Aaron Rottman

Bio

Aaron Rottman is a seasoned business and technology leader with over 30 years of experience working at the intersection of technology, data analytics, and business strategy. He teaches technology leadership and project management at the College of Professional Studies, where he brings a strong practitioner perspective grounded in extensive industry experience.

Professional Background

Aaron’s wide variety of industry expertise includes software companies, construction management, telecommunications, and customer support. Aaron has led several complex initiatives including ERP and BI implementations, data-driven decision management systems, multiple custom business applications, and large-scale project and program management efforts. He enjoys mentoring and helping individuals become part of effective, productive teams that know how to have fun along the way. For the past ten years, as a Senior Consulting Manager at RevGen Partners, he was responsible for end-to-end client delivery / satisfaction, financial forecasting, resource planning, budgeting, and training other consulting professionals.

Education

Aaron holds an M.Ed. with a specialization in Learning, Design, and Training, which formed his learner-centered and experiential teaching philosophy, as well as a B.S. in Finance from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

Teaching Philosophy

In the classroom, Aaron intentionally bridges academic theory with real-world application through case-based learning, applied projects, and reflective practice. He emphasizes ethical leadership, collaboration, and critical thinking, creating inclusive learning environments that prepare students to confidently apply concepts in complex, professional settings.