Brett Robinson
About Brett Robinson
Brett Robinson serves as the Executive Vice President, Finance, Technology & Facilities and Chief Financial Officer at Sesame Workshop since 2022. He has a robust background in financial management and operations across various sectors, including government and nonprofit organizations.
Current Role at Sesame Workshop
Brett Robinson serves as the Executive Vice President of Finance, Technology & Facilities and Chief Financial Officer at Sesame Workshop. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the organization's financial strategy and operational management. His role encompasses overseeing financial operations, technology initiatives, and facility management, ensuring alignment with Sesame Workshop's mission and goals.
Previous Experience in Nonprofits and Government
Brett Robinson has a substantial background in both nonprofit and government sectors. He worked at UNICEF USA as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer from 2019 to 2022. Prior to that, he served as Executive Vice President of Finance and Administration at Brooklyn Public Library from 2013 to 2018. His earlier roles include Deputy Commissioner of Financial Management and Administration at the NYC Department of Information Technology & Telecommunications from 2010 to 2013, and various positions within the NYC Mayor's Office of Management and Budget.
Educational Background
Brett Robinson holds a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from New York University, where he studied Policy and Performance Management from 2000 to 2002. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in History from Cornell University, completing his degree from 1997 to 2000. His educational background supports his extensive experience in public administration and financial management.
Expertise in Financial Management and Operations
Brett Robinson possesses extensive expertise in financial management and operations. His career has focused on driving system and process changes across various organizations, including nonprofits and government agencies. He specializes in technology and IT innovation, and his diverse skill set includes operations, human resources, procurement, facilities management, governance, risk management, and administration.
Communication and Leadership Skills
Brett Robinson is recognized for his deep communication skills, which facilitate enterprise-wide transformation and collaboration. He is known for building strong partnerships with CEOs, boards, and executive leadership teams, contributing to operational excellence within the organizations he has served.