Robert Ashton

Robert Ashton is an accomplished business author who transitioned into creative writing, focusing on topics like people, places, and potentially prejudice, after completing a Creative Writing MA with distinction at the University of East Anglia.

His current project involves researching and writing a book centered around Suffolk's rural history, exploring themes such as community values, local trade, and the resurgence of interest in growing one's own food, especially in light of the pandemic.

As a seasoned social entrepreneur, Robert has founded multiple successful social enterprises, conducted workshops and speaking engagements in the UK and abroad, and is now taking a step back to prioritize writing over business ventures, acknowledging the importance of avoiding burnout.

Motivated by a Quaker ethos of promoting equality, Robert serves as a Trustee for two Quaker charities and volunteers with an organization supporting ex-offenders, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity in society.

With a background in business, agriculture, and a steadfast commitment to social impact, Robert Ashton stands as a versatile writer, social entrepreneur, and advocate for equality and community values.