Bob Rilling-Smith

Bob Rilling-Smith is a seasoned professional with experience in legislative analysis and community outreach, currently serving at the American Kennel Club. Prior to this role, Bob was a Legislative Advocacy Associate at the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano, focusing on building relationships with elected officials to promote food security and developing a volunteer advocacy program. Earlier, as a Field Organizer for the Progressive Turnout Project, Bob implemented recruitment strategies to attract suitable applicants and provided coaching on the hiring process. Bob's career also includes significant experience at Reynolds American Inc., where responsibilities included public affairs and territory management, overseeing over 100 accounts with substantial annual sales. Bob holds a Master of Arts in Public Policy and Administration with a concentration in Data Analytics from Northwestern University and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Kent State University.