<p>Robert heads Radio Flyer Inc., the business founded by his grandfather in 1917. Radio Flyer is an iconic brand that holds a special place in people&#39;s hearts because it instantly transports them to a happy time &mdash; to the best parts of childhood. Robert works with a wonderful group of passionate &quot;Flyers&quot; whose mission is to create products that bring smiles to kids of all ages and to create warm memories that last a lifetime. Company sales have grown significantly because of Robert&rsquo;s focus on building a highly committed and creative team. The product line has expanded beyond the iconic Little Red Wagon&trade; to include tricycles, scooters, and other ride-ons featuring innovative, beautiful, playful design. Robert is the Emmy winning producer of the animated short film, Taking Flight.</p> <p>In 1991, Robert earned his Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in History from the University of Notre Dame, where he served as student body president.&nbsp; After graduation, Robert taught 6th grade in Chicago&rsquo;s Austin neighborhood through the Amate House Young Adult Volunteer Program.&nbsp; In 1997, Robert completed his M.B.A. from Northwestern University&rsquo;s Kellogg Graduate School of Management.</p> <p>An avid runner, Robert has completed numerous marathons, including Boston and a 50-mile ultra. Robert&rsquo;s favorite activities are creating family videos and playing with his four children in their backyard full of wagons, tricycles &amp; other ride-on toys.</p>