Robert played most sports growing up including hockey, baseball, football, karate and then finally a fourteen-year boxing career with 152 bouts (132-20 w/ 101 ko’s). The sporting career was a leading contribution to his success.

“We sometimes have control over our destiny and a distinct vision that we map out for ourselves. Perhaps our parents, peers or society has a path set out for us. Perhaps God has a different or greater calling of us? I can assure you that my path is not the result of control or a clear vision from myself or anyone else other than perhaps God.”

Robert was born in London but raised in Ottawa, ON. His first job was at 9 years old when he delivered papers for a local classified publication.