Robert Russell joined the Institute in April 2001 as the Events Coordinator, took the role of Assistant to the Director in October, and was promoted to Assistant Director overseeing the Office of the Director in May of 2002. His role is multi-faceted, covering supervisory elements of financial management, editing, conference preparation, and office operations. Prior to joining CITI, Mr. Russell worked in corporate communications and investor relations for several high-tech and internet companies. He received his B.A. with honors from Colgate University with a double major in International Relations and Peace Studies. His personal interests include the interconnection of the internet with the fields of health, crisis management, and logistical engineering.