Robert “RJ” Quillinan joined the faculty of the Godbold College of Business in Spring 2023. Prior to his position at Gardner-Webb, Dr. Quillinan spent seven (7) years serving in a variety of capacities at the Charleston School of Law, in Charleston, SC, including: general counsel, chief financial officer, compliance manager, director of alumni relations, and adjunct professor. During that time Dr. Quillinan also served as an adjunct professor for the College of Charleston – teaching Business Law.

 

Dr.​ Quillinan’s career began in Venture Capital/Private Equity – focusing on corporate mergers and strategic buyouts. He also has experience in general construction management and legal representation and operating a boutique law firm focused on higher education compliance, corporate law, mergers & acquisitions, and contract negotiation.