Rob Martin

Rob Martin has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries and roles. Rob is currently serving as the Director of Business Services at The Calgary Stampede since February 2022. Prior to this, they founded Martin Networking & Security in 2003 and continues to be involved in the company.

Rob also has experience working at Baytex Energy Corp. where they held the position of Director of IT/IS from December 2013 to November 2020. Rob successfully integrated Raging River operations, reduced IT OpEx by 60%, and established a zero-downtime environment for business operations. In addition, they served as the IT Manager at Baytex Energy Corp. from February 2012 to December 2013, where they streamlined the SOX audit process and reduced capital and OpEx budgets.

Rob's previous roles include Co-Chair at CAPP CIO Forum from 2010 to 2013, Director of Canadian Operations, IT at Quicksilver Resources Canada Inc. from September 2004 to January 2012, Founding Partner & VP. Systems at Pandell Technology Corporation from 1997 to 2003, and Manager at Health Promotion Associates from 1993 to 1997.

Overall, Rob Martin's work experience highlights their expertise in IT management, operational oversight, budgeting, and business process improvement.

Rob Martin graduated from the Haskayne School of Business in 1996 with a B.Comm degree in Management Information Systems. In 2014, they obtained certifications in GIAC Security Leadership (GSLC) and GSEC - GIAC Security Leadership from GIAC. Rob also holds a certification in ITIL v.3 Foundation from Loyalist Certification Services.