Robert Bowman
Digital Marketing Strategist | Government Contracting Executive | Founder of Leads Direct Solutions
Welcome to the official site of Robert Bowman, a seasoned executive and strategist with 20+ years of experience spanning digital marketing, front-end development, and federal government contracting. I specialize in building high-performance digital ecosystems and managing complex aviation and technology contracts at scale.
About Me
I'm Robert Bowman, founder of Leads Direct Solutions, a results-driven SEO and performance marketing agency. With deep experience in both the private and public sectors—from Silicon Beach startups to federal aviation contracts—I help organizations build scalable growth systems rooted in smart design, measurable performance, and operational excellence.
Key Areas of Expertise:
- Marketing & Strategy: SEO, Local SEO, CRO, Marketing Automation
- Development: React, Next.js, TailwindCSS, HTML, CSS, JavaScript
- Security & Compliance: NIST 800-171, SEAD 3, NISPOM
- Active DoD SECRET Clearance
My approach combines technical acumen with strategic vision, enabling me to navigate complex regulatory landscapes while driving innovation and operational excellence.
Professional Experience
Founder & President
Leads Direct Solutions | 2015 – Present
- Lead all client strategy and execution for a performance-focused digital marketing agency
- Design and develop modern, SEO-optimized websites using React, Next.js, and TailwindCSS
- Built tiered monthly SEO pricing that aligns value delivery with business growth
- Manage Google Ads, lead capture funnels, CRM automation, and analytics pipelines
Vice President
ClancyJG International | 2017 – Present
- Lead operations for 80+ employees across federal government aviation and safety programs
- Oversaw contract execution for FAA, NASA, Army, Air Force, and Navy programs
- Managed the FAA UAS NAS Integration contract and CTS training program under SAIC
- Conducted NIST SP 800-171 audits and served as Assistant FSO for security compliance
Director of Business Development
Stancil | 2016 – 2017
- Rebranded public safety tech company.
- Secured government procurement contracts.
Product Manager
HigherGround | 2013 – 2016
- Led product strategy for public safety solutions.
- Spoke at industry events like NENA.
Senior Marketing Manager
HigherGround | 2007 – 2013
- Managed an online RFP database to streamline government contract responses.
- Implemented a new CRM and marketing suite to optimize sales funnels.
Skills & Technologies
Technical Skills
- HTML, CSS, JavaScript
- PHP, MySQL
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Adobe Suite
- Git
- Docker
- Windows & Linux Command Line
Security & Compliance
- DoD SECRET Clearance
- NIST SP 800-171 & NISPOM Compliance
Government Contracting
- FAA, DoD, NASA Project Management
- Proposal Development & Compliance Audits
Volunteer Work
City Church - Lancaster, CA
- Manage all church IT operations, including networking, website, video production, and livestreaming
- Weekly volunteer running sound, lights, and AV equipment for 500+ member congregation