Sam has spent the past seven years working as a Planning academic, with a research background in Planning and Environmental Management. His work has explored how the built environment can support more sustainable lives, from shaping better places to encouraging active travel and physical activity in our towns and cities.

He is passionate about Planning education and supporting more people to contribute to planning processes and influence the development of their communities. Sam brings together his research expertise with creative approaches to engagement, helping people express themselves and take an active role in shaping the places they live.