Robert O Rowland

Robert Rowland was appointed vice president, government affairs in December 2003. His responsibilities include managing the Washington-based government affairs activities of Textron. Specifically, he is responsible for corporate strategies and activities that maximize Congressional and Executive Branch support for programs and issues of interest to Textron and its business units. He is also involved in business development for Textron's international operations and is a member of the Textron Customer Leadership Council. Rowland joined Textron in 1997 and previously held the position of director, government affairs. His primary responsibility was to maximize the opportunities for U.S. government programs vital to Textron. Prior to joining Textron, Rowland spent 25 years in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he earned the rank of colonel. He has fourteen years of experience in Washington-based government affairs, defense and aviation matters. Rowland is a graduate of The University of North Texas with a BBA, as well as an MS in Management from Troy State University and an MS in National Security Affairs from the Naval War College. He is a member of the Textron Global Leadership Team and has participated in the Executive Leadership and Management Program at the Wharton School, Ohio State University, and the Thunderbird School of International Management. He has also attended the Center for Creative Leadership.