Robert M. Sedlak
About Robert M. Sedlak
Robert M. Sedlak is the President of Asia-Pacific for Discrete Automation at Emerson, based in Singapore. He has a diverse background in corporate strategy, finance, and systems engineering, with significant experience in leadership roles at Emerson and the US Army.
Current Role at Emerson
Robert M. Sedlak currently serves as the President, Asia-Pacific | Discrete Automation at Emerson. Based in Singapore, he oversees operations, driving strategy, and innovation within the discrete automation segment in the Asia-Pacific region. His role focuses on integrating advanced automation technologies to improve manufacturing processes and operational efficiency.
Past Experience in Leadership Roles
Before his current position, Robert was the Vice President, Natural Gas Regulators | Final Control at Emerson from 2019 to 2023, managing operations in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. From 2017 to 2019, he served as Vice President, Daniel Flow Products | Measurement Solutions in Houston, Texas, overseeing product development and market strategies. He began his career at Emerson as an Intern, Logistics Strategy & Solutions Analyst in 2013 in Saint Louis, MO.
Mentorship and Board Membership
Robert contributed to his community by serving as a Mentor at American Corporate Partners (ACP) from 2022 to 2023. He also held a position as a Board Member at the Community Lifeline Center in McKinney, Texas, from 2020 to 2023, where he was involved in strategic decision-making and governance.
Military Service
Robert has a substantial background in military service, having served as an Army Aviation Officer in the US Army from 2005 to 2012. His seven-year tenure provided him with strong leadership, discipline, and strategic planning skills that he later applied in his corporate career.
Educational Background
Robert holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) with a focus on Corporate Strategy and Finance from Washington University in St. Louis, completed between 2012 and 2014. He also graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point with a degree in Systems Engineering and Psychology, which he completed from 2001 to 2005.