Robert Kaminski

About Robert Kaminski

Enterprise strategist with a proven record of shaping long-range vision, delivering measurable transformation, and uniting stakeholders across utilities, government, and defense. Over a 25-year career spanning 70 countries, I’ve led high-stakes initiatives that strengthened resilience, connected strategy to execution, and delivered sustained enterprise value.At Omaha Public Power District, I founded the Office of Strategic Management — introducing trend scanning, enterprise portfolio management, and emerging technology integration (AI, Robotics, Drones) that shaped OPPD’s 2050 vision for a cleaner, more resilient energy future. I partnered with the CEO, Board, and senior leadership to align OPPD’s $2.3 billion operating budget and workforce strategy with long-term growth priorities.Previously, I directed mission-critical operations for the Department of Defense, including the closure of seven U.S. military bases in Iraq (completed ahead of schedule) and logistics reforms for U.S. Special Operations Command Africa, generating $2M in recurring annual savings. These experiences sharpened my ability to deliver under pressure, navigate complex stakeholders, and lead transformational change at scale.Strategic Impact• Utility Strategy & Enterprise Transformation: Drove adoption of OPPD’s 2050 vision by establishing the Office of Strategic Management, aligning enterprise planning and resources to ensure affordability, reliability, and sustainability.• Complex Program Leadership: Delivered global operations and base transitions ahead of schedule, under budget, and with measurable ROI.• Cross-Sector Partnerships: Advanced innovation and resilience through engagement with utility executive leaders, defense agencies, and national industry associations including LPPC and APPA.Positioned to continue leading at the highest levels, I bring the ability to align strategy, governance, and execution — ensuring utilities remain competitive, reliable, and future-ready.

Experience

1. Director Strategic Planning

   Omaha Public Power District

   Sep 2019 — Present · Omaha, NE, US

   Leads OPPD’s strategic planning initiatives, ensuring alignment of enterprise strategy and resources with medium- to long-term goals. Spearheaded the development of OPPD’s 2050 vision, focusing on a cleaner world, perfect power, and customer freedom. Coach and partner with executive leadership in all strategy and execution. Strategic Governance: Founded and leads the Strategic Management Forum, aligning Board guidance with management strategy to drive future-focused decisions for a company serving 800K customers across 13 counties, ensuring budget alignment with mid- and long-term goals. Office Creation: Established and expanded the Office of Strategic Management, integrating trends scanning, strategic integration, and enterprise portfolio management for cross-functional alignment. Resource Alignment: Partnered with the CFO to streamline the Corporate Operating Plan, ensuring alignment with long-term commitments. Crisis Management: Led emergency management teams during COVID-19, extreme weather events and civil unrest, ensuring business continuity and resilience. Vision Development: Led comprehensive internal and external stakeholder collaboration to shape our forward-looking 2050 vision, aligning diverse perspectives to create a shared path for sustainable growth and innovation. Executive Advisory: Trusted executive advisor who accelerates decision-making and alignment across cross-functional global teams. Innovative Leadership: Innovative leader turning complex challenges into scalable strategies that deliver high-impact results. Strategic Vision: Strategic visionary who translates high-level goals into actionable results, empowering CEOs and executive teams to align around clear, forward-looking objectives.

Education

• Michigan State University - Eli Broad College of Business

  Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Business

• Marine Corps University

  Master of Military Studies

• Campbell University

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)