Roger Torda
About Roger Torda
Roger Torda serves as the Acting Director of Communications at the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), where he has worked since 2012. He has extensive experience in multimedia production and communications, having held senior roles at various major media organizations including NBC Universal, CNN, and Discovery Communications.
Current Role at ASME
Roger Torda serves as the Acting Director of Communications at the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME). In this role, he has been involved in strategic communications, public information, and marketing since 2012. His responsibilities include producing multimedia content that aligns with ASME's mission to enhance safety through technical standards and global knowledge sharing. Torda oversees a landmarks program and oral histories, contributing to the organization's historical preservation efforts.
Previous Experience at NBC Universal
Before his current position, Roger Torda worked at NBC Universal as Vice President of Production and Executive Producer, as well as Senior Producer for Healthology and NBCU Digital from 2002 to 2008. During his six years in this role, he was responsible for overseeing various production initiatives and content development in New York, New York.
Career at CNN and Other Networks
Roger Torda's career in media includes a significant tenure at CNN, where he worked as a Producer and Writer from 1995 to 1999. He also held positions at CNBC as a Producer in Profile from 1999 to 2000, and at Discovery Communications as Executive Producer for the Discovery Health Channel from 1999 to 2001. Additionally, he briefly worked as a Producer at A&E Television in 2001.
Educational Background
Roger Torda studied at the University of Chicago, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in History. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from the same institution. His educational background provides a foundation for his work in communications and media production.
Content Production and Initiatives
In his current role at ASME, Roger Torda produces profiles of social entrepreneurs focused on healthcare, clean energy, food, and education. He also creates stories about advancements in sustainable power, advanced manufacturing, and bioengineering. Torda is involved in producing content for ISHOW, an annual competition held in Nairobi, Bangalore, and Washington, DC, and he organizes an annual gala to honor distinguished individuals in science, engineering, and industry.