About Rob Clark

I am known for engaging people to get big things done to advance the business strategy at the crossroads of communications, brand, and public policy. Recognized for

► Getting it – quickly understanding the big picture
► Connecting it – customers, employees and the business
► Doing it – delivering innovative strategies and tactics that maximize results

I’ve led major initiatives, including developing and executing the communications strategy for Medtronic’s $50B acquisition of Covidien; re-branding and positioning the company under the Further, Together brand framework; and leading the company’s ongoing marketing and digital transformation as Chair of the Global Marketing Council.

Previously, I served as the VP of Healthcare Modernization for Optum, the IT support business of UnitedHealth Group. I led public policy and related communications initiatives on key areas such as data security and privacy; interoperability of health systems; and new payment methodologies and systems.

Additional executive assignments included creating and leading Medtronic’s Corporate State Government Affairs group, which was responsible for state advocacy programs across the US and leadership of the Corporate Public and Media Relations program. I served as lead spokesperson for all corporate matters to national, local and trade media outlets.

I have also held Communications and Government Affairs leadership positions with ADC Telecommunications, Digi International, and Acterna. I also served in the United States Air Force and Air Force Reserve.