| Bobby Cox is a Businessman, Army Ranger, Citadel Graduate, and Conservative Republican.
He was born and raised in the Upstate and graduated from The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina. While at The Citadel, Bobby became the Regimental Commander of the South Carolina Corps of Cadets; the cadet in charge over the college.
During his Senior Year, the horrific 9/11 terrorists' attacks occurred which solidified his desire to serve his country in the U.S. Army. As an Army Ranger, Bobby served four combat tours in Iraq. While deployed, Bobby conducted special operations raids to topple terrorist networks as well as nation stability missions.
For his service in the Army, Bobby was awarded the Bronze Star Medal, three Meritorious Service Medals, four Army Commendation Medals, four Army Achievement Medals, and the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal (to name a few). Bobby continues to serve in the U.S. Army Reserve as a Lieutenant Colonel.
Bobby brings a wealth of business experience having worked at Milliken & Company in Spartanburg and now at SIG SAUER as their Vice President of Government Affairs. Bobby oversees business development programs for the U.S. Government and Foreign Allies at SIG.
In addition to a bachelor's degree from The Citadel, Bobby has a Master of Business Administration from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Kenan-Flagler Business School with a distinction in Leadership. He also has a Master of Professional Studies from The George Washington University.
Bobby is married to Joscelyn, a Furman Graduate, and they have two children and a Boykin Spaniel. They are active members of their church and reside in Greer. |