Hi, I’m Robert!

Originally from Oklahoma City, I found my way to Atlanta in my early adult years and never looked back. While I wasn’t born here, Atlanta is truly my home, and I’ve put down roots in the vibrant Southwest Atlanta community. Technology has been woven into my life from an early age - what started as childhood fascination with computers has evolved into both a lifelong passion and a rewarding career in technology leadership.

About Me

  • 😄 Pronouns: he/him/his

  • ⚜️ I’m a former Boy Scout

  • 🏳️‍🌈 Happily married to my husband

  • 🏃‍♂️ Building running endurance and pursuing strength training goals

  • 🇫🇷 Conversational in French

  • 🏠 Home automation enthusiast

  • 🌱 Urban gardener sharing my green adventures on Bluesky

  • 🥾 Avid hiker and outdoor enthusiast

  • 🧑‍🍳 Passionate weekend chef - check out my recipes and cooking notes

  • 🍺 Craft beer enthusiast, particularly IPAs

  • 🤖 I mentor rising technologists and value continuous learning through feedback

  • 🎶 Curator of monthly Apple Music playlists

Technology Journey

My love for technology began with a Tandy TRS-80 CoCo 2 . I eagerly awaited each issue of Rainbow Magazine , which fueled my passion for programming. Over the years, I’ve mastered multiple languages: BASIC, Assembly, C, C++, Pascal, Java, JavaScript, Python, and Go. After starting with an Intel 286 PC running MS-DOS , I discovered Red Hat Linux 5.1 . I replaced Windows 98 and embraced the Linux ecosystem, never looking back.

Professional Experience

Throughout my career , I’ve specialized in Systems Engineering, working with Windows, UNIX, VMware ESX, and Linux. After earning my Red Hat Performance Tuning certification, I transitioned into leadership roles managing cross-functional technology teams. Currently, I serve as Director of Product Technical Operations at CoverMyMeds, a McKesson company that revolutionizes medication access challenges for patients. In this role, I lead 24/7/365 frontline operations and ITSM practices, ensuring continuous service delivery and operational excellence.

Let’s Connect

I welcome genuine connections and conversations with real people (no bots or spam, please). Whether you’re interested in discussing technology, leadership, or sharing personal experiences, I’m happy to engage. Visit my social links and choose your preferred platform to say hello.

Credits

Profile photography by Mark Morinii