Rob Watts

📋 Biography

With over a decade of experience in Unified Communications, I specialize in architecting and delivering Microsoft-centric collaboration solutions that empower global organizations. As a former Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft, I led strategic engagements around Teams Phone, Teams Rooms, Teams Premium, and Microsoft Places, driving adoption and innovation across the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. Now at AVI-SPL, I continue to champion seamless communication experiences through technical leadership and enterprise-scale deployments. My background spans hybrid meetings, telephony, and video conferencing, with hands-on expertise in AudioCodes SBCs, Polycom, and legacy platforms like Skype for Business and Lync. I’m passionate about enabling modern work, mentoring peers, and contributing to the UC community through initiatives. My mission is to simplify collaboration through Microsoft technologies while staying grounded in the broader UC landscape.