Robert serves as a Managing Director at the Sorenson Impact Institute and CEO and President of SOCAP Global, the largest convenor in global impact. At the Institute, Robert is responsible for strategic partnerships, business development, leading the planning and execution of special projects, and broad-based field-building strategies for the Institute and its mission to grow the market for impact investing. Robert brings more than 20 years of experience steering the strategic planning and execution of business development and creative strategies in diverse industries including campaign politics and public affairs in his home state of Louisiana. Prior to joining the Institute, Robert led marketing and communications efforts for LSU Athletics where he led the brand to historic heights. Robert is also a former senior advisor and executive director at Sanderson Strategies Group in Washington, DC. He earned his master’s degree from Georgetown University and holds a B.A. from Louisiana Tech University. He is an avid outdoors enthusiast.