Robert Yon
About Robert Yon
Robert Yon serves as the Vice President of the Defense Agencies and Naval Services Market at LMI, where he leads growth strategy initiatives for clients in the Department of the Navy and related defense sectors. He has a diverse background in military communications and logistics, coupled with advanced degrees in History, Political Science, and Public Policy.
Current Role at LMI
Robert Yon serves as the Vice President for the Defense Agencies and Naval Services Market at LMI. He has held this position since 2022, overseeing profit and loss as well as growth strategy initiatives for clients within the Department of the Navy, Defense Agencies, and Special Operations Command. His role involves aligning commercial best practices and technologies with the needs of government managers, particularly in defense contexts.
Previous Experience at LMI
Before his current role, Robert Yon worked at LMI in various capacities. He served as Principal of Business Development from 2021 to 2022, focusing on strategic growth. He was also a Project Manager from 2017 to 2021, where he managed projects related to defense and logistics. Additionally, he held the position of Graduate Fellow from 2016 to 2017, contributing to research and analysis efforts.
Military Background
Robert Yon has a significant military background, having served in the United States Marine Corps. He worked as a Communications Officer from 2013 to 2015 in Okinawa, Japan, and as a Basic Officer from 2011 to 2012 in Quantico, Virginia. His military experience has informed his understanding of logistics systems and defense operations.
Education and Expertise
Robert Yon holds a Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science from the University of Pittsburgh, where he studied from 2008 to 2011. He furthered his education with a Master of Arts in Public Policy from the University of Michigan's Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, completing his studies from 2015 to 2017. His academic background supports his expertise in logistics analysis and the application of technology to logistics challenges.
Skills and Contributions
Robert Yon is adept at connecting government needs with commercial technologies, particularly in logistics and transportation. He has experience in developing reports, white papers, and business case analyses that address logistics problems. His focus on improving logistics systems has been a key aspect of his career in both military and civilian roles.