robert giles

Robert Giles is a Senior Computing Consultant within the Electrical and Computer Engineering department at the University of Michigan, based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Prior to his current technical advisory role, Giles built a professional background operating within the North American startup and venture capital sectors. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Calgary, providing foundational financial expertise utilized throughout his career in technology and early-stage investment environments. In his capacity at the University of Michigan, he supports complex computing infrastructure and provides strategic technical guidance to engineering faculty and researchers. Giles leverages his combined experience in economic analysis and enterprise technology to bridge the gap between academic computing requirements and scalable operational frameworks. His current focus centers on optimizing institutional computing resources while maintaining ties to the broader technology startup ecosystem.