Rob has been a dedicated safety professional in both the public and private sectors for over 40 years.  He spent 25 years in emergency services, with 10 of those years serving as Fire Chief. Following his emergency service career, Rob went on to develop and direct safety programs in the construction and manufacturing fields, academia and public visitor and entertainment venues, such as the Oregon Zoo.  Most recently, Rob was the Director of Safety for MiTek / Benson Curtainwall & Glass, working directly with glaziers and ironworkers on many large, iconic projects throughout North America.

Rob is the founder and President of Safety Consulting Services and has provided environmental, health and safety consulting and risk management services for a number of public and private sector companies. He is a proud US Marine Corps veteran.

Rob has been an adjunct professor for over 25 years teaching courses in occupational safety and health, emergency management and firefighter health, safety and survival. He is an established subject matter expert, and a strong leader and team builder as well as a sought-after speaker and trainer.

Rob is committed to several charitable ventures; primarily programs serving military veterans and at-risk youth and children. He has three grown children and is a very proud grandpa! He lives in Longview, Washington with his energetic pup “Koda,” and his life partner Pam, a community hospice care provider and profound fitness fanatic.