Robert West

Robert West is an accomplished executive specializing in business development strategies for state and local government sectors, currently serving as Principal Executive for SLED Business Development at Uniti Group Inc. since August 2025. West has a strong background in public sector sales, having held key positions at Windstream, including Principal Executive and Director of State Government Strategists, where responsibilities encompassed managing relationships and driving revenue growth within state government and higher education markets. With a rich history of involvement in various associations such as the National Association of State Chief Information Officers (NASCIO) and the National Association of State Technology Directors (NASTD), West has actively contributed to strategic initiatives and market development. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in Business from the University of Kentucky.