Rob Acker

Rob Acker is a transformational leader and values-driven business executive with over 30 years of experience in building, creating, and disrupting SaaS markets and industries.

At Salesforce, he spearheaded the growth of innovative business units, including SMB, Mid-Market, and Enterprise, along with Global and Vertical Business Units, setting industry standards.

He transformed the Salesforce Foundation into Salesforce.Org, a highly impactful social enterprise generating ~$1 Billion in revenue, funding grants worth millions back into the community annually, and driving over 1 million hours of volunteering.

A values-driven leader, Rob balances traditional leadership with a commitment to social impact, fostering public-private partnerships for a better world.

Acting as an engaged advisor, he has lent his expertise to various companies and nonprofits, serving on prestigious committees like the Obama Foundation Technology Advisory Committee and the WEF World Economy Advisory Council.

As a culture builder, Rob attracts and nurtures top talent, empowering them to be change agents and disruptors, resulting in exceptional organizational performance and high employee retention rates.

Rob's educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Economics & Political Science from Gonzaga University.

His notable past roles include CEO and COO at Salesforce.org, COO Data.com, SVP - EMEA Sales, and North America - Area Vice President at Salesforce.com, among other roles at Oracle Corporation.