Rob Leighton

Rob Leighton is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in leadership and organizational growth across various sectors. As the Executive Director and Founder of iMission Institute since June 2013, Rob Leighton leads a marketing and digital technology agency that supports social sector organizations in areas such as health, education, and social justice. Previously, Rob Leighton served as President of Kardea Nutrition from April 2007 to May 2013, focusing on consumer marketing for cardiovascular health products. Additionally, Rob Leighton held the role of President and CEO at Thompson Brands from January 1995 to March 2007, where strategic repositioning efforts transformed a low-margin manufacturer into a high-margin brand catering to health-conscious consumers. Rob Leighton holds an MBA in Management from the Yale School of Management and a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Michigan.