Robin Burns
About Robin Burns
Robin Burns serves as the Federal Policy & Government Relations Lead at Nuro, a position she has held since 2021. With a background in government relations and advocacy, she has worked in various roles at organizations such as Lyft, Van Scoyoc Associates, and the Democratic National Committee.
Work at Nuro
Robin Burns serves as the Federal Policy & Government Relations Lead at Nuro, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing federal policy strategies to support Nuro's objectives in the autonomous delivery sector. Her responsibilities include engaging with government stakeholders and advocating for policies that align with Nuro's mission.
Previous Experience in Government Relations
Before joining Nuro, Robin Burns worked at Lyft as the Federal Policy Manager for a brief period in 2021. Prior to that, she spent four years at Van Scoyoc Associates, where she held the positions of Director of Government Relations and Associate Director of the Philanthropy Practice from 2015 to 2019. Her experience in Washington D.C. includes roles at the Jewish Council for Public Affairs and Jewish Women International, where she focused on advocacy and program management.
Education and Expertise
Robin Burns earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Government from Penn State University. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her career in public policy and government relations, equipping her with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate complex political environments.
Career Path and Early Roles
Robin's career began in 2008 as a Field Organizer for Obama for America, where she gained experience in grassroots organizing. She later served as the Regional Field Director for the Democratic National Committee from 2009 to 2010. In subsequent roles, she focused on advocacy and leadership programs, further developing her expertise in government relations and public policy.