Robert Bodor brings over 25 years of executive leadership to his role as Executive Coach at CO2 Coaching. He partners with leaders navigating complexity, growth, and transformation—those who know the stakes are high, the answers aren’t obvious, and the real work begins when old playbooks no longer apply.
As former CEO of Proto Labs, Robert led through global disruption, rapid innovation cycles, and the evolving expectations of customers, teams, and boards. His leadership helped scale organizations across industries, geographies, and phases of maturity. What made it work wasn’t just strategy—it was his ability to align people around purpose, ask catalytic questions, and unlock the full potential of those around him.
At CO2, Robert brings that same lens to coaching. He helps leaders slow down in order to speed up—building awareness, sharpening decision-making, and strengthening the cohesion of their teams. His approach blends operational acuity with deep curiosity. He meets clients where they are and challenges them to see farther.Robert holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science and has led teams in engineering, innovation, and growth at every level. He has coached and developed leaders across Fortune 500s, start-ups, and founder-led companies. He is passionate about helping others lead with clarity, integrity, and impact—in a way that elevates both performance and people.