One of the most beautiful and frustrating things about him was that if you were in a conversation with him, you were the most important person in the room, and he made sure you felt it. That was super frustrating for anyone else who wanted his attention, because once he was locked into a conversation with you, nothing could pull him away until it was over. He was kind, generous, and curious with both his time and his heart, and he was an exceptional leader. He was the chief HR officer of a multibillion dollar company, and everybody loved Bob because he created a safe environment for his people.