Management Team

Robert C. Meltzer
CEO

Robert C. Meltzer has taken VISANOW from concept to reality and now leads the company in its pursuit of revolutionizing immigration process management. Beginning his career at the legal office of the United Nations World Health Organization in Geneva, Switzerland, Robert concentrated on public international law, international contracts and international copyright. Upon returning to the U.S. in 1986, he entered private practice where he continued in international law and expanded his practice to include immigration law. After practicing immigration law for over 15 years, he realized the potential to utilize technology to streamline the management of the immigration process and founded VISANOW.

Robert is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and has been a member of the International and Immigration Law Section of the Illinois State Bar Association since 1985. He has experience in all appellate processes in the practice of immigration law and has represented clients before the United States Supreme Court on immigration law issues. He is an author, lecturer and a recent Adjunct Professor of International Law at Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago-Kent College of Law.

Robert was awarded a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Colorado, Boulder and a Juris Doctor from Northern Illinois University College of Law. In addition to his traditional U.S. legal education, Robert furthered his international legal education by receiving certificates and diplomas from the Henri Dunant Institute in Geneva, Switzerland; The Institute de Internationale Droits de L'homme in Strasbourg, France; and the University of Salzburg/McGeorge School of Law in Salzburg, Austria.

Brooke Hazan
Vice President of Legal Services and Support

As Vice President of Legal Services and Support, Brooke is responsible for overseeing client interaction with the legal and customer support departments. She coordinates our delivery of the highest quality services from both a legal and customer service perspective, and works with her team to ensure maximum client satisfaction at every level.

Prior to joining VISANOW, Brooke served in a variety of Human Resource roles at BASF Corporation and the Chicago Tribune. Brooke gained insight into the international arena as the Human Resources Representative for all inbound and outbound assignees for the North American Headquarters at BASF. This experience gave her an understanding of the demands placed on human resource executives and emphasized the importance of being an effective partner to human resource departments.

Brooke received her undergraduate degree from University of Massachusetts, Amherst and her Masters in Human Resource Management at Rutgers University. Prior to embarking on her professional career, she enhanced her knowledge of international cultures by participating in study abroad programs in both Switzerland and France.

Paul Colman
Director of Marketing

As the Director of Marketing, Paul is responsible for the development and execution of VISANOW's marketing strategy. Focused on both external growth opportunities and internal sales support initiatives, Paul's duties include the management of communication activities and awareness campaigns along with the overall goal of sales development.

Prior to VISANOW, Paul served in marketing & communication management roles for both EGS Electrical Group and Horizon PCS developing integrated communication strategies, promotional activities and product introductions. His experience and leadership in multiple marketing disciplines provides the background to help support the continued growth of VISANOW.

Paul received his B.S. in Journalism from Ohio University and his M.Ed. in Event Administration from Xavier University.

Charles Bayer
Manager of Accounting and Finance

As Manager of Accounting and Finance, Charles is responsible for overseeing all financial activities at VISANOW. Charles combines progressive fiscal strategy with thorough controls and metrics in order to ensure optimal performance and appropriate resource allocation for the company.

Prior to joining VISANOW Charles worked for Infinity Audit Solutions LLC, a firm specializing in the automotive, construction and hospitality industries. While with IAS he preformed nearly 1500 audits and received Top Illinois Auditor honors from the organization in 2005. Prior to his work at IAS Charles held finance positions at Zurich North America and JPMorgan Chase.

Charles earned his B.S. at Roosevelt University of Chicago and is currently pursuing his MBA with a concentration in Accounting.

Erin Schael
Director of Human Resources and Administration

As Director of Human Resources and Administration, Erin leads the development of a progressive Human Resources department for VISANOW. Erin oversees all aspects in Human Resources including the management of recruiting efforts, employee benefits and training activities. Additionally, in managing the company's administration processes, Erin is responsible for the initiation of staff enhancement programs and the monitoring of internal organizational policies and procedures.

Erin's previous experience includes successive positions with Jones Lang LaSalle where she was responsible for the firm's inbound immigration process and Domestic Relocation Program. Her experience also includes coordinating Affirmative Action programs, campus recruiting, benefits, new hire onboarding, career counseling and providing generalist support for multiple infrastructure groups including Marketing, Legal, Payroll and Strategic Consulting.

Erin received her Bachelors of Science from Indiana University and a Certificate of Studies from Richmond College, London, England.