Rob Antoniak

About Rob Antoniak

I’m a Co-Founder, President & CCO at Vigilis, where we’re building human-centric AI to empower every security professional—from frontline guards to executive leadership—to protect with precision. Our mission is to elevate security operations through real-time intelligence, intuitive workflows, and seamless integration between human expertise and technology.With over two decades of experience leading complex operations, startups, and public-sector initiatives, my focus has always been the same: connecting people, systems, and infrastructure to perform at their best. I’ve built and led teams across transportation, mobility, and technology—most recently helping to grow TripShot from startup to successful exit and a season driving strategic expansion at Hallcon Corporation. Earlier, as COO at Valley Metro, I helped modernize regional operations and integrate emerging technologies into essential public systems.At Vigilis, I’m combining those lessons with a trusted group of long-time collaborators to transform the $50B security industry—creating technology that enhances human judgment, accelerates decision-making, and strengthens protection across every environment.Beyond titles, I’m most energized by the process of building: teams, products, partnerships, and purpose. I believe innovation succeeds when it serves people first and scales with integrity. Focus Areas: Security Technology · AI for Operations · Business Growth · Strategic Partnerships · Go-to-Market Strategy🧭 Driven by: Clarity, trust, and measurable impact Fueled by: Caffeine and curiosity

Experience

1. Co-founder, President & CCO

   Vigilis Ai

   Jun 2025 — Present · Bend, OR, US

   Building technology empowering every security professional—from frontline guards to executive leadership—to operate with precision, confidence, and real-time intelligence. Integrating human expertise with advanced AI, we transform security operations into intelligent, interconnected workflows strengthening protection and elevating performance.Backed by 30+ years of trusted collaboration, we’re blending Silicon Valley innovation with operational expertise to create a purpose-driven, scalable platform. My role spans go-to-market strategy, revenue leadership, product development, brand management, and strategic partnerships, laying the commercial and cultural foundation for growth.Role Highlights Architecting the go-to-market strategy and revenue model, positioning the company for sustainable scale. Forging strategic partnerships to validate product-market fit and accelerate adoption in key industries. Shaping the vision, culture, and values, ensuring alignment across leadership, product, and execution. Driving early client design partnerships, delivering tangible operational improvements and proof points for investors and future customers.Advancing the future of security through human-centric AI—enhancing judgment, streamlining workflows, and ensuring every field decision is informed, efficient, and effective. Early-stage Infrastructure + security + operations Stealth-stage startup🧭 Led by values, driven by vision

Education

• Boston College

  Certificate in Corporate Citizenship Management, Corporate Citizenship Management

  2011 — 2011

• Foothill College

  Transferred, General Studies

  1993 — 1994

• Northern Arizona University

  B.S., Communications - Public Relations

  1995 — 1997

Skills

• Non-Profits
• Economic Development
• Leadership Development
• Social Networking
• Social Media Marketing
• Press Releases
• Speech Writing
• Presentation Development
• Newsletters
• Budgets
• Spokesperson
• Public Policy
• Community Outreach
• Community Development
• Grant Writing
• Leadership
• Strategic Communications
• Fundraising
• Corporate Communications
• Public Speaking
• Government Relations
• General Public
• Public Affairs
• Marketing Communications
• Volunteer Management
• Training
• Government
• Nonprofits
• Politics
• Message Development
• Program Development
• Team Building
• Management
• Event Management
• Crisis Communications
• Project Management
• Strategic Planning
• Lobbying
• Public Relations
• Internal Communications