Rob Krauss is a government relations and public policy specialist with 15+ years of experience unlocking major real estate, infrastructure, and economic development projects in Ontario, Canada. His career has been dedicated to shaping and delivering projects that serve the public good while balancing the needs of government, communities, and private stakeholders.
As Founder and Principal of Building Edge Strategies, Rob helps private sector and non-profit clients unlock opportunities that generate community benefit. His practice specializes in navigating approvals, resolving regulatory matters, securing financing and incentives, and advising on procurement and partnership opportunities that mobilize public investment. His mission is clear: save clients time, money, and reduce risk - ensuring projects that matter to people and communities get delivered.
Rob’s expertise includes policy development and co-creation with diverse stakeholders, turning ideas into actionable strategies, lobbying to advance priorities, and executing with impact.
Previously, he served as VP of Development at Infrastructure Ontario, Chief of Staff to Minister Kinga Surma, Economic Advisor to Premier Doug Ford, Advisor to the Mayor of Toronto, and as an Economic Development Officer at the City of Toronto.
Focus areas: governance, policy, infrastructure, economic development