Robert Lyons was born and raised in Needles, California, graduated from high school, and immediately started working for the City of Needles Ambulance for several years. Robert was hired by San Bernardino and worked as a first responder in the Needles, San Bernardino, Rancho Cucamonga, and Yucca Valley areas for a total of 32 years of service. Robert is particularly proud of his son, daughter, and his grandchildren. Robert joined Vertical in 2016 as a photographer, and now works with the manufacturing, distribution, compliance teams. Robert oversees campus security. Having experience in management, public safety, and compliance help Robert in the multiple departments he works with at Vertical.