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Robbie Forest

@robbieforest

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Versatile operations leader delivering finance, digital and AI-powered solutions for small organisations.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role combining operations and digital delivery where I can apply finance, process optimisation and AI-powered web solutions, in a collaborative, growth-focused organisation.

I am a versatile operations and business management professional with 8+ years supporting organisations managing budgets exceeding £1M, and hands-on experience building and scaling my own SME to £8,000 monthly revenue. I combine rigorous financial administration with process design and practical customer-facing experience.

I develop AI-enhanced digital solutions and websites, having created a portfolio of 10 sites/webapps using modern frameworks and AI tools, and I implemented Google Workspace systems that improved collaboration and document control for international teams.

I prioritise accuracy, compliance and clear communication, with proven outcomes including zero compliance issues in financial reporting for an international NGO and Great Taste Award recognition for my food business.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Director

Current

ForestTech Solutions

Sep 2025 - Present (5 months)

Lead web development consultancy delivering AI-powered websites and web apps for small businesses; managed full project lifecycle and built a portfolio of 10 sites to improve client digital presence and automation.

Web Development AI Tools Lovable Project Management Deployment Client Consulting N8n Zapier

Director

Fermented For You

Oct 2023 - Aug 2024 (10 months)

Scaled an artisan fermented food business from concept to £8,000 monthly revenue in 6 months while managing production, quality (HACCP), bookkeeping, and customer-facing sales, achieving Great Taste Award recognition.

Operations Management HACCP Bookkeeping Financial Management Customer Quality Control & Compliance Product Development

International Programme Assistant

Water Witness International

May 2015 - Sep 2020 (5 years 4 months)

Managed comprehensive financial operations for an international NGO with £1M+ annual budget, including bookkeeping, payroll, VAT returns, reporting, and implemented Google Workspace to streamline collaboration.

Bookkeeping Payroll Processing VAT Returns Financial Reporting Google Workspace Documentation

Independent Traveller

Self Employed

Feb 2011 - Jun 2014 (3 years 4 months)

Undertook a long-distance cycling expedition across 27 countries (~30,000 km), producing blog, video, and published book content that developed storytelling, content creation, and remote problem-solving skills.

Content Creation Storytelling Video Production Self Management Cross Cultural Communication