Bob Aholt

Bob Aholt is a seasoned professional with a rich history of diverse experiences across various industries. Currently serving as a Senior Technical Project Manager at j2 Global, Bob excels in building and leading effective teams that deliver meaningful outcomes. His approach involves asking insightful questions to address core issues, fostering diverse perspectives, and ensuring a clear vision to achieve goals. With a motto of "get stuff done," Bob's leadership style emphasizes efficiency and effectiveness.

In his past roles, Bob has held key positions such as managing partner of Systems Consulting & Design (SCD) and founding partner of Systems Development Innovations (SDI). With prominent clients like Sony Pictures, Toyota, and Universal Studios, Bob's leadership as a Divisional CIO involved overseeing program development, project implementation, finance, and operations on projects exceeding $200 million with over 250 resources over a three-year period.

As the vice chairman and director of the Pasadena Angels, Bob managed deal flow, conducted due diligence, created investment deals, and worked closely with startups to enhance their operations and finance strategies. His investments in numerous start-ups reflect his commitment to creating value through strategic and operational solutions, and optimizing business models for early-stage companies.

During his tenure as COO of Phase 3 (now NeoStem), Bob focused on investing in revenue and royalty agreements in the life sciences and biotechnology sectors. He provided capital and guidance to portfolio companies, driving due diligence activities, marketing strategies, and technology evaluations. Bob's responsibilities included defining corporate strategy, setting operational direction, and developing budgetary and financial plans for the company and its clients.

With a rich background in finance, marketing, human resources, and sales, Bob's expertise as a former CFO for private firms is evident. Having managed firms with over 40 personnel and annual revenues exceeding $7 million, Bob's strategic financial acumen has been instrumental in guiding organizations towards sustainable growth.

Bob's specialties encompass a diverse skill set that includes investment management, strategy implementation, operational experience across technology, consumer, biotech/life sciences, and entertainment sectors, CFO roles for consulting and PR firms, and technology management encompassing CIO duties and large-scale program and project management.

Bob is an alumnus of the University of Southern California, where he pursued an MBA in International Finance and Corporate Analysis. He also studied Communications Studies and Business Economics at UC Santa Barbara and Electrical Engineering at the University of Wyoming, showcasing his multidisciplinary educational background.