Rob, our HR Director, is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of our human resources functions, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. He develops and implements HR strategies that align with our company’s goals, fostering a positive workplace culture and promoting the well-being and development of our employees. Rob also plays a key role in resolving workplace conflicts, leading organizational change initiatives, and providing expert guidance to senior leadership on HR-related matters to support business growth and employee satisfaction.
Branch of Service: Marine Corps
Rank Achieved: Staff Sergeant
Years in Service: 2009-2019 (10 years)
In 2009, Rob joined the U.S. Marine Corps straight out of High School. After graduating from Boot Camp, he was sent to Basic Infantry Training, followed by Artillery School in Fort Sill, Oklahoma. After his initial training, Rob spent the next four years on Camp Hansen (Okinawa, Japan), where he had the opportunity to participate in the Joint Special Operations Task Force – Philippines. Subsequently, he was deployed to Iraq. Afterwards, he spent three years dedicated to the retention and career progression of junior and senior enlisted Marines at Marine Corps Air Station (Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii). Rob then returned to Japan, where he was stationed at Marine Corps Air Station (Iwakuni, Japan). During his time there, he travelled around the Pacific in support of the Marine Corps’ mission to South Korea, Guam, Australia, and throughout Japan. This continued until his Honorable Discharge in 2019.
During his service, Rob received numerous awards, including the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, Combat Action Ribbon, Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation, and the Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal with one bronze star. Additionally, he received the Iraq Campaign Badge, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, and the Navy Sea Service Deployment Ribbon with a silver and bronze star.