Meet
Rob Walker
Robert "Rob" Walker is a Navy Veteran, small business owner, and dedicated public servant currently serving on the Dunedin City Commission. Elected in November 2022, Rob brings over three decades of military leadership, a strong background in science and business, and a deep commitment to environmental stewardship and community engagement. His passion for service is reflected in his active roles with local organizations, including the Rotary Club of Dunedin North, the Dunedin Boat Club, and several civic boards.
Committed to
community and conservation
Rob is a recognized community leader having served on several corporate, community and academic boards and is passionate about being a true steward of the community. Rob is a member of the Dunedin Boat Club as well as the current Treasurer and President Elect of the Rotary Club of Dunedin North. Other community affiliations include membership as a Life Time Member of the VFW and current member of the American Legion. Additionally, Rob is a USCG licensed Captain with the Caladesi Connection Ferry serving Honeymoon and Caladesi Islands where he has worked closely with the Pinellas Sheriff’s Office, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and Florida State Parks to advocate for safe boat operation and to protect the environment of Honeymoon and Caladesi Island state parks
"I strongly believe that we all have a responsibility to serve our community"
Additional service organizations, interests and accomplishments include:
- Sterling Society of the Dunedin Fine Art Center (DFAC) and DFAC Commission Liaison
- Dunedin History Museum (DHM) Member and DHM Commission Liaison
- Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) Board Member
- President of the Rotary Club of Dunedin North
- Friends of the Islands Parks Board Member
- Dunedin Chamber of Commerce Member
- Past Commission Liaison for Dunedin Cares
Rob and his wife Claudia met is San Diego, CA in 2002 on a blind date. In February of 2022, Rob and Claudia applied for and received Dunedin Historical Designation on their 1930 Florida Bungalow located in the historic neighborhood of Belle Terre on Garden Circle North. Rob has two children, Brian and Molly.
In their free time, Rob and Claudia enjoy spending time on their boat, Blind Date.
The WAlkers
