Robin Crowder
@robincrowder
I build growth strategies, partnerships, and mission-driven ventures that increase revenue and community impact.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I've led growth, operations, and revenue initiatives at 21 Acres Center for Local Food / HumanLinks Foundation, Crowder & Company, and the University of North Carolina. I launch programs, build partnerships, and turn stalled or underperforming ventures into sustainable operations.
At 21 Acres, I directed multimillion-dollar food hubs, expanded membership 35%, increased program participation 1000%, and built public-private partnerships across the local food economy. Across my work, I've managed $2M+ budgets, launched 20+ programs, built 300+ strategic partnerships, and driven measurable growth in sales, engagement, and mission impact.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Co-Executive Director
21 Acres Center for Local Food / HumanLinks Foundation
Jan 2011 - Dec 2025 (14 years 11 months)
Spearheaded strategic growth, innovation and revenue generation advancing climate resilience. Directed operations, built food hubs, expanded membership, and optimized facility operations.
Project Director and Marketing Specialist
Jan 2008 - Dec 2011 (3 years 11 months)
Led high-impact initiatives collaborating with communities to leverage place-based assets and develop entrepreneurial ventures. Managed an Innovations Lab with 50+ collaborators and oversaw $2M+ budgets.
Principal
Crowder & Company
Jan 2001 - Dec 2008 (7 years 11 months)
Directed aggressive growth strategies across multiple sectors, founded Washington Women in Food Systems, and turned around a struggling senior housing complex through rebranding and marketing.
Corporate Director of Marketing
Northwest Care Management, Inc.
Directed marketing efforts for a care management company.
Commercial Development Manager
Columbia Development Group
Managed commercial development projects.
Operations Manager
Bellingham Farmers Market
Managed operations for a farmers market.
Vice President, Marketing
New York State Association of Health Care Providers
Led marketing initiatives for a health care providers association.
Education
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University of Washington
Bachelor of Arts
Earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Washington.
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