Bob recently became the VP, Advanced IP Engineering at Charter Communications the 4th largest US Cable Operator.  Bob is responsible for the IP network architecture strategy and the integration of IPTV and Commercial services offerings.  Prior to Charter Bob ran a successful Technology assessment and strategy partnership working with Cable Operators and vendors worldwide  he was also a Strategic Advisor to Cable Europe Labs.  Bob was at BigBand Networks as VP, Strategic Accounts responsible for working with key customers on their technical integration processes and issues.  Prior to working as an independent technologist he was responsible for the Engineering and Operation of the Western half of the US for RoadRunner as well as International Technology strategy. Bob deployed the first digital advertising system in Phoenix back in 1993 and also developed NVOD and VOD test beds with Discovery Communications in the early 1990’s.  He has also designed Cable Systems in both the US & Europe and has worked for various operators such as Videotron (UK), Chase Enterprises (Poland), Times-Mirror Cable TV, Continental Cablevision, MediaOne and Adlink.  Bob’s expertise spans HFC design, IP/DOCSIS and Video.  Prior to getting into the wild and wonderful world of Telecommunications Bob used to design and test things that went bang for GEC Avionics in Rochester, UK.