Rob Leonard

Rob Leonard Email and Phone Number

Leader @Tactile, Artist @Mathscaper @ Tactile
About Rob Leonard

Rob Leonard is a curiosity-driven design and technology leader, technologist, product development, R&D, IoT, networking and photonics industries executive. His resume includes roles with publicly traded companies, Inc 500 and Bizjournals, fastest growing privately held companies. Rob has provided key leadership in the product design, UX design, LED and Solid State Lighting industries. Specialties: Business Development, Engineering R&D, Product Development, Industrial Design, User Experience Design, 3D Motion Graphic and Marketing Design, Strategy, Business Management, High Technology, Sales Leadership, Sales Training, Business Development, Compliance, Risk Management, Physics, Electronics, Embedded Systems, LEDs, Optics, Photonics, Metrology, ITAR, FAR, DFAR, Government Agency Relationships, Public Speaking, Marketing, PR.

Rob Leonard's Current Company Details
Tactile

Tactile

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Leader @Tactile, Artist @Mathscaper
Rob Leonard Work Experience Details
  • Tactile
    Managing Director
    Tactile Nov 2022 - Present
    Seattle, Wa, Us
    I am proud to announce that I have joined the strategic physical and digital product design firm, Tactile as Managing Director. This group's reputation, talent, capabilities, and aptitude are incredible. It is an honor to be here.
  • Conduit Venture Labs
    Conduit Fellow
    Conduit Venture Labs Jan 2023 - Present
    Seattle, Wa, Us
    As a leader at Tactile, I have the opportunity to advise and support candidate companies and portfolio companies at Conduit Venture Labs.
  • Gloam Culture
    Chief Technology Officer
    Gloam Culture Apr 2024 - Present
  • Mathscaper
    Artist + Visionary
    Mathscaper Jan 2020 - Present
    Mathscaper’s mission is to express the beauty of mathematics and physics through art, for all. Upcoming Exhibitions:- Holter Museum of Art, May 26th - July 23rd, 2023 - Helena, MT- Leavenworth Adventure Park - July 27, 2023 - at least 1 year.- Seattle Gallery by appointment only, opening September 7th, 2023.
  • Pensar
    Managing Director
    Pensar Jan 2018 - Jul 2022
    Seattle, Wa, Us
    (Acquired) Pensar is a Medical Device, Consumer Electronics and Space R&D Engineering and Design Powerhouse. ITAR Registered, CMMC, NIST-800 Cybersecurity, ISO 13485, 60601 ready development practice.Responsible for Pensar’s business strategy, goals, and long-term directionResponsible for the financial health and success of Pensar and its employeesManages Pensar’s RiskResponsible for Sales and Marketing of Pensar’s servicesEstablished Space and Aerospace Industry focus. Managed FAR, ITAR complianceLeads the evolution and execution of Pensar's business development strategyLeads Pensar’s talent engagement to match Pensar’s resource availability with business development strategy
  • Pensar
    Director Of Business Development
    Pensar Jan 2018 - Aug 2019
    Seattle, Wa, Us
    Rob leads Pensar in all aspects of business development, strategy, marketing, sales and operations.
  • The Astronauts Guild
    Advisory Board Member
    The Astronauts Guild Jan 2018 - Dec 2020
    Los Angeles, California, Us
  • Echelon
    Regional Sales Director West - Lighting Controls
    Echelon Mar 2016 - Jan 2018
    Santa Clara, Ca, Us
    (Acquired) Responsible for all aspects of the selling process within the western US and Canadian territory. Focused on Echelon's strategic outdoor lighting controls.
  • Next Lighting
    Director Of Sales And Marketing
    Next Lighting Aug 2011 - Feb 2016
    San Francisco, Ca, Us
    (IP Licensed) NEXT was the manufacturer of the NEXTLamp which is a spectacular replacement for linear fluorescent lamps and is the IP basis for many linear LED lighting systems. While at NEXT, I supported the commercialization of 3 generations of the product, launched the product in market including many awards and installations with GSA. Next concluded manufacturing operations and licensed its technology.
  • Orb Optronix (Acquired By Csa)
    Director Of Sales & Marketing
    Orb Optronix (Acquired By Csa) Oct 2007 - Jul 2011
    Kirkland, Wa, Us
    (Acquired) As Director of Sales and Marketing for Orb Optronix, developed its sales organization and international distribtution in addition to starting Orb's Measurement Services Division for characterization of LEDs, SSL lamps and luminaires. Worked with Orb Optronix' clients ranging from garage inventors to major corporate clients and government agencies across fields as diverse as toys, lighting and defense. Recently, he oversaw the first demonstration of a project for the U.S. Department of Energy’s Lumen Maintenance Test Facility at Pacific Northwest National Laboratories for the verification of lamp submissions to compete for the coveted L-Prize – a culmination of his work in creating innovative products and developing partnerships with companies and government agencies.• Grew the sales organization from a single employee to the Puget Sound Business Journal’s 13th fastest growing, privately held company in Washington State with over 300% growth• Part of the key executive leadership team• Identified and managed sales agency relationships in North America and South Korea• Assisted in the development of the world’s first 3rd party, ISO accredited, LED Lumen Maintenance Test Facility• Developed key relationships with the US Department of Energy and secured several federal contracts; performing metrology for the DOE’s CALiPER program and developing the hardware and software for Pacific Northwest National Laboratory’s Lumen Maintenance Test facility for the L-Prize• Public speaker at US DOE events, tradeshows and LEDs Magazine webinars• Created and managed print and digital marketing campaigns• Authored and distributed press releases to dozens of photonics and metrology publications• Played key role in the ISO 17025 Accreditation process including the development of standard policies and procedures and document control in sales and laboratory processes
  • Available Personnel Services, Inc.
    Director, Sales & Marketing
    Available Personnel Services, Inc. Mar 2002 - Oct 2007
    (Acquired)• Provided leadership and managed multiple aspects of their multi-million dollar staffing and recruiting business.• More than tripled division revenues for each sales associate• Established long term business to business relationships by providing exceptional customer service and strategic partnerships with the community and customers• Strategic planning to grow company and develop sales team• Established sales policies and procedures for four offices serving the greater Puget Sound area• Designed and built IT infrastructure for the corporate and four locations and implemented centralize CRM (EMPAct now Microsoft Dynamics)• Assisted in the management of over 1,800 temporary employees in the Puget Sound Area

