Bob Scavilla: Partner + CEO
Bob’s endorphin level rises when he is coding.
Bob Scavilla is the CEO of FourFront, LLC, a leading provider of technical digital marketing services and products since 2010. Bob considers himself a people-first manager with zero tolerance for mediocracy. He runs his business on 3 core values:
- Be sure FourFront is a company you want to work with and for
- Never profit at someone else’s expense
- Make our work output our best
Bob’s passion for data and search systems dates to the early 1980s when he started working with B-tree algorithms. Today he continues to build smart search applications using the latest AI technologies. Bob’s background includes leading large-scale technical projects around the world and working with clients to find optimal solutions. This background provides the foundation for FourFront’s successful approach to SEO and digital marketing.
As a leader, Bob is committed to fostering a culture of innovation and excellence at FourFront. He continuously explores new ways to improve the company’s operations and services. He is also dedicated to giving back to the community and has been involved in numerous philanthropic initiatives over the years.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Bob is also a dedicated weightlifter who has participated in numerous competitions throughout his career. He is passionate about maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle, and he uses his platform to inspire others to do the same. When he hits his ‘off’ button, you can probably find Bob driving through remote parts of the country on 2-lane blacktop listening to Pink Floyd.
Articles Written by Bob

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