Brenda Robinson is CEO and founder of the Black Nurses Coalition, Inc which is a non-profit organization created to address healthcare disparities and advocate for health equity. Robinson serves many roles in the City of Albany including Human Rights Commissioner, Albany Public Library Board Trustee, Associate Director Capcom Federal Credit Union Board, Health Equity & Diversity Consultant, and President of the Arbor Hill Neighborhood Association. She is a published author and public speaker. Robinson was a member of the City of Albany Police Reform Collaborative and many other Albany initiatives. Robinson has been an employee of the Veteran Health Administration for over 27 years in many capacities and enjoys serving Veterans. She is a former instructor at Maria College and Mildred Elley Nursing School.