Rob Nelson
About Rob Nelson
Rob Nelson is the Managing Director of Global XR & Metaverse Services at Sia Partners, where he leads a global team of over 50 consultants. He has extensive experience in organizational health and effectiveness, project management, and developing XR/Metaverse solutions for enterprise clients.
Current Role at Sia Partners
Rob Nelson serves as the Managing Director of Global XR & Metaverse Services at Sia Partners. He has held this position since 2021, leading a global team of over 50 consultants. His focus is on developing XR and Metaverse solutions tailored for enterprise clients. Nelson's role encompasses overseeing the design and implementation of both pre-built and custom XR experiences, ensuring they meet the specific needs of organizations.
Previous Experience at Sia Partners
Prior to his current position, Rob Nelson worked at Sia Partners as the Organizational Health & Effectiveness (OH&E) Practice Director and Group Head from 2016 to 2021. During this time, he led a team of over 30 consultants, focusing on enhancing organizational health and effectiveness. His responsibilities included driving initiatives related to employee experience, well-being, and organizational strategy.
Career Background
Rob Nelson has a diverse career history that includes significant roles at various organizations. He was a Senior Project Manager at iSoftStone from 2010 to 2014 and worked as a Consultant at Capgemini for one year in 2008. Additionally, he served as a Senior Consultant at Caiman Consulting from 2014 to 2015, where he was a Senior Manager before the firm was acquired by Sia Partners in 2019. Nelson also held a position as a Senior Program Manager at Microsoft from 2015 to 2016.
Education and Expertise
Rob Nelson studied at the University of Washington, where he earned a degree in Information Systems and Finance from 2006 to 2008. His educational background supports his expertise in areas such as design and rapid prototyping in XR for enterprise solutions. He has also developed skills in acculturation and onboarding of enterprise customers in XR and the Metaverse, as well as experience in mergers and acquisitions, people analytics, and diversity initiatives.
Leadership and Focus Areas
In his various roles, Rob Nelson has demonstrated a strong focus on change and transformation, as well as people and leadership development. He emphasizes organizational strategy and structure, aiming to improve employee experience and well-being. His leadership style is characterized by a commitment to fostering a positive work environment and enhancing organizational effectiveness.