Robert Jacobson has been the Executive Director of the California Council on Problem Gambling since 2011, and his unique perspective on responsible gaming is derived from both his personal and professional experiences.

Robert worked in the gaming industry from 1998 to 2010, for both Las Vegas and California casinos. His casino experience includes gaming operations, marketing, project management and human resources.

Robert also sits on the advisory board for the California Department of Public Health’s Office of Problem Gambling, has served as the President and Treasurer of the Board for the National Council on Problem Gambling, and has served on the Gambling Policy Action Committee, a committee to advise the California Gambling Control Commission.