Rob McGillen

Chief Innovation Officer for CBIZ Financial Services, USA

About Rob McGillen

Rob McGillen leads innovation and transforming business practices within the sector for CBIZ. His expertise encompasses digital transformation, M&A IT due diligence and integration, data analytics, automation, enterprise systems modernization, cybersecurity, risk management, and enterprise project management. Since joining CBIZ in 2019, Rob has focused on CIO advisory, digital transformation, and innovation services for private equity clients within CBIZ Private Equity Advisory. Before CBIZ, Rob was the Global Head of Technology (CIO) at Grant Thornton, a Senior Director and Client Partner at Rightpoint, and the founder of a digital transformation firm.

Education & qualifications

Bachelor of Business Administration, University of Oklahoma

Experience

Rob is the Chief Innovation Officer for CBIZ Financial Services, where he drives the adoption of innovative solutions and optimises business processes across the division. With expertise in digital transformation, IT due diligence for mergers and acquisitions, and technology integration, Rob plays a key role in advancing CBIZ’s capabilities in areas like data analytics, automation, and enterprise systems modernisation. He also oversees cybersecurity, risk management, and enterprise project management initiatives.

Since joining CBIZ in 2019, Rob has been instrumental in delivering CIO advisory and innovation services to the firm’s private equity clients, helping them navigate complex technological challenges. Before CBIZ, Rob held several leadership roles, including Global Head of Technology (CIO) at Grant Thornton, Senior Director and Client Partner at Rightpoint, and founder of a digital transformation consultancy. His extensive experience spans technology leadership and strategic innovation across industries.