It is an absolute privilege to recommend Rob as an outstanding leadership coach and mentor. Working with him the last 20 years has had a profound impact on both my career, life and family far exceeding my expectations. Throughout the many years he has been in my life, he has been a true catalyst for my personal growth and transformation, offering the kind of insight, support, and guidance that creates lasting change.

Through his coaching, I have experienced remarkable shifts in my leadership abilities, mindset, and confidence. Rob challenged me to see beyond my perceived limitations, helping me uncover strengths I didn’t even realize I had and has been a real "truthteller" and valued confidant. His approach is deeply engaging, thought-provoking, and tailored to my unique challenges and goals. Every session was a powerful and eye-opening experience, equipping me with the tools and strategies I needed to lead with clarity and purpose. He greatly influenced how I approach challenges and build a solid foundation of trust in all of my relationships. The impact of his work on my life cannot be overstated. 

Rob Dugas has an eye for talent and a heart for developing it. He’s more than an executive; he’s your favorite leader’s [favorite] leader. He’s a contemplative coach and a compassionate mentor.  Rob’s expertise helped shape my leadership style; strengthened my confidence in abstract and analytical thinking; fed my curiosity for enhancing my business acumen; and generated countless development opportunities. Rob helped me discover, understand, refine, and utilize my ‘superpowers’ that I continue to apply.

Through Rob’s unique perspective, vast functional experience, and meaningful analogies, I seamlessly transitioned from an individual contributor to a leader. His transferrable lessons, strategies and challenges prepared me for what was next and beyond. Because of Rob’s guidance, I am confident that my influence will continue to have a positive impact on people and the business, at large. Rob is an absolute gem.

Rob is a natural born leader and has consistently proven his ability to deliver on his commitments. As a mentee, I’ve observed Rob lead unselfishly and put everyone on his team in a position to win. He is really good at connecting with people on a real human level, bringing his authenticity to whatever space he occupies. In addition, he inspires others not by showcasing his wins and successes, but rather by leaving a true impact on whoever he connects with.

If there’s any opportunity to work with  Rob, there’s no doubt you are getting his true authentic self. A true leader inspires others to achieve greatness. Rob is a great leader who does just that and makes it look easy.

I have had the privilege of working with Rob for over 15 years, and it’s clear that his commitment to growth, learning, and innovation is at the heart of everything he does. His passion for exploring new ideas and pushing boundaries is contagious. 

Rob has an incredible ability to break down complex ideas and present them in a way that is accessible to everyone. He brings a unique perspective and consistently delivers insights that make even the most complicated leadership challenge easy to grasp.

What truly sets Rob apart is his genuine dedication to helping others grow and focus on what matters most. He doesn’t just mentor or share knowledge—he empowers people to apply insights gained in their everyday lives. With Rob, growth and development is never just a goal; it becomes an inspiring journey that leaves a lasting impact.