Hi, I’m Robert ‘Navy Bob’ Roncska
During my twenty-eight-year career in the Navy, I commanded a nuclear-powered submarine, led the largest submarine squadron in the U.S. fleet, and even carried the nuclear football for President George W. Bush, who affectionately named me "Navy Bob.” In this journey I learned invaluable lessons. Among them, the significance of sacrificial love stands out profoundly. Drawing from these experiences, I've come to understand that serving others is the ultimate pathway to prosperity for families, communities, organizations, and nations worldwide. My mission is to promote and teach leading with love to enable human transformation, foster positive cultures, and promote well-being globally.
The U.S. Navy
Before joining the healthcare industry, I completed 28 years of distinguished service in the U.S. Navy and retired as a Navy Captain in 2018.
As the Pacific Fleet's top fast-attack Submarine Commodore, I was in charge of ten Los Angeles class nuclear submarines. I was responsible for over 1,700 personnel with assets exceeding $25 billion, executing numerous unprecedented missions vital to National Security.
Before becoming Commodore, I served as the Commanding Officer of the USS Texas (SSN 775), a Virginia class fast attack nuclear submarine, where I successfully completed multiple deployments and conducted the first Virginia class submarine Arctic certification while navigating under the North Pole. Under my leadership, the TEXAS earned the best-performing ship award in the squadron and had the highest personnel retention and lowest attrition in the Pacific Fleet for two consecutive years.
The White House
"Navy Bob" was warmly dubbed by the 43rd President, George W. Bush, during my time at the White House, where I served as the Naval Aide to the President of the United States. I was responsible for the safety of the Office of the President, handling the most sensitive and vital national security programs while carrying the "Nuclear Football." I escorted First Lady Laura Bush on a covert trip to Afghanistan during the War on Terror and conducted numerous advance travel planning operations in coordination with The Secret Service.
Healthcare Industry
I served as the Senior Vice President of the Florida Chamber Health Council, leading efforts to advance health outcomes through aligning businesses, government, and nonprofits to Champion mental well-being for all Floridians.
Prior to joining the Florida Chamber Health Council, I served as the Radiation Safety and High-Reliability Executive Director at AdventHealth, one of the largest healthcare systems in the U.S. As part of AdventHealth’s relationship with the Florida Chamber, I served as a member of the distinguished Florida Chamber Leadership Cabinet on Safety, Health, and Sustainability Advisory Board, where I supported efforts to create national standards for workplace safety and health, implemented first-in-the-nation programs and promoted corporate safety culture.
Higher Education
I earned an Executive Doctor of Business Administration from the Crummer Graduate School of Business at Rollins College in 2023. My dissertation, titled "Mitigating COVID-19-Related Healthcare Stressors with Leader-Member Exchange Theory Enhanced by Workplace Social Media Technology," contributed valuable insights to the field.
In addition to my academic achievements, I serve as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Central Florida's School of Global Health Management and Informatics. In this role, I specialize in teaching quality in healthcare, leveraging my expertise to empower future healthcare professionals.
Personal Life and Family
I have been happily married to my wonderful wife, Stephanie, for over 29 years, and we are proud parents to two children, Sophia and Zachary.
I am an avid runner and fitness enthusiast, firmly believing in the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle for both personal well-being and professional success.
