Veterans' Day Special: The Importance of Veterans Receiving a College Degree

On Veterans' Day, my guest will be Robert Allen.  Robert is an academic and business professional with a diverse background of knowledge and wealth of experience in teaching online, traditional, and certificate courses at colleges and universities on the East Coast.  As an Online Instructional Designer and Faculty Development Specialist, Robert consults with academic leaders to train their staff & faculty, as well as help develop and implement blended learning courses and fully online programs. He has an Associate’s Degree in Electronic Technology, a B.S. in Organizational Management, a Master’s Degree in Human Resources Management, and is currently in the process of completing his Doctorate’s Degree in Business Administration this year.

Since 2003, Robert has been an adjunct professor teaching both graduate & undergraduate level  marketing and management courses at institutions such as William Paterson University, Baruch College, College of Staten Island, Plaza College, Pillar College, LIM College, St. Johns University, Montclair State, Seton Hall, Mountain State University, Alabama A & M University, Oakwood University, and Athens State University.   He served 12 years in the U.S. Army as an Air Defense Artillery Missile and Weapons System Instructor and Technician. His professional corporate affiliations include key management and / or marketing positions with organizations such as ADTRAN, Inc., ABC television station affiliate WAAYTV News, Cumulus Broadcasting, Broadcast One Radio, and SCH & Co. Consulting. Organizations in which Robert has provided either corporate training, workshops & seminars, marketing, management or instructional design consulting services to includes: The NYC Office of Emergency Management, NYC Department of Buildings, and The United Nations Population Funds (UNFPA).