Overview
Rob is a seasoned business and political strategist with over 14 years of experience leading government relations, public policy, and regulatory affairs initiatives across the public and private sectors. He has built a reputation for translating complex legislative and operational challenges into actionable strategies, fostering bipartisan relationships, and advancing institutional goals through strategic communication and disciplined execution.
As director of government relations at the Illinois Department of Central Management Services, Rob led legislative affairs and external engagement efforts, aligning agency initiatives with the governor’s office. He developed and executed legislative strategies that supported the modernization of state government operations. He also managed the agency’s bill review process, served as the primary liaison to the General Assembly, and implemented internal systems that improved legislative tracking and stakeholder engagement.
In the private sector, Rob served as senior director of legislative and regulatory affairs at iA, innovation Associates, where he established and led a department focused on public affairs and regulatory strategy. His work enabled the adoption of new regulations in multiple states, expanded the company’s commercial footprint, and supported the launch of new product offerings. He also advised customer partners on licensing strategies and regulatory compliance, contributing to the company’s growth and innovation in pharmacy automation.
Credentials
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Mergers & Acquisitions and Entrepreneurship, 2025
- University of Illinois at Springfield, Master of Public Administration (M.P.A), Public Administration, 2017
Engagement
- Co-Chair, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Day at the Capitol, District of Illinois (2019 – Present)
- Alumni Member, University of Illinois Springfield 50th Anniversary Steering Committee (2020)
