USA, Europe, and Scandinavia, which gave me practical, cross-cultural business insight that few consultants possess.
This international background is particularly valuable if you’re a European manufacturer entering Australia or an Australian business expanding internationally – I understand both business cultures intimately and can help you navigate the differences.
I’ve also championed sustainable manufacturing practices as a contributor to the Alliance for Sustainable Building Products in London, presenting at events including the Healthy Buildings Conference and LondonBuild Expo. For me, operational excellence and environmental responsibility go hand-in-hand.
Now based in Currumbin Valley on the Gold Coast, I help manufacturers prepare for their next stage – whether that’s exit, growth, or strategic expansion.
What sets my background apart: I’ve actually done the work. I’ve walked factory floors across four continents, managed multi-site operations, built quality systems from scratch, and led teams through major transformations. I’m not a theorist – I’m a practitioner who happens to consult.
My Values
Inclusivity
I believe diversity, empathy and inclusivity drive innovation, collaboration, and long-lasting success.
In practice: I design operational systems that work for neurodivergent team members and build leadership cultures where diverse perspectives strengthen decision-making.
Honesty
Transparency and integrity are at the core of every relationship I build, ensuring trust and respect.
In practice: I will tell you when opportunities aren’t right for either of us, recommend alternatives when better solutions exist, and I never create dependency to extend engagements.
True Value
I deliver measurable, impactful results, always prioritizing value over unnecessary complexity.
In practice: Every engagement includes clear success metrics, documented outcomes, and Return on Investment (ROI) calculations showing exactly what you gained so you can judge the success.
Expertise
With nearly 30 years of experience, I bring unparalleled insight and proven strategies to every challenge.
In practice: You get proven methodologies from 30+ years of learning across multiple industries. There’s no expensive trial-and-error learning on your investment or time.
Professional Background & Industry Involvement
Member
2025 – present
Advocate and supporter of neurodivergent individuals in workplace environments, bringing personal commitment to inclusive leadership practices.
Member and Chapter Leader
August 2024 – present
Chapter Leader for Tugun chapter, facilitating business connections and strategic partnerships across the Gold Coast business community.
Assessor
April 2005 – December 2020
Assessed numerous manufacturing facilities across Europe and UK for compliance with ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) standards.
Assessor
April 2005 – December 2020
Assessed numerous manufacturing facilities across Europe and UK for compliance with ISO 9001 (Quality Management) standards.
Accredited Presenter and CPD Writer
Jan 2006 – December 2020
Developed and delivered 4 RIBA-accredited presentations on sustainable construction practices. Presented 200+ sessions with average rating of 4/4.
Member and Presenter
October 2018 – December 2021
Active member and presenter promoting ecologically responsible materials and closed-loop manufacturing in the construction sector. Regular speaker at Healthy Buildings Conference and LondonBuild Expo.