President
In addition to leading DDI’s day-to-day operations, Bob has also led a cultural transition within the company, focusing on values-based leadership to make DDI an employer of choice and aligning DDI's internal culture with customer focus, teamwork, innovation, and high involvement.
A recognized expert in strategy execution, performance management, leadership development and succession management, Bob works with senior executives and speaks at conferences around the world on these topics.
Thought Leadership
Career Highlights
- DDI was voted one of the top 10 Best Small & Medium Companies to Work for in America (SHRM & Great Place to Work Institute) and Best Company to Work for in Pittsburgh (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette) under Bob’s leadership.
- Bob works with organizations at senior levels on "Executing Business Strategy" to help align strategic priorities with the rest of the organization and create stronger accountability systems and a greater focus.
- Bob has been a senior leader in DDI for more than 25 years and has led the growth of DDI from a $7 million company to a $180 million company.
- In 1982, Bob became senior vice president of DDI's regional operations and was promoted in 1990 to chief operating officer.
- Bob has championed DDI’s culture focused on integrity.
- Bob serves as an executive coach for the presidents of other organizations.
Education and Credentials
- Bachelor's degree in meteorology from Pennsylvania State University
- Bachelor's in education from Towson State University
- Master’s degree in education from Troy University