Team Profile
Name: Robin McConnell
Job Title: President
Name of Company: Armor Protective Packaging
History with ARMOR: “I joined the ARMOR team in 2002 as Director of Operations and Product Development, then became President in 2005. Today I share managing responsibilities with my business partner, David Yancho, and our leadership team.”
Where Do You Live: Rochester Hills, Michigan, for 25 years.
Family Details: “I’ve been married to my wife, Toni for 30 years. We have two sons. Cameron is a teacher and lives with his wife Elizabeth in Royal Oak, Michigan. Steven is an Environmental Engineer who also lives with Ali in Madison Heights.”
Experience (Past Jobs and/or Current Tenure in Your Position): “I went to school for a Chemical Engineering Degree at Wayne State University and attended Michigan State University for my MBA. Before joining ARMOR, I spent over twenty years working in the automotive, chemical, and coating industries.”
Hobbies: Travel, golf, reading, and sports
Favorite Food: Pizza
If you were stuck on an island what three things would you bring? “I would bring my wife Toni, music and wine!”
Latest Accomplishment: “Well, it is actually my son’s accomplishment—Steven graduated last year from Michigan State University with an Environmental Engineering degree. It is a great feeling to have both of my sons graduated and working in their chosen fields.”
Best Movie Watched Recently OR Your Favorite Movie of All Time: “The Shawshank Redemption”
Favorite Holiday and/or Favorite Holiday Tradition: “I enjoy Thanksgiving with family and then napping during the Detroit Lions football game after.”
What is playing on your iPod? Stevie Wonder
Favorite Quote: “Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value.” — Albert Einstein
