Having worked extensively in the private sector, Alastair became a student of the School for Social Entrepreneurs (SSE) in 1997. Having established and run his own project, he returned to SSE as development director before moving into the role of CEO in 2004.

Alastair is the co-founder and director of a Tonic Housing CIC which is looking to develop a fresh approach to LGBT elder living. Alastair has held trustee roles in a number of organisations and is currently a trustee of the Sheila McKechnie Foundation. He has previously been a trustee of organisations including Social Enterprise UK, UnLtd and the Akram Khan Dance Company.

Alastair heads up the SSE Senior Management Team, which includes the Director of Development and the Director of London School.