Rob Ward
About Rob Ward
Rob Ward serves as the Area Vice President at Expedient and has been a member of the Board of Directors for the Greater Memphis IT Council since 2022. He has extensive experience in the telecommunications and IT sectors, having held various leadership roles at Level 3 Communications, Qwest Communications, and MCI Communications.
Current Role at Expedient
Rob Ward serves as the Area Vice President at Expedient, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he has contributed to the development of auto provisioning and self-service capabilities. He has also been involved in implementing API-driven solutions and elastic capacity services, enhancing the company's service offerings. Additionally, he has played a significant role in expanding Expedient's data protection and container as a service offerings. His leadership has been pivotal in providing 24x7x365 technical support and compliance solutions.
Previous Experience at Level 3 Communications
Before joining Expedient, Rob Ward worked at Level 3 Communications as a Sales Director from 2004 to 2015, accumulating 11 years of experience. His tenure at Level 3 Communications allowed him to develop skills in sales strategy and client relationship management, contributing to the company's growth during his time there.
Board Membership at Greater Memphis IT Council
Rob Ward has been a member of the Board of Directors at the Greater Memphis IT Council since 2022. This role allows him to engage with local technology initiatives and contribute to the growth of the IT community in Memphis, Tennessee.
Educational Background
Rob Ward studied Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering at the United States Navy from 1989 to 1993. He also attended the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs from 1993 to 1995. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in technology and communications.
Career Path Prior to Expedient
Rob Ward's career includes significant roles at various telecommunications companies. He worked as a Major Account Executive at Qwest Communications, Inc. from 1999 to 2004, and as an Account Development Manager III at MCI Communications from 1996 to 1999. These positions contributed to his expertise in enterprise solutions and client management.