Rob Leonard Skills

Solid State Lighting Product Development Product Management New Business Development Product Marketing Optics Sales Strategic Planning Sales Management Cross Functional Team Leadership Leadership Start Ups Business Strategy Manufacturing Strategic Partnerships Metrology Led Lighting Systems Marketing Strategy Team Building Business Development Semiconductors Engineering R&d International Sales Photonics International Business Product Launch Public Relations Product Design Business Planning Direct Sales Semiconductor Industry Market Development Energy Conservation Engineering Management Architectural Lighting Lighting Control Physics Characterization Competitive Analysis Key Account Management Electricians Consumer Electronics Channel Partners Public Speaking Ssl Laser Management Electrical Problem Solving Lighting Lighting Design

Rob Leonard Education Details

  • Green River College
    Green River College

Frequently Asked Questions about Rob Leonard

What company does Rob Leonard work for?

Rob Leonard works for Tactile

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Rob Leonard's current role is Leader @Tactile, Artist @Mathscaper.

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What schools did Rob Leonard attend?

Rob Leonard attended Green River College.

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Rob Leonard has skills like Solid State Lighting, Product Development, Product Management, New Business Development, Product Marketing, Optics, Sales, Strategic Planning, Sales Management, Cross Functional Team Leadership, Leadership, Start Ups.

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