Robert Cummings

Robert Cummings

Project Administrator

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Providing small business consulting in the Phila. area for all your project management and government affairs needs.

  • Education

    • Columbia College

      1986 - 2016
      BS Business Administration Finance 3.9

      Activities and Societies: Alpha Sigma Lambda - National Honor Society SALUTE - Veterans National Honor Society My degree was the culmination of a 30 year journey which began at Temple University when I was honorably discharged from the Navy Submarine Service in 1986 and interrupted by raising a family. Completing my degree not only satisfied a personal goal but kept a promise I made to my mom when, against her wishes, I joined the Navy.

  • Experience

    • Johnson & Johnson

      Jan 1986 - Jan 1986
      Project Administrator

      Project Administrator R&D: Reporting to the Director of Research and Development, coordinated all aspects of cross-functional teams involved in the development of a new high-powered laser-based cataract photolysis system. Coordinated activities and movement of parts and equipment from facilities in California, Illinois and Pennsylvania. Utilized project management software to ensure timely completion of goals. Monitored and analyzed critical path tasks to monitor for potential project delays and to ensure milestone achievement. Prepared reports for senior management outlining project timeline risks and recommended strategies to minimize and manage these risks. Coordinated safe, efficient and timely transportation of equipment used in clinical trials. Collateral responsibilities included implementation of company-wide Total Quality Management (TQM) system as Kaizen trained TQM Leader/Instructor and Laser Safety Officer (LSO). Show less

    • OMEGA Engineering

      Jan 1996 - Jan 1998
      Insrumentation Supervisor

      Reporting to the Vice President for Operations, supervised staff of 25 technicians in the assembly, repair, testing and calibration of a variety of contact and non-contact (infrared) temperature and pressure instruments. Coordinated the activities of technicians located in various facilities around the country including New Jersey, Connecticut and California. Coordinated the technology and knowledge transfer from a facility in Massachusetts to New Jersey. Managed pre-production testing and coordinated three new product launches. Show less

    • Pennsylvania House of Representatives

      Apr 1998 - Apr 2003
      Special Assistant to the Majority Leader

      Responsible for managing complex constituent casework for the Representative and other caucus members. Prepared correspondence, attended various community meetings and speaking engagements on behalf of the Representative. Conducted policy analysis and prepared reports. Managed the successful implementation of special projects.

    • Philadelphia Regional Port Authority

      Apr 2003 - now
      Deputy Director of Government and Public Affairs

      Responsible for the planning, development, implementation and administration of strategies to promote the Port of Philadelphia by working with local, state and federal agencies and legislative bodies. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with port stakeholders and community groups. Oversee and coordinate federal and state bill tracking and analysis, committee hearing tracking and legislative agendas. Coordinate complex interactions with legislators and legislative staff as well as other local, state and federal officials. Ensure Authority-wide compliance with state ethics and lobbying disclosure laws. Establish and implement short and long range goals, objectives, policies and operating procedures for the government relations support function. Show less

    • Cummings & Co.

      Jul 2019 - now
      Principal Consultant

      A Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Cummings & Co. provides a wealth of experience to small businesses in Pennsylvania.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Pennsylvania Notary Public

      Pennsylvania Department of State
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Robert Cummings
      Order of Magellan USS Lapon SSN-661 1985 US Navy honor commemorating the circumnavigating the globe by sea.
    • Awarded to Robert Cummings
      Order of the Shellback USS Lapon SSN-661 1985 Sailor's initiation commemorating the crossing of the Equator in a vessel at sea
    • Awarded to Robert Cummings
      Order of the Blue Nose USS Lapon SSN-661 1983 A rare Navy initiation commemorating a sailor's crossing into the Arctic Circle (66 Deg 34"N).
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Chaplain - William D. Oxley Post 133, Pennsylvania

      Issued by The American Legion
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    • Former Vice President, Former Recording Secretary, Former Club Steward

      Issued by Ancient Order Of Hibernians
      Ancient Order Of HiberniansAssociated with Robert Cummings
    • Blood Doner

      Issued by American Red Cross
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