"Organizations like ours (WSEHA) depend on volunteers. Our mission may define what we want to accomplish, but it’s the people willing to give their time, energy, and expertise who actually make it possible. For many years, Rob has been one of those people. He’s also the kind of volunteer every organization hopes to have. He pitches in wherever he’s needed. He has a good attitude. He’s dependable. He’s easy to work with. Rob has dedicated his career to environmental health. He has served our communities at WSDA and the local public health level for several years, and now continues that work at the state Department of Health...But what stands out most isn’t a job title or a particular project. It’s how he goes about the work. There are people who make their biggest contribution from the front of the room. And then there are people who quietly make sure everything actually works. That's Rob. He steps in when something needs to be done. He supports the people around him. He brings a positive attitude with him. And, just as importantly, he’s simply someone you enjoy having around."

 - excerpt from nomination