Rob serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of Great Gray Trust Company, responsible for overseeing the company’s strategic direction. Barnett is well-known in the community for his industry knowledge and perspective.Barnett participates in several organizations to help advance the industry and serves as an Advisory Board member for the Society of Professional Asset Managers and Recordkeepers (SPARK) Institute, a member-driven, non-profit organization and leading voice in Washington for the retirement plan industry. SPARK is widely considered one of the most effective advocacy organizations in the country. He is a thought leader, and frequently shares his insights at events like the NAPA 401(k) Summit, ERISA 403(b) Advisor Conference, and more.Born and raised in Washington, Barnett received a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Finance. He began his career in client services at the Portland-based Morley Financial Services, and later at Fidelity Investments, specializing in Custody Sales. Previously, Barnett was the Head of Retirement Services at Wilmington Trust. He has over twenty years of experience in the retirement industry.