Person · Senate

Robert T.
Skjonsberg

SENIOR ADVISOR — Office of Senator Mike Rounds

Works forRMike Rounds · Republican · South Dakota

Chief of Staff to U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R-SD) since 2014. Previously served as Chief of Staff to Governor Mike Rounds (2002-2010) and as his campaign manager for his 2014 and 2020 U.S. Senate campaigns. Founding partner of GSG Strategies (later 605 Strategies), specializing in government relations, policy, strategic communications, and campaign consulting. Has worked in the private sector in banking, insurance, and the renewable fuels industry (POET). Served on the South Dakota Board of Economic Advisors and the South Dakota Board of Economic Development. Originally from Roberts County, South Dakota.