Bob Rosamond

Robert “Bob” Rosamond is a native New Orleanian, entrepreneur, and engineer with a distinguished career spanning aerospace, shipbuilding, and the global energy industry. He earned a Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering from Louisiana State University in 1985. 

Rosamond began his career with General Dynamics in Fort Worth, Texas, contributing to advanced fighter aircraft programs including the F-16 and YF-22. He later served with Avondale Industries in Gulfport, Miss., as chief engineer on the MCH-53 Class Coastal Minehunter program. 

In 1993, he transitioned to the oil and gas sector, working on offshore developments from inshore structures to deepwater topsides facilities. In 1997, he co-founded Audubon Companies, helping grow the firm into a multinational engineering organization serving energy and industrial clients worldwide. The company was sold in 2023, and he continues to serve as a board advisor. 

Rosamond has also co-founded and invested in several ventures, including Armexa and NuQuest Energy. He and his wife Celeste started their family foundation which supports initiatives focused on expanding educational opportunities for disadvantaged children.