About Our Founder
Rod Lee is a highly accomplished professional with a diverse background in various industries. He has extensive experience in the United States Air Force, where he served as a Military Enlisted Member and held positions such as F-15 Avionics Intermediate Section Technician and Team Leader. During his time in the Air Force, Rod received recognition for his exceptional leadership and maintenance skills.
After his military service, Rod transitioned into the corporate world, working in roles such as Senior Product Line Manager and Senior Product Manager in companies like Intertrade-Rockwell Collins and IFS. In these positions, he demonstrated his expertise in product development, market analysis, and sales, consistently exceeding revenue goals and driving business growth.
Rod has other ventures into entrepreneurship, co-founding a medical risk management software startup called Salutem Systems. As the Chief Operations Officer and VP of Product Development, he played a crucial role in assessing market needs, developing business strategies, and securing funding for this opportunity.
In addition to his professional achievements, Rod is actively involved in supporting veterans and giving back to the community. He co-founded PRJKT VET Cares, a non-profit organization that focuses on providing services and support to veterans. He also initiated the Veterans Bowl Esports Tournament and partnered with the Texas Legends NBA G-League to offer free tickets to military members and veterans.
Rod holds a Master of Science in Technology Commercialization from The University of Texas at Austin, a Master of Business Administration in Project Management from Columbia Southern University, and a Bachelor of Science in Professional Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
He also holds several certifications in various fields. He is a Certified Scrum Master (CSM) and a Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO). Additionally, he holds the Pragmatic Marketing Certification Level VI (PMC VI), including the Pragmatic Certified Product Manager and Pragmatic Certified Product Marketer. Rod is also a Project Management Professional (PMP).
Overall, Rod Lee is a dedicated and accomplished professional with a strong background in military service, product management, and entrepreneurship. He is passionate about supporting disadvantaged demographics and making a positive impact in the community.