It is with great sadness that, here at Mindroom, we share the news of Robin Dow’s passing.
Robin played an instrumental role in building Salvesen Mindroom Centre alongside his wife, and co-founder, Sophie. After leaving his successful career in the corporate world, he joined Sophie in her mission to create a world where No Mind is Left Behind and where we recognise that It Takes All Kinds of Minds.
Alan Thornburrow, CEO of Mindroom, commented: “From the moment I began my role as CEO, Robin was a constant source of encouragement. He cared deeply about Mindroom, its people and the people we support, and he always took a genuine interest in how we could continue to develop and make a difference.
“His vision, creative mind, focus, relentless energy and determination helped shape Mindroom into the organisation it is today. He brought these same qualities to every part of his life, from running marathons to captaining The Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers at Muirfield.
“But, alongside his drive and ambition, Robin was kind, supportive and empathetic. A humble, down-to-earth man, he never sought recognition for his achievements, instead generously sharing the credit and encouraging others to fulfil their potential.
“Robin will be sorely missed by everyone at Mindroom. I feel privileged to have known and worked alongside him. His contribution to Mindroom goes far beyond what he helped build, and now it lives on in its people and the many families whose lives the organisation has touched.”
Edward Troughton, Chair, added: “Robin was instrumental in my becoming Chair of this extraordinary charity, and I am deeply grateful to him. I will always remember how he thought nothing of jumping into his car and driving two and a half hours to my home, just to spend time talking through Mindroom in person. That generosity with his time said everything about him. For 25 years, Robin and Sophie have been utterly dedicated to Mindroom, and that dedication shows in the many young people we have been able to help – making their lives a little better, and always holding to the mantra of ‘No Mind Left Behind’.
“The Board will be a poorer place without Robin’s experience, his wise guidance and, above all, his wonderful sense of humour. He will be sorely missed, and our thoughts are with Sophie and the family. But he leaves a great legacy, one we are proud to carry forward. I am delighted that Sophie remains with us as our Founder and visionary, helping to take the extraordinary work of the last 25 years into the next chapter.”
Family meant so much to him, and our thoughts are with Sophie and all their family at this very sad time.
