Robert has established himself as a thought leader on immigration.  He has implemented multiple programs surrounding work authorization, third party process, and international recruitment strategies during his 15 year career in the private sector.  Launching TheH1BGuy.com in June 2020, Robert consults with employers and employees to help maintain compliance and implement automated processes surrounding employment based preferences.  He posts weekly content to his Blog and YouTube channel where he covers News, Education, Advice and Reform discussions on the H1B Visa and other immigration benefits.

Episode transcription:

[00:00:27] Angela Alberty: [00:00:27] Okay. Super excited about our show today. I am speaking with the H-1B guy, Rob. I'm so excited to have you today. Let the audience know a little bit about yourself before we get started.

[00:00:40] Robert Bouchard: [00:00:40] Well, hey Angela, thank you for having me on today. Really excited. My name is Robert Bouchard. I am the H-1B guy. I grew up in a small town called Brunswick, Georgia on the coast of Georgia, went to a Georgia Southern university in Statesboro and made my way to Atlanta. And in the early 2000s kind of found myself and technology and then recruiting. And then here I am today, the H-1B guy, so really excited to, to jump on today.

[00:01:11] Angela Alberty: [00:01:11] Awesome. H-1B the world of work visas and immigration policies. But before we get started and dive into the nitty gritty, I want the audience to get to know you just a little bit better. You gave us a great introduction. We know you're a Georgia boy and where you were born and raised, but let us know. What's a hobby of yours.

[00:01:31] Robert Bouchard: [00:01:31] So I have this really weird obsession with Walt Disney world. I don't know why I just loved music and definitely very avid sports: golf, tennis coaching, my kids and youth sports. So really keep busy outside, try to stay as active as possible.

[00:01:53] Angela Alberty: [00:01:53] Okay, so you sound like the perfect dad, Walt Disney and avid sports and coach. Yeah.

[00:02:00] [00:01:59] Robert Bouchard: [00:01:59] No, I don't want to say no to adventure. Let's just leave it at that.

[00:02:05] Angela Alberty: [00:02:05] Right. So if you could choose anything, what would your last meal be?

[00:02:07] Robert Bouchard: [00:02:07] Yeah, I guess I'm a barbecue guy, right? So, if it had to be one protein, I have this hankering for smoked chicken with white sauce. And a lot of folks don't know what white sauce is. They kind of grew up in Alabama and it's very regional. It's like a Manet's vinegar based sauce. And yeah, I'd say that with some greens and maybe some Mac and cheese, I think that would fill me up.

[00:02:42] Angela Alberty: [00:02:42] Right. Good old Southern boy. I love it. Love it. Okay. If you could have any dream job in the world, what would it be?

[00:02:49] Robert Bouchard: [00:02:49] Yeah, I grew up with this dream of being a professional golfer. Unfortunately I didn't want to practice or work hard enough to get there. I was pretty good, but those guys, they live a very privileged life, but they do so because they are the best at what they do in the world. And yeah, I think for me, you look at what goes into being a professional golfer, the time, the dedication, the travel, but they see every corner of the world. And for me, that was always something that I dreamed about.

[00:03:22] Angela Alberty: [00:03:22] Yeah. It takes a lot of dedication, but pretty cool. I think a lot of guys have out there, some kind of professional sports player. I know my husband does as well. So congratulations. You survived the round of fire and the ice questions. We got a chance to get to know you a little bit better and break the ice. But now let's delve into who you are. So tell us a little bit about your story and how you became the H1B guy.

[00:03:46] Robert Bouchard: [00:03:46] Yeah. As I mentioned earli