Rob Donnell

Rob Donnell has a strong background in aviation and safety. Rob currently holds the position of Health and Safety Director at Team Elmer's since 2021. Prior to this, they served as the Vice President of Operations and Director of Safety at 45 North Aviation from 2020 to 2021. From 2000 to 2020, Rob held various positions in the U.S. Coast Guard, including Executive Director - Coast Guard Air Station Traverse City, MI and Director Of Flight Operations / Chief Pilot - Coast Guard Air Station Traverse City, MI. Rob also worked as the Deputy Training Director / Project Manager / Flight Examiner at the Aviation Training Center Mobile, AL and as the Director of Safety / Human Resources Director / Flight Examiner at Air Station Clearwater, FL. Additionally, Rob has experience in government affairs as the Chief advisor to Senators and staff of the U.S. Senate Commerce, Science & Transportation Committee. Rob started their career as a Student Naval Aviator in the U.S. Navy Air Station Pensacola, FL and as an Officer Candidate at the U.S. Coast Guard Officer Candidate School in New London, CT.

Rob Donnell's education history includes the following:

- From 2007 to 2010, they attended American Military University and earned a Master of Arts (MA) degree in Political Science and Government.

- In 2013 to 2014, they attended the U.S. Coast Guard Leadership Development Center and completed the Midgrade Officer and Civilian Transition Course in Organizational and Strategic Leadership.

- From 1995 to 1999, they attended Eastern Connecticut State University and obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in History.

In addition to their formal education, Rob Donnell has obtained several certifications:

- In October 2021, they obtained the Certified Worker's Compensation Professional certification from the Michigan State University School of Human Resources and Labor Relations.

- In July 2020, they completed the Safety Management Systems for Managers program at FlightSafety International.

- In May 2014, they received the Airline Transport Pilot certification from the Federal Aviation Administration.

- In October 2006, they became an Aviation Safety Officer through the US Navy.

There is also mention of additional certifications, such as the 30-Hour Construction Safety and Health certification from the US Department of Labor OSHA and the S-70 Type Rating from the Federal Aviation Administration, but the specific details and completion dates are not provided.