Who We Are

The Robert Bobb Group, LLC (RBG) is a minority-owned national consulting firm specializing in public and private sector consulting and advisory services. Our dedication is to offer solutions to government, military, private sector organizations, educational institutions, and professional services organizations. We achieve this by using a seamless approach and methodology, which combines excellence in strategic planning and project execution. We are continuously innovating and aiding our clients in succeeding in the Knowledge Era.

Headquartered in Washington, D.C., we specialize in Turnaround and Restructuring, Financial and Budget Management, Homeland Security, Labor Relations, Change Management, Economic Development Advisory Services, Emergency and Public Safety Planning, Real Estate and Asset Management Services, Document and Records Management, and Education Consulting.

Our goal is to provide our clients with effective solutions and services to help them better understand, analyze, and transform their civic, political, and business environments. We approach every project with tact, insight, and historical knowledge to foster respect, understanding, and openness to help our clients grow and improve. Before developing strategies, we carefully listen to our clients' perspectives and tailor our solutions accordingly. Our assessments of challenges are efficient, astute, and delivered in a way that can be easily understood and implemented by management and staff.

What We Believe

Organizations are defined by its belief in principles of purpose, mission, and values. The Robert Bobb Group is committed, dedicated, and accountable to upholding our principles in both our daily operations and client engagements.

Our Purpose

To enhance the quality of life for global communities by utilizing our commitment to exceptional service.

Our Mission

To expertly assist public and private sector clients with navigating complex management, financial, and operational challenges for maximized, sustainable achievement.

Our Values

The strength of an organization lies in its establishment and adherence of core values. We pride ourselves on being disciplined in executing our system of values in all our endeavors. Our foundation at The Robert Bobb Group is solidified in our belief and execution in maintaining the highest standards of the following:

Integrity and Ethics;
Professionalism and Accountability;
Etiquette and Respect;
Commitment to Excellence;
Leadership and High-Performance Management;
Client-First Focus;
Transparency and Collaboration;
Resilience and Execution of Deliverables, and;
Positivity in Working Environments.

RBG Differentiators

Impressive Track Record

We bring more than 12 years of diverse experience in the government consulting field, with a record of success serving private sector and government clients, on time and on budget. We aim for excellence in our work and deliver on our promises, always with our clients in mind.

Client Focus and Transparency

RBG creates an environment of transparency, integrity, and collaboration in all our client services. We give our clients access to the books, procedures, files, and systems generated from any project. By employing sustained two-way communication, we open up conversations with our clients that ensure focus and impact.

Powerful Team of Professionals

Our team is comprised of individuals who have managed or worked closely with cities and other jurisdictions, providing the highest levels of civic leadership. We have broad expertise in both the private and public sectors, and we provide responsive, sophisticated, and respected management services.

Targeted Learning and Training

Our experience allows us to create and deliver training programs that address key issues and provide smooth transitions. Our video training programs enable clients to access asynchronous training opportunities to best meet the needs of clients and their staffs. We are experts at training teams to deliver promised outcomes

Our Team

Team RBG is a large and diverse, nationwide network of professionals who have extensive experience working with both government organizations and private sector clients. Our group is comprised of several individuals and organizations with varying capabilities across industries, including turnaround and restructuring, financial and budgeting consultation, change management, and leadership. By partnering with RBG, you gain access to a wealth of professional expertise that can help you achieve your goals.

Our Leadership

Robert C. Bobb

President & CEO

Robert C. Bobb has over 40 years of executive management experience and a nationwide reputation for helping governments, schools, and businesses achieve financial and operational solutions, greater efficiency, and long-term viability. He is the owner, President, and CEO of The Robert Bobb Group, LLC (RBG), a multi-faceted private/public sector consulting firm specializing in restructuring and turnaround management consulting.

Patrick A. Bobb

Chief Operating Officer

Patrick Bobb is the Chief Operating Officer of The Robert Bobb Group, LLC (“RBG”). He has 12 years of experience in Technology Management, Operations and Security Management, Project Management, Risk Advisory, and Business Administration. In his role as Chief Operating Officer of RBG, Patrick works on a variety of projects for local, state and federal governments. He is skilled in leading consulting teams to assist clients with data management services, compliance auditing, and organizational change management. In addition to client responsibilities, Patrick manages all business intelligence, technology, and operational systems for RBG. He garners his additional skill sets in Human Resource and business development to manage financial and corporate growth activities for RBG. Patrick is a graduate of Georgetown University with a Master of Information Security and Intelligence. He earned certifications from Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s (MIT) Sloan School of Management in Artificial Intelligence Implications for Business Strategy; and received an Identification Certification from the Institute for Intergovernmental Research.

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Heather S. Ness

Principal

Heather is a Principal at The Robert Bobb Group, LLC (RBG) and is a DC native. She attended the National Cathedral School prior to attending the University of Pennsylvania and then the University of Virginia. Formerly KPMG, where she enjoyed a 15+ year exemplary tenure, she is also a Certified Information Systems Auditor and Project Management Professional with experience leading large transformation initiatives. At the Robert Bobb Group, Heather focuses on leading the State & Local Management Consulting Advisory Practice, with a focus in turnaround and restructuring efforts, organizational change management, business process re-engineering, and implementation of large-scale program transformation offices. In addition to her client service responsibilities, Heather has been recognized her entire career for being an outstanding national instructor, people management leader, and mentor. Heather is a graduate of Leadership Greater Washington’s Signature class of 2022 and serves on the boards of the National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA), the Government Financial Officers Association – Washington Metro Area (GFOA-WMA), and the DC Chamber of Commerce.

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Sie Lyons

Change Management Specialist

Sie Lyons is an innovative and strategic organizational change management (OCM) professional with over three (3) years of project management experience. Well-versed in project management methodologies, risk management, project planning, communication, quality assurance and control, Sie offers direct experience delivering quality products and services to various government municipalities. Sie has a proven record of developing data-driven dashboards, data analysis, requirements gathering, reporting, business process re-engineering, implementation planning, gap analysis, conducting assessments, strategic problem-solving, and direct client relations. As a Prosci Certified Change Practitioner, she owns her ability to provide OCM support in a fast-paced, mission-oriented environment where attention to detail is critical. Sie demonstrates her capacity to lead organizational transformations of working culture, process improvement, and to develop implemental changes to boost the overall morale of an organization’s talent. Her degrees and certifications include a Prosci Certified Change Management Professional and a bachelor’s degree in communications (North Carolina Central University).

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Lawrence A. Bobb

Principal

Lawrence “Tony” Bobb is a Principal with The Robert Bobb Group (RBG) and has over 20 years of expertise in project management, consulting, real estate development, and business development for top industry-leading organizations. Before joining RBG, Tony served in a leadership role at Alvarez and Marsal to monitor US Department of Education grant funding and ‘high-risk designation removal’ consultation for the U.S. Territory Guam. During this engagement, Tony led his team to monitor over $81 million in US Department of Education-funded fixed assets. He implemented operation procedures, accountability standards, leadership, and training; thereby improving fixed asset inventory and warehouse management systems. Previously, Tony was a Project Coordinator for Forest City Residential West, a division of Forest City Enterprises—an $11 billion publicly traded real estate development company. He completed budget and pro-forma analysis, community/political outreach, project management, and market research objectives to develop the Uptown Apartments (Oakland) and Presidio Landmark Apartments (San Francisco). Tony also served as the Business Development Director for the Bay Area World Trade Center (BAWTC). Tony has a degree in Economics/Business from the Virginia Military Institute. He also received a Certification in Real Estate Development from the University of Southern California – Lusk Center for Real Estate Bay Area Ross Program.

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