Business leader, entrepreneur, philanthropist and thought leader
Tevin Tobun has more than two decades of experience in technology, logistics and innovation.
He is the founder of Routd (pronounced ‘rooted’), a logistics technology platform, and the multi-award-winning GV Group, one of the UK’s leading logistics and distribution companies.
Through businesses including Platebox and Repco Global, Tevin’s enterprises distribute goods worth more than £400 million annually, including over 25 million school meals each year.
Passionate about creating opportunities for others, Tevin founded The Tobun Foundation to support young people from disadvantaged backgrounds into higher education and meaningful careers.
He serves on the Lloyds Bank Business Advisory Board and as a Council member of The Open University, and has been recognised among the Top 100 Most Influential Black Britons.
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Honorary awards
Each year, we ask for nominations for exceptional individuals to be nominated for an honorary degree.
Our awards go to individuals who have made and continue to make a significant contribution to our world and who reflect the University of Portsmouth's ambitions to do the same. Nominate someone amazing for an honorary award to be presented over Graduation 2027.