Rob Sykes

Rob Sykes is a sound therapist, artist and former international DJ with a remarkable thirty-year career spanning music, events and digital operations. As the co-founder of Find Your Magic with his husband Edward Pike, a retreat experience designed to help people reconnect with themselves through sound, creativity and nature, Rob blends artistry with healing practice. Invited to speak for his powerful combination of creative leadership and personal authenticity, he brings a unique voice to conversations around wellbeing, identity and the LGBTQ+ experience. His journey demonstrates how embracing one’s truth can inspire both personal transformation and collective empowerment.

Rob’s career began in the early 2000s within the entertainment industry, managing projects and events for global networks such as MTV and Viacom. His flair for coordination and creative vision quickly saw him move into senior operational and talent management roles, including at Channel 4, VCCP and The App Business. Over the years, Rob cultivated a rare blend of creative and strategic expertise, allowing him to bridge the gap between artistry and business. This foundation paved the way for his later transition into roles that centred on human connection and personal growth.

In recent years, Rob has channelled his extensive industry experience into work that promotes wellbeing and transformation. Alongside his husband Edward Pike, he co-founded Find Your Magic Retreats in 2022, immersive experiences designed to help individuals heal from burnout and rediscover purpose. As a certified sound therapist, Rob specialises in Voice Analysis and Vibrational Retuning, using sound to restore emotional and energetic balance. His artistry also extends to straw marquetry, a meticulous craft that mirrors his philosophy of mindful creation. Balancing these practices with his role as Lead Talent Partner at Kin + Carta, Rob continues to advocate for inclusion, creativity and conscious leadership in the workplace.

Rob is invited to speak because of his ability to weave personal insight with professional expertise. As an openly gay creative and entrepreneur, he brings warmth, humour and candour to discussions on authenticity, resilience and self-expression. His story exemplifies the power of living truthfully and using one’s voice, literally and figuratively, to foster genuine connection and change.