Robert Solis is a graduate of the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science degree in Advertising. He also attended the renowned Portfolio Center/Miami Ad School in Atlanta, GA, where he graduated with an advanced degree in Art Direction.

He enjoyed a successful career spanning over a decade, working as an advertising agency executive in various cities, including Atlanta, GA, Tampa, FL, and San Francisco, CA. He served both creative roles as art director and copywriter, accumulating invaluable experience across a diverse range of regional and global brands. His account history includes renowned names like Microsoft, Coca-Cola, IHop, Cadillac, Florida Tourism, McDonald’s, GE, and numerous others. Over this period, he not only earned numerous accolades but also saw his work prominently featured in leading industry publications, such as Adweek, AdAge, Variety, and Creativity. Furthermore, his creative achievements made their way into the spotlight on major news outlets like CNN, PBS, WSJ, Reuters, AP, and CBS.

In the wake of the 2001 terrorist attacks and ensuing economic hardships, Robert conceived Engine as a cost-effective solution for startups and budget-conscious businesses, challenging the conventional norms of overpriced advertising agencies. Pioneering a new remote contractor-staffed agency model, he strategically leveraged a global talent pool to minimize overhead costs—a practice initially deemed unorthodox. Fast forward to the 2020 pandemic and years of skepticism, this approach has not only endured but has been widely embraced across diverse industries and growth stages. Its resilience and efficacy stand as a testament to its adaptability and robustness in varying business landscapes.

Today, Engine has been in business for over 22 years, serving a wide assortment of brands in various industries with the same passion and enthusiasm for brand-building as it has from the very beginning.

Robert lives in West Marin County, CA, with his beautiful wife, Amy, and strong-willed little pup, Enzo. He’s a skilled illustrator, writer, musician, culinary craftsman, history lover, and intrepid amateur surfer